This Day In Dodgers History: Shohei Ohtani’s Introductory Press Conference At Dodger Stadium
On Dec. 14, 2023, the Los Angeles Dodgers introduced Shohei Ohtani during a highly anticipated press conference in the center field plaza at Dodger Stadium that was attended by nearly 300 media members. Dodgers broadcaster Joe Davis served as the…
This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Retires After Trade To Giants
On April 15, 1947, the Brooklyn Dodgers and Jackie Robinson made history when Robinson became the first...
This Day In Dodgers History: Shohei Ohtani Signs 10-Year, $700 Million Contract
On Dec. 11, 2023, Shohei Ohtani officially signed his record-breaking 10-year, 700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. After six seasons with the Los Angeles Angels, Ohtani revealed his decision to sign with the Dodgers through an Instagram post…
This Day In Dodgers History: Shohei Ohtani Announces Intention To Sign
On Dec. 9, 2023, Shohei Ohtani announced his intention to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers in an Instagram post that has since received more than 2 million likes. Multiple reports followed that the Dodgers were signing Ohtani to a…
This Day In Dodgers History: Jimmy Wynn Acquired; Grady Little Hired, Andruw Jones Signed
On Dec. 6, 1973, the Los Angeles Dodgers traded away pitchers Claude Osteen and Dave Culpepper to the Houston Astros in exchange for slugger Jimmy Wynn, who helped the team reach the World Series in 1974. Wynn had been a…
This Day In Dodgers History: Gil Hodges Voted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame
On Dec. 5, 2021, Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers legend Gil Hodges was among the former players elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame by the Golden Days Era Committee. The Golden Days Era Committee, which considers candidates from…
This Day In Dodgers History: Willie Davis Traded For Mike Marshall
On Dec. 5, 1973, the Los Angeles Dodgers acquired relief pitcher Mike Marshall from the Montreal Expos in exchange for outfielder Willie Davis. It was a significant trade as both players were quite successful in the years leading up to…
This Day In Dodgers History: Wally Moon Acquired In Trade & Rafael Furcal Signs 3-Year Contract
On Dec. 4, 1958, the Los Angeles Dodgers acquired former National League Rookie of the Year Wally Moon and Phil Paine from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for Gino Cimoli. Moon was coming off a down year with the…
This Day In Dodgers History: Frank Howard Traded; Eddie Murray Acquired From Orioles
On Dec. 4, 1964, the Los Angeles Dodgers traded Frank Howard to the Washington Senators, where he went on to become one of Major League Baseball's star players. Howard began his career with the Dodgers after signing with the club…
This Day In Dodgers History: Blake Snell’s Introductory Press Conference
This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history was the introductory press conference at Dodger Stadium for Blake Snell after he signed a five-year, $182 million contract. The Dodgers officially signed Snell on Nov. 30, 2024, and his press conference was…
This Day In Dodgers History: Walter O’Malley Elected Into Baseball Hall of Fame
On Dec. 3, 2007, longtime Brooklyn/Los Angeles Dodgers owner Walter O'Malley earned the minimum amount of votes necessary for induction and was posthumously elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame by the veterans committee. The famed owner, who entered…
The Dodgers-Yankees Rivalry in the Modern Era
The Los Angeles Dodgers' exhilarating five-game victory over the New York Yankees in the 2024 World Series reignited one of baseball's most storied cross-league rivalries. This matchup has captivated fans for over 80 years. With their fourth championship in twelve…
