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 News: Julio Urias Targeting 2016 Major League Debut

Participating in big league camp as a non-roster invitee with the Los Angeles Dodgers for a second straight Spring Training, Julio Urias is a boy amongst men at the tender age of 19 years old. However, what the young lefty…

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Dodgers News: Kenta Maeda Draws Rave Reviews Following Bullpen Session

The Los Angeles Dodgers passed on the opportunity to sign a bonafide ace during the offseason and instead added Scott Kazmir and Kenta Maeda to a starting rotation that's to be without Zack Greinke for the first time in three…

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Dodgers News: Austin Barnes To Play Some Second And Third Base

When the Los Angeles Dodgers traded Dee Gordon, Dan Haren and Miguel Rojas to the Miami Marlins in December 2014, the primary focus on their return was pitching prospect Andrew Heaney. However, the young lefty was quickly flipped to the…

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Marlins Manager Don Mattingly ‘Proud’ Of Accomplishments With Dodgers

One week after the Los Angeles Dodgers lost Game 5 of the National League Division Series at home to the New York Mets, the club and Don Mattingly announced a mutual split. The managerial change was hardly a surprise, as…

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Dodgers News: Yasiel Puig Looking To Past For Success In Future

After participating in the 2014 Home Run Derby and starting for the National League in the All-Star Game, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig was expected to take the next step in his young career last season. However, Puig was…

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Dodgers Video: Kenta Maeda Throws First Bullpen Session In Spring Training

Los Angeles Dodgers pitchers and catchers got underway on Saturday with Brett Anderson, Zach Lee and Clayton Kershaw among those to throw their first bullpen session of Spring Training. Pitchers are currently throwing on an every-other-day schedule, which is customary…

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Dodgers News: Frankie Montas Placed On 60-Day Disabled List

In a corresponding move to clear room on the 40-man roster for the signing of Cuban right-hander Yaisel Sierra, the Los Angeles Dodgers placed Frankie Montas on the 60-day disabled list on Sunday. Montas underwent rib resection surgery on Feb.…

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Dodgers News: Yaisel Sierra Signed To 6-Year Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced the signing of Cuban right-hander Yaisel Sierra to a six-year contract on Sunday. It's believed Sierra's deal is worth $30 million. Frankie Montas, recovering from surgery to remove a rib, was placed on the 60-day…

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Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Puts Hold On Naming Clayton Kershaw Opening Day Starter

Los Angeles Dodgers pitchers and catchers held their first workout of Spring Training on Saturday, with Brett Anderson, Chris Hatcher, Clayton Kershaw and Zach Lee among those to throw a bullpen session. Pitchers are currently on an every-other-day throwing schedule…

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Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Outlines Goals In First Team Address Of Spring Training

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts held court with pitchers and catchers ahead of Saturday's workout, which was the club's first of Spring Training. Since getting hired last December, the rookie skipper has placed an emphasis on communication and playing…

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Dodgers News: Jose De Leon’s Rise To Prominence Result Of Improved Mechanics

An organization with a rich history of successful starting pitchers, the Los Angeles Dodgers have a young crop of arms that rivals what's found in any other farm system. Los Angeles went heavy on pitching in the 2015 draft and…

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Dodgers, Kenley Jansen Have Not Discussed Multiyear Contract

Along with Brett Anderson, Howie Kendrick and Jimmy Rollins becoming free agents after the 2015 season, and Zack Greinke by virtue of opting out of his deal, the Los Angeles Dodgers had eight players who were eligible for salary arbitration…

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