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 Opening Day Roster: Evan Phillips Placed On 15-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Evan Phillips on the 15-day injured list due to a right rotator cuff strain. Phillips is among four relievers beginning the season on the Dodgers injured list. Overall, the Dodgers are starting the season with…

Dodgers Opening Day Roster: Tony Gonsolin Placed On 15-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Tony Gonsolin on the 15-day injured list as part of setting their Opening Day roster for the Tokyo Series. Gonsolin nearly returned last season after undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2023, but the Dodgers elected…

Dodgers Opening Day Roster: Michael Grove Placed On 60-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Michael Grove on the 60-day injured list as part of setting their Opening Day roster for the Tokyo Series. Brusdar Graterol also was put on the 60-day IL as the Dodgers needed corresponding 40-man roster…

Dodgers Opening Day Roster: Clayton Kershaw Placed On 15-Day Injured List

Clayton Kershaw is with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the Tokyo Series but he was among the pitchers put on the 15-day injured list as the team set their Opening Day roster. It was an expected outcome for Kershaw as…

Dodgers Opening Day Roster: Edgardo Henriquez Placed On 15-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Edgardo Henriquez on the 15-day injured list with a fractured left foot. Henriquez not being available to begin the season became clear when he was seen wearing a walking boot in the Dodgers clubhouse at…

Dodgers Opening Day Roster: Michael Kopech Placed On 15-Day Injured List

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Michael Kopech on the 15-day injured list with an official designation of right shoulder impingement. Kopech was among nine players -- all pitchers -- the Dodgers put on the IL as part of setting their…

Yoshinobu Yamamoto Embracing ‘Great Responsibility’ With Opening Day Start In Tokyo Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers didn't have any shortage of options for Opening Day starter given the talent in their rotation, but Yoshinobu Yamamoto stood out as an obvious choice to take the mound in the first game of the Tokyo…

Dodgers News: Mookie Betts Not Playing In Tokyo Series

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts announced Mookie Betts is not going to play in the Tokyo Series due to his battle with a lingering illness. Betts has not played in a game since March 9 because of falling under…

Future Dodgers Pitching Plans Required Using Blake Snell & Tyler Glasnow In Same Tokyo Dome Exhibition Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers travel roster for Japan featured a surplus of relief pitchers compared to only four guaranteed starters in Tyler Glasnow, Roki Sasaki, Blake Snell and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Yamamoto was named the Dodgers' Opening Day starter and Sasaki…

Release Date For Apple TV+ Docuseries Of 2024 Dodgers World Series Win

Prior to the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees renewing their storied rivalry, Apple TV+ announced plans for the first all-access docuseries exploring the 2024 World Series. The new three-part documentary will provide never-before-seen views while highlighting all of…

Shohei Ohtani ‘Delivered’ In Return To Tokyo Dome With Dodgers

Be it having a flare for the dramatic or remarkable level of talent that allows for an ability to seize the moment, there have been several instances of Shohei Ohtani meeting -- if not exceeding -- expectations. Such was the…

Recap: Blake Snell Outdueled By Hiroto Saiki In Dodgers’ Loss To Hanshin Tigers

The Los Angeles Dodgers had their struggles against Hanshin Tigers ace Hiroto Saiki and suffered a 3-0 loss in their final exhibition game at the Tokyo Dome. It was another impressive showing for the Tigers, who already had shut out…