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Matthew Moreno

Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Executive Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com
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Dodgers Avoid Arbitration With Yasmani Grandal, Kenley Jansen And 4 Others

The Los Angeles Dodgers have now confirmed salary arbitration was avoided with all six of their eligible players -- Luis Avilan, Yasmani Grandal, Chris Hatcher, Kenley Jansen, Justin Turner and Scott Van Slyke. The players were part of 156 Major…

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Dodgers Rumors: Kenley Jansen Agrees To Contract, Avoids Arbitration

After tendering contracts to Luis Avilan, Yasmani Grandal, Chris Hatcher, Kenley Jansen, Justin Turner and Scott Van Slyke in December, the Los Angeles Dodgers saw all six players file for salary arbitration on Tuesday. The first domino to fall was…

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Dodgers News: Vin Scully To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award From L.A. Sports Council

Los Angeles Dodgers Hall of Fame announcer Vin Scully will be honored as the first-ever recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by the L.A. Sports Council. Scully will receive his honor during the 11th Annual LA Sports Awards on…

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Dodgers Rumors: Luis Avilan Agrees To 1-Year Contract, Avoiding Arbitration

Looking to solidify their starting rotation and bullpen last season, the Los Angeles Dodgers completed a three-team, 13-player trade with the Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins that aimed to fill both needs. The deal sent starting pitchers Bronson Arroyo, Mat…

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Dodgers News: Hyun-Jin Ryu Throws Off Mound At Camelback Ranch

UPDATE (Jan. 16, 4:00 p.m.): After throwing from a mound on Thursday for the first time since undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder, Hyun-Jin Ryu shared on Instagram he was on the mound for a…

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Dodgers News: Maury Wills Excited To Work With Yasiel Puig During Spring Training

A common narrative tied to the Los Angeles Dodgers is they have a problem child in Yasiel Puig. Since making his Major League debut in June 2013, Puig has been a polarizing figure who's drawn the ire of fans within…

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Dodgers News: 2016 Minor League Coaching Staffs Announced

In December the Los Angeles Dodgers announced the managers for all six of their Minor League affiliates, which translated to new skipper taking the helm with each affiliate. On Thursday, the club announced the coaching staffs for Bill Haselman (Triple-A…

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Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Eager To Meet With Yasiel Puig

When the Los Angeles Dodgers hired Dave Roberts as manager, the overwhelming response from those with connected to the organization and outside of it, was positive. Roberts is regarded for his ability to connect with people and it's a strength…

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Dodgers News: Scott Van Slyke Re-Signs On One-Year Contract To Avoid Arbitration

UPDATE (Jan. 14, 3:45 p.m. PT): The Los Angeles Dodgers officially announced they avoided arbitration with Scott Van Slyke by signing him to a one-year contract. Over the past few seasons the Los Angeles Dodgers have carried a surplus of…

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FanGraphs Projects Dodgers To Win NL West In 2016

The Los Angeles Dodgers have reigned supreme over the National League West from 2013-15, winning three consecutive division titles -- a first in franchise history. Los Angeles also won a minimum of 90 games over the past three seasons for…

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Dodgers Rumors: Max Value Of Kenta Maeda’s Contract Under $100 Million

Last week the Los Angeles Dodgers officially signed Kenta Maeda to an eight-year contract. The pact is incentive-laden with a relatively low guaranteed salary for the Japanese native. Of course, on top of however much Maeda ends up earning over…

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Dodgers News: Chris Hatcher Re-Signs, Avoids Arbitration

UPDATE (Jan. 13, 4:50 p.m. PT): The Los Angeles Dodgers announced they avoided arbitration with Chris Hatcher by agreeing to a one-year contract. After the Los Angeles Dodgers tendered contracts to six players last December, they had yet to re-sign…

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