This Day In Dodgers History: Bobby Abreu Passes Mickey Mantle On MLB All-Time Hits List
On June 10, 2012, Bobby Abreu surpassed Mickey Mantle for 108th place on the all-time MLB hits list with a second-inning double in the Los Angeles Dodgers' 8-2 Interleague win over the Seattle Mariners at Safeco Field. Abreu finished the…
This Day In Dodgers History: Eddie Murray Ties MLB Record For Games With Home Run From Both Sides Of Plate
On June 9, 1990, Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Eddie Murray hit a home run from both sides of the plate for the 10th time in his career, which tied Mickey Mantle's record for most in MLB history. Murray hit…
This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Added To Roster & Tommy Lasorda Optioned; Don Drysdale Breaks Scoreless Innings Record
On June 8, 1955, the Brooklyn Dodgers optioned rookie left-handed pitcher Tommy Lasorda to Montreal to make room for another southpaw, one Sandy Koufax, to be called up for the first time. Lasorda spent parts of two seasons pitching for…
This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Awarded Honorary Degree; Roy Campanella Steals Home
On June 7, 1957, Howard University awarded honorary degrees of Doctor of Laws to the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and recently-retired Brooklyn Dodgers infielder Jackie Robinson. The Dodgers and King have been intertwined through Robinson, who famously broke…
This Day In Dodgers History: Mike Piazza Hits Longest Home Run At Joe Robbie Stadium
In just his third season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Mike Piazza hit the longest home run at Joe Robbie Stadium with a majestic grand slam to center field that traveled 477 feet. The grand slam was Piazza's first of…
This Day In Dodgers History: Walter Alston No. 24 Retired
Former manager Walter Alston had his No. 24 jersey retired by the Los Angeles Dodgers on June 5, 1977. Alston's jersey number resides in the Dodger Stadium Ring of Honor, where Jackie Robinson, Sandy Koufax and Vin Scully are also…
This Day In Dodgers History: Roy Campanella, Sandy Koufax And Jackie Robinson Jersey Numbers Retired
On June 4, 1972, the Los Angeles Dodgers retired the numbers of Roy Campanella (39), Sandy Koufax (32) and Jackie Robinson (42) in a pregame ceremony at Dodger Stadium. Robinson's iconic jersey number is also retired throughout Major League Baseball.…
This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Throws No-Hitter; Walter O’Malley Committed To LA & Hideo Nomo Trade
On June 4, 1964, Los Angeles Dodgers Hall-of-Fame left-hander Sandy Koufax tossed his third of four career no-hitters. This one, against the Philadelphia Phillies at Connie Mack Stadium. Koufax was dominant early on, striking out Johnny Callison and Dick Allen…
This Day In Dodgers History: Longest National League Game
On June 3, 1989, the Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros played 22 innings at the Astrodome in what marked the longest National League game in MLB history. The contest also was the longest NL night game by time at…
This Day In Dodgers History: Hideo Nomo Earns First Major League Win
On June 2, 1995, Hideo Nomo earned the first Major League victory of his career, giving up one run on two hits while pitching into the ninth inning as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Mets at Dodger…
This Day In Dodgers History: Tommy Lasorda’s 25 Strikeouts; Don Drysdale Ties MLB Shutout Streak Record
On May 31, 1948, future Los Angeles Dodgers Hall of Fame Manager Tommy Lasorda struck out 25 batters for the Schenectady Blue Jays in a 6-5, 15-inning victory over the Amsterdam Rugmakers. It was the second game of a doubleheader…
Three of the Most Lucky Moments in Los Angeles Dodgers History
Throughout their storied history, the Los Angeles Dodgers have experienced countless moments of triumph, heartbreak, and improbable fortune. While championships are often remembered for skill and perseverance, some of the most iconic Dodgers moments have hinged on a twist of…
