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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 Rumors: Focus On Chase Utley, Not Ben Zobrist

Amid their ongoing pursuit of re-signing Zack Greinke, the Los Angeles Dodgers continue to be linked to free agent Chase Utley. Utley waived his full no-trade clause in August to accept being dealt by the Philadelphia Phillies, whom he'd previously…

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Dodgers Rumors: Andrew Friedman Values Compensatory Pick Tied To Zack Greinke

UPDATE (Dec. 3, 5:15 p.m. PT): With Zack Greinke expected to soon make a decision between re-signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers or signing with the San Francisco Giants, his reportedly focus lies on the years and average annual value…

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Dodgers News: Clayton Kershaw, Yasiel Puig Participating In MLB’s Tour In Cuba

Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association jointly announced on Thursday they will embark on a goodwill tour in Cuba from Dec. 15-18. MLB's chief baseball officer Joe Torre and MLBPA special advisor to the executive director…

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Dodgers News: Andrew Friedman Pumps Brakes On Yasiel Puig Trade Talk

Speaking after the Dave Roberts introductory press conference on Tuesday, Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said he expects Major League Baseball's investigation into Yasiel Puig's involvement in a fight with a bouncer at a Miami bar…

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Dodgers News: Magic Johnson Comfortable With Role In Managerial Search

The Guggenheim Baseball Management group that eventually purchased the Los Angeles Dodgers from embattled owner Frank McCourt received a significant boost in December 2011 when former Lakers point guard Magic Johnson joined aligned with them. A beloved figure throughout Los…

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Dodgers Rumors: L.A. Remains Interested In Chase Utley

After one season with Howie Kendrick, the Los Angeles Dodgers must fill a need at second base as the 32 year old became a free agent and declined the club's one-year, $15.8 million qualifying offer. Kendrick reportedly is seeking a…

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Dodgers Rumors: L.A. ‘Reluctant’ To Guarantee Zack Greinke 6th Year In Contract

By most accounts free agent Zack Greinke is expected to choose between signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers or rival San Francisco Giants. Already positioned for a lucrative long-term deal heading into free agency, Greinke's expectations for a new contract…

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Dodgers News: Alanna Rizzo To Be Honored By HOPE For Leadership In Latina Community

Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster Alanna Rizzo is being honored by Hispanas Organized for Political Equality (HOPE) on Thursday evening. Rizzo will receive the organization's "HOPE Rising" award for her leadership and innovation in her field while representing the Latina community.…

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Dodgers Tender Contract To Justin Turner, 5 Others; Lisalverto Bonilla And Juan Nicasio Non-Tendered

The Los Angeles Dodgers tendered contracts to Luis Avilan, Yasmani Grandal, Chris Hatcher, Kenley Jansen, Justin Turner and Scott Van Slyke ahead of Wednesday's 9 p.m. PT deadline to do so for arbitration-eligible players. Lisalverto Bonilla and Juan Nicasio were…

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Dodgers Rumors: L.A. Among Teams Interested In Ben Zobrist

With Zack Greinke still mulling over his free-agent options, plenty of attention has been given to the Los Angeles Dodgers' interest in re-signing the 32 year old. While the Dodgers certainly appear to be involved in the Greinke sweepstakes, their…

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Dodgers Rumors: Zack Greinke To Receive 6-Year, $210 Million Contract Offer

The chase for Zack Greinke appears to have quickly reached the final stages with David Price coming off the market on Tuesday. Price's seven-year, $217 million agreement with the Boston Red Sox -- the richest contract given to a starting…

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Dodgers Rumors: Turner Ward Joining Dave Roberts’ Staff As Hitting Coach

After joining Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts on stage for Roberts' introductory press conference, Friedman held court with several members of the media. Among the topics he was questioned on was the Dodgers' coaching staff and when hires would…

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