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: Dusty Baker Acquired In Trade; Clayton Kershaw Wins Cy Young Award
On Nov. 17, 1975, Dusty Baker was traded from the Atlanta Braves to the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he would spend his next eight seasons. Baker was acquired alongside Ed Goodson in exchange for Lee Lacy, Tom Paciorek, Jerry Royster…
This Day In Dodgers History: Yhency Brazobán Breaks Rookie Saves Record
On July 22, 2005, Yhency Brazobán worked a spotless ninth inning to earn a save in the Los Angeles Dodgers' 6-5 win over the New York Mets at Shea Stadium. That gave Brazobán 18 saves on the season, breaking the…
This Day In Dodgers History: Jeff Shaw Makes Team Debut During 1998 MLB All Star Game
This day in Los Angeles Dodgers history saw Jeff Shaw first don the uniform of his new team during the 1998 MLB All-Star Game at Coors Field. On July 7, 1998, Shaw became the first player in baseball history to…
Dodgers News: Teoscar Hernández Skipping Chance To Defend Home Run Derby Title
Teoscar Hernández was re-signed by the Los Angeles Dodgers to a three-year contract after an initial season with the team that included plenty of memorable moments and highlights. Hernández's hot start to the 2024 season earned him a selection to…
This Day In Dodgers History: Juan Castro Starts Triple Play
On June 15, 1996, the Los Angeles Dodgers opened up their matchup with the Atlanta Braves by turning a triple play in the first inning of their 6-2 victory. After Hideo Nomo allowed a leadoff single to Marquis Grissom, he…
Dodgers News: Chris Taylor ‘Motivated’ To Have Turnaround Season
The Los Angeles Dodgers roster for 2025 is stockpiled with premier talent that includes some of Major League Baseball's biggest stars. Not in that echelon but still part of the Dodgers is Chris Taylor, who is in the final guaranteed…
Dodgers Front Office Heralded For ‘Insane Discipline’ In Sports Poll
The Los Angeles Dodgers stormed their way to a World Series title last year by defeating the New York Yankees in five games in a historic matchup. President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman and general manager Brandon Gomes created a…
This Day In Dodgers History: Pee Wee Reese Elected Into Baseball Hall Of Fame
On March 4, 1984, Harold Pee Wee Reese was voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Special Veterans Committee. The 10-time All-Star shortstop never received more than 47.9% of the normal vote, but the committee felt he was…
Dodgers Evaluating Tommy Edman For Starting Role At Second Base
Tommy Edman has proved to be a solid piece for what the Los Angeles Dodgers' recipe for success is, as he's moved around the diamond since joining the team during last year's trade deadline. With Spring Training quickly winding to…
Clayton Kershaw Hopes To Join Dodgers For Tokyo Series
Clayton Kershaw re-signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers late in the offseason, keeping the 17-year veteran with the only franchise he has ever played for. Kershsaw's one-year contract includes a $7.5 million base salary and incentives that could increase his…
This Day In Dodgers History: Kirk Gibson Walks Out Of Spring Training After Jesse Orosco Prank
On March 3, 1988, newly acquired Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder Kirk Gibson stormed out of Spring Training after Jesse Orosco pranked him just before the first game. Orosco had lined the inside of Gibson's cap with eye black, which…
