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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: Brett Anderson To Receive Qualifying Offer

For a team built on starting pitching, the Los Angeles Dodgers' rotation came apart at the seams this season, with Brandon McCarthy and Hyun-Jin Ryu undergoing respective season-ending surgeries. That vaulted Brett Anderson up to the club's third starter. Signed…

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Barry Zito Announces Retirement On The Players’ Tribune

Oakland Athletics left-hander and University of Southern California alum Barry Zito announced Monday his retirement on The Players' Tribune. Zito spent his entire Major-League career in the Bay Area after getting drafted by the Athletics ninth overall in 1999. He…

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Alex Rodriguez Joins FOX For ALCS, World Series Coverage; Breaks TV Monitor

Coming off hip surgery to repair a torn labrum in January 2013, New York Yankees third baseman/designated hitter Alex Rodriguez appeared in only 44 games that season. He was then suspended the entire 2014 season, including any applicable postseason games,…

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Dodgers News: Andre Ethier Envisioned Deep Postseason Run, Explains Exchange With Don Mattingly

Upon arriving at Camelback Ranch this year for the start of Spring Training, Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andre Ethier reiterated his desire to start on a daily basis. Ethier largely fell out of favor during the second half last year…

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Dodgers News: Clayton Kershaw Voices Support For Don Mattingly’s Return

The Los Angeles Dodgers won at least 90 games a third consecutive year and won a third straight division title for the first time in franchise history, but a first-round playoff exit again has manager Don Mattingly's job status in…

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Dodgers Rumors: Zack Greinke To Opt Out Of Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers hired Andrew Friedman as president of baseball operations just over one year ago, setting the wheels in motion for a busy and interesting offseason. The Dodgers figure to again be busy this winter, with Zack Greinke…

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Dodgers News: Stan Conte Resigns As VP Of Medical Services & Head Athletic Trainer

The first offseason change for the Los Angeles Dodgers came Saturday when the club announced Stan Conte resigned from his post as vice president of medical services and head athletic trainer, effective immediately. “I want to thank the Dodger organization…

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Dodgers News: Zack Greinke Comments On Free Agency, Daniel Murphy Home Run

"That would be nice," Zack Greinke said about a potential return with the Los Angeles Dodgers only minutes into his first offseason interview. "I guess that is my whole response." With the Dodgers getting eliminated by the New York Mets…

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Dodgers News: Don Mattingly Addresses Disappointing Finish To 2015 Season

The Los Angeles Dodgers won a third straight National League West division title this season, marking the first time in franchise history such had been accomplished. They posted a third consecutive 90-plus win season, but have nothing to show for…

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Dodgers News: Yasmani Grandal To Undergo Shoulder Surgery

Heading into Game 5 of the National League Division Series, there was some question as to whether Yasmani Grandal would be available to the Los Angeles Dodgers in their winner-take-all match against the New York Mets. Grandal has battled soreness,…

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Zack Greinke Has Positive View Of Time With Dodgers

When Zack Greinke was last on the mound, the Los Angeles Dodgers were trailing to the New York Mets in their National League Division Series, and looking to avoid heading to Citi Field down two games. Greinke allowed a pair…

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Dodgers News: Yasmani Grandal ’50-50′ To Play In Game 5

While the Los Angeles Dodgers managed to improve their health by season's end, catcher Yasmani Grandal has continued to battle a left shoulder issue that's adversely affected his performance at the plate. Starting Games 2 and 3 of the National…

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