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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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This Day In Dodgers History: Kirk Gibson Named 1988 NL MVP

On Nov. 15, 1988, Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Kirk Gibson was named the National League MVP. The award capped off a celebratory season for Gibson and the Dodgers, who unexpectedly defeated the Oakland Athletics in five games to win…

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Dave Roberts Tried New Strategy With Walker Buehler During Dodgers’ Team Meeting

The Los Angeles Dodgers relied on every bit of their roster to win the eighth World Series in franchise history, and part of that was Walker Buehler delivering in key moments. The 2024 season was Buehler's first year back from…

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Dodgers News: Mookie Betts Refuses To Give Opponents Advice For World Series

Mookie Betts represented the Los Angeles Dodgers at the second annual All-MLB Awards Show at The Chelsea inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, where several players were recognized for their performances during the 2024 season. The All-MLB First Team and…

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Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts & Teoscar Hernández Named To 2024 All-MLB Team

Mookie Betts, Shohei Ohtani and Teoscar Hernández represented the Los Angeles Dodgers on the 2024 All-MLB Team. Betts and Ohtani received First Team honors, and Hernández was included on the Second Team. Ohtani, Betts and Hernández each won a Silver…

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Luis Cruz Hired For Dodgers’ Spanish-Language Radio Broadcasts

The Los Angeles Dodgers hired former infielder Luis Cruz as an analyst for the team’s Spanish-language radio broadcasts. Cruz is going to begin his new role for the 2025 season. “We are thrilled to welcome Luis to our broadcast team,”…

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Juan Soto Rumors: Dodgers Not Among Teams With Scheduled Meeting

Juan Soto undeniably is the top free agent available this offseason, and similar to Shohei Ohtani last year, there's expected to be a bidding frenzy among interested teams. Most have identified the New York Mets and incumbent New York Yankees…

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Former Dodgers Prospect Pedro Guerrero Likely Joining Clayton McCullough’s Marlins Coaching Staff

The Miami Marlins hired Clayton McCullough as their 17th manager in franchise history, as he takes over after Skip Schumaker spent two seasons in the role. McCullough interviewed for several managerial openings in recent years and this offseason was among…

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Miami Marlins Hire Clayton McCullough As New Manager

The Miami Marlins officially hired Clayton McCullough as their 17th manager in franchise history. He takes over for Skip Schumaker following a mutual agreement to part ways in September. McCullough joins the Marlins after spending 10 seasons with the Los…

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Dave Roberts Sets Dodgers Wish List For Offseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers went into the offseason with several key free agents, but most of whom who want to re-sign with the team. Teoscar Hernández, Clayton Kershaw, Jack Flaherty and Kiké Hernández have each publicly stated they hope to…

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

On Nov. 11, 1981, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela became the first rookie to ever win the Cy...

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Yankees Manager Aaron Boone Responds To Criticism From Dodgers Free Agent Joe Kelly

A right shoulder injury prevented Joe Kelly from pitching during the 2024 postseason, but he continued to travel with the Los Angeles Dodgers throughout October and has been plenty vocal since the team won their eighth World Series in franchise…

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Roki Sasaki ‘Very Grateful’ To Be Posted For MLB Free Agency

The Chiba Lotte Marines ended months of speculation by announcing Roki Sasaki would be posted as an MLB international free agent before the start of the 2025 season. Sasaki is just 23 years old and didn't reach six seasons in…

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