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Matthew Moreno

Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Managing 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 Rumors: Charlie Culberson Signs Minor League Contract

The offseason for the Los Angeles Dodgers thus far has been centered around their search for Don Mattingly's replacement, which may come to a conclusion in the next few days, and speculation as to which starting pitcher the club will…

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Dodgers Rumors: Ownership Has Grown More Open To Trading Yasiel Puig

Last winter the Los Angeles Dodgers traded a disgruntled Matt Kemp to the San Diego Padres in effort to improve the clubhouse atmosphere and put the team in the best position moving forward. To some, they face a similar dilemma…

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MLB News: Chris Heisey Signs Minor League Contract With Nationals

Former Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Chris Heisey signed a Minor-League contract with the Washington Nationals with a non-roster invitation to Spring Training, the club announced on Saturday. Shortly after Andrew Friedman was hired as Dodgers president of baseball operations, he…

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Dodgers Rumors: Mark McGwire Candidate For Padres Bench Coach

During the Los Angeles Dodgers' thorough and prolonged search for their next manager, two members from the 2015 coaching staff have left the organization. First was Davey Lopes, who agreed to join Dusty Baker's Washington Nationals staff as first base…

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Dodgers Rumors: Jordan Zimmermann Emerges As Top Target

With Zack Greinke opting out of his contract and question marks in Brandon McCarthy and Hyun-Jin Ryu, the Los Angeles Dodgers face uncertainty in their starting rotation this offseason. Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said acquiring pitching, not…

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Dodgers News: Vin Scully’s Balk-Off Call Wins Esurance MLB Award for Best Call, TV

Given that Los Angeles Dodgers Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully has been on the call for 66 seasons, there isn't much at this point he's yet to experience. However, even Scully was taken aback over what transpired between the…

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Dodgers Add Jharel Cotton, Ross Stripling To 40-Man Roster Ahead Of Rule 5 Draft

As anticipation grows for the Los Angeles Dodgers to make their big splash in free agency or the trade market, the club tended to internal roster matters on Friday. With the desire to protect them from the upcoming Rule 5…

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Dodgers Rumors: Giants Viewed As Big Threat To Sign Zack Greinke

With the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings just over two weeks away, trade and free agency rumors are beginning to ramp up ahead of the Hot Stove season commencing. Zack Greinke continues to reign supreme among starting pitchers available, with…

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Dodgers News: Video Announcing Vin Scully’s Return Wins Esurance MLB Award

In each of the last two seasons the Los Angeles Dodgers surprised and thrilled fans by announcing Vin Scully's return via an in-game video. Scully naturally received a standing ovation both instances, and he waved to the crowd before so…

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Dodgers Rumors: Manager Decision Likely Delayed

As Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Farhan Zaidi indicated would be the case, the club reportedly selected four finalists for their managerial vacancy by Nov. 13. They were thrown a curveball soon after when University of Nebraska head coach Darin…

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Dodgers News: Andy Van Slyke Claims Trading Yasiel Puig Was Suggested

Much has been made of Yasiel Puig's perception and presence in the Los Angeles Dodgers' clubhouse over the last two seasons. A lightening rod that helped lift the Dodgers off the mat in 2013, Puig since has often been the…

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Bryce Harper Wins NL MVP; Zack Greinke, Clayton Kershaw Finish In Top 10

Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper was unanimously voted the 2015 National League MVP. Harper becomes the first player in Montreal Expos/Nationals franchise history to win the award. Overall, Harper, 23, is the fourth-youngest to win the award, behind Vida Blue…

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