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: Jack Dreyer Received Votes For 2025 NL Rookie Of The Year

The Los Angeles Dodgers did not have a finalist for 2025 National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year, but Jack Dreyer received down-ballot votes for the award that went to Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin. Baldwin was the only…

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Wins 1981 Cy Young Award

On Nov. 11, 1981, Fernando Valenzuela became the first rookie to ever win the Cy Young Award, edging Tom Seaver of the Cincinnati Reds. Valenzuela additionally was named 1981 National League Rookie of the Year and took home a Silver…

MLB & Partner Sportsbooks Implement Limit For Prop Bets On Pitching Amid Gambling Scandal

Seemingly in response to former Cleveland Guardians teammates Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz being indicted by federal prosecutors for their roles in an alleged scheme to rig bets on individual pitches thrown, MLB and its sportsbook partners have created…

Dodgers Rumors: Eliezer Alfonzo Signed To Minor League Contract

Plenty of attention is on the Los Angeles Dodgers this offseason as the back-to-back World Series champions figure to fortify their roster despite coming off another championship run. Although the Dodgers have needs to address on their Major League roster,…

This Day In Dodgers History: Orel Hershiser Voted Unanimous Winner Of 1988 NL Cy Young Award

Orel Hershiser was named the unanimous winner of the 1988 National League Cy Young Award on this day in Los Angeles Dodgers history. The honor came weeks after Hershiser helped the Dodgers to an improbable World Series win over the…

Alex Vesia & Wife Share Heartbreaking Baby Update

The night before the Los Angeles Dodgers began their 2025 World Series matchup against the Toronto Blue Jays, the team announced Alex Vesia had taken time to be with his wife, Kayla, as they "navigate a deeply personal family matter."…

Dodgers Celebrated By USC During Halftime Drone Show

The Los Angeles Dodgers becoming back-to-back World Series champions continues to dominate the sports landscape, and in particular in Southern California. On Tuesday night, manager Dave Roberts, Kiké Hernández, Will Smith, Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow made an appearance on…

Dodger Stadium Food: Habit Burger & Grill Added To Center Field Plaza

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced a multi-year agreement with Habit to bring a concession stand to the center field plaza at Dodger Stadium along with digital signage and promotional considerations. “We are excited to welcome Habit in the Dodgers’ family…

NPB Star Munetaka Murakami Getting Posted For MLB Free Agency

What has long been expected with Munetaka Murakami now appears to be coming to fruition this weekend, which adds another layer to MLB free agency. Murakami just completed an eighth season in Nippon Professional Baseball, all of which have come…

How To Buy 2025 Dodgers World Series Champions x Takashi Murakami Collection

Famed Japanese artist Takashi Murakami created a Los Angeles Dodgers collection for the Tokyo Series and also released new items for Japanese Heritage Night at Dodger Stadium in late April that coincided with throwing out the first pitch. The Tokyo…

Dodgers Roster: Tony Gonsolin Designated For Assignment, Michael Grove Outrighted & Justin Dean Claimed By Giants

The Los Angeles Dodgers made a series of roster moves on Thursday, which included exercising team options on Max Muncy and Alex Vesia for the 2026 season. The Dodgers additionally added Ryan Ward and Robinson Ortiz to their 40-man roster.…

Shohei Ohtani & Dodgers Win 2025 Silver Slugger Awards

The Los Angeles Dodgers had four individual finalists for a 2025 Silver Slugger Award in Freddie Freeman, Max Muncy, Will Smith and Shohei Ohtani, and as a collective offense they were up for the National League team honor. Silver Slugger…