Matt Borelli

Matt Borelli covers the Los Angeles Dodgers as a senior editor for Dodger Blue and holds similar responsibilities for Lakers Nation, a sister site with an emphasis on the Los Angeles Lakers. He also contributes to RamsNewswire.com and RaidersNewswire.com. An avid fantasy sports player, Matt is a former 2014 MLB Beat the Streak co-champion. His favorite Dodgers moment, among a list of many, is Clayton Kershaw's no-hitter against the Colorado Rockies in 2014. Follow him on X/Twitter: @mcborelli.
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Dave Roberts: Roki Sasaki Looks Like ‘Different’ Pitcher In Return To Dodgers

Roki Sasaki returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers roster on Wednesday and made quite the impression in his new bullpen role. The right-hander entered in relief for Blake Snell and tossed a scoreless seventh inning on just 13 pitches. Sasaki…

Clayton Kershaw’s Career Stats At Dodger Stadium

Clayton Kershaw announced his plans to retire after the 2025 season, marking the end of a legendary 18-year career with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The left-hander made his final regular-season start at Dodger Stadium last week, allowing two runs in…

This Day In Dodgers History: Sandy Koufax Breaks Strikeouts Record; Mike Piazza & Tommy Lasorda Achieve Milestones

This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history saw Sandy Koufax break the National League record for strikeouts in a season on Sept. 27, 1961. The left-hander surpassed Christy Mathewson, who held the previous mark with 267 during the 1903 campaign.…

Blake Snell Focused On World Series After Dodgers Clinch NL West

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched the National League West by defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday, marking the 12th time they have won the division since 2013. The Dodgers previously secured a spot in the postseason for the 13th consecutive…

Los Angeles Dodgers Clinch 2025 NL West Title

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched the National League West with a win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday that sparked a celebration at Chase Field. "Very rewarding. That's one of our goals as we start the season, to win the…

Dodgers Injury Update: Will Smith Keeping Active During Recovery From Hand Fracture

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be without Will Smith for the remainder of the regular season due to a hairline fracture in his right hand. The injury was discovered when the All-Star catcher underwent another MRI last week. “It sounds…

MLB Rumors: 23 Teams In Favor Of ABS Challenge System

Major League Baseball announced the Automated Ball Strike (ABS) Challenge System will be implemented on a full-time basis, beginning with the 2026 regular season. It represents the biggest addition to the sport since multiple changes were put in place at…

Dodgers News: Shohei Ohtani ‘Happy’ To Pitch 6 Innings In Final Regular-Season Start

The Los Angeles Dodgers began their final road trip of the regular season with a 5-4 walk-off loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks despite Shohei Ohtani turning in another dominant start. The two-way star allowed just five hits and collected eight…

Dodgers News: Clayton Kershaw Preparing For Potential Bullpen Role In Playoffs

Clayton Kershaw is entering his final stretch with the Los Angeles Dodgers after announcing last week that he plans to retire at the end of the 2025 season. The left-hander is set to make his final regular-season start against the…

Dodgers Rumors: Josh Byrnes Contacted For Nationals General Manager Role

The Washington Nationals are missing the playoffs for the sixth consecutive season since winning the World Series in 2019 and recently made sweeping changes to their front office by firing longtime general manager Mike Rizzo. The Nationals named Mike DeBartolo…

Andrew Friedman: Ben Rortvedt ‘Has Been Awesome’ For Dodgers Pitching Staff

Ben Rortvedt has unexpectedly become the Los Angeles Dodgers' primary catcher as a result of both Will Smith and Dalton Rushing sustaining respective injuries this month. Rushing has since returned from the injured list, but he remains in a backup…

Dodgers News: Michael Conforto Had ‘Really Honest Conversations’ With Dave Roberts

Michael Conforto is in the midst of a down season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, but he has shown glimpses of being able to sustain success at the plate. The veteran outfielder had a productive month of July, which changed…