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 Angeles 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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Charlie Barnes Back With Dodgers, Kyle Hurt Optioned

The Los Angeles Dodgers made multiple roster moves prior to the start of their homestand, including selecting the contract of Charlie Barnes from Triple-A Oklahoma City and optioning Kyle Hurt. Also on Monday, the Dodgers recalled Seth Halvorsen and designated…

Miguel Rojas Challenged Dodgers To Start Postseason ‘Sprint’

Edwin Díaz blew another save opportunity on Saturday night but the Los Angeles Dodgers ultimately snapped their seven-game losing streak with a win over the Arizona Diamondbacks in extra innings. It came without Miguel Rojas appearing in the game, but…

Blake Snell Appreciated Struggling Through Final Start Of Rehab Assignment

The Los Angeles Dodgers are primed to move one step closer to having a healthy starting rotation when Blake Snell comes off the 60-day injured list on Tuesday. Snell began the season on the IL because of left shoulder fatigue…

Dodgers Take Strategic Approach With Emmet Sheehan’s First Start After Getting Sent To Triple-A

The Los Angeles Dodgers stuck with Emmet Sheehan throughout his inconsistencies this season but that changed last week when he was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City as the corresponding move to Tarik Skubal joining the active roster. That decision came…

Kendall George Undergoes Knee Surgery Months After Bat Dog Incident

More than two months removed from suffering a left knee injury while avoiding the Tulsa Drillers bat dog, Kendall George underwent surgery on Friday. The Los Angeles Dodgers prospect shared news of his operation through an Instagram story post. “New…

SportsNet LA Ratings Spike For Tarik Skubal’s Dodgers Debut

SportsNet LA outdrew a national broadcast with one of the network's most-watched games this season as Tarik Skubal's arrival drew tremendous interest. Skubal made his Dodgers debut last Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs, and he allowed two runs over six…

Shohei Ohtani Yet To Resume Playing Catch But Recovery From Left Knee Progressing

The Los Angeles Dodgers have maintained Shohei Ohtani will pitch again this season but in what capacity that could become the case is still unclear. Ohtani's last pitching start was July 3 and he was removed from the rotation indefinitely…

Miguel Rojas Voted Dodgers’ Winner Of 2026 Heart & Hustle Award

Miguel Rojas was named the Los Angeles Dodgers’ winner of the 2026 Heart and Hustle Award, which is presented annually by the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association (MLBPAA) to one player on each team who “best embodies the values,…

Bobby Miller And Gavin Stone Start Rehab Assignments With Triple-A Oklahoma City

The Los Angeles Dodgers are likely to welcome back Blake Snell this week, but their starting rotation still remains without Shohei Ohtani and Tyler Glasnow for the foreseeable future. Glasnow is in the early stages of a rehab assignment, while…

Chicago Hotdog Stand Trolls Kyle Tucker After Cubs Sweep Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are mired in a six-game losing streak after getting swept by the Chicago Cubs in what represented Kyle Tucker's first time back at Wrigley Field since leaving the team in free agency. The Cubs completed a…

Dodgers Not Counting On Dalton Rushing To Return From Torn UCL As Catcher This Season

Having already gone two months without Will Smith because of an inflamed disc in his neck, the Los Angeles Dodgers now are facing an extended absence with Dalton Rushing. Rushing was a late scratch from the lineup on Sunday due…

Nationals Claim Wyatt Mills Off Waivers From Dodgers

The Washington Nationals claimed Wyatt Mills off waivers on Thursday and optioned him to Triple-A Rochester. Mills joined the Nationals organization three days after he was designated for assignment by the Los Angeles Dodgers. That came as the corresponding move…