You’re not going to believe this, but it’s hard to win the World Series. No, really, it is. There are 30 teams vying for the World Series every year, and …
Read More »Dodgers reliever Luis Avilan did it again
Last year, former weblogger Mike Petriello wrote about Luis Avilan and how he was the best in baseball at limiting exit velocity from his pitches. In 134 batted ball events last …
Read More »‘Dugout Blues’ episode 176 – Farewell Vin, Awards, NLDS preview
On this episode of “Dugout Blues,” Jared Massey (Dodger Blue) and I welcome back Daniel Brim from this very weblog to talk about all things Dodgers as the regular season draws to …
Read More »Dodgers’ postseason roster prediction update
Last week, I attempted to predict the Dodger postseason roster. Dave Roberts confirmed some players over the weekend, but the full roster has yet to be disclosed. So, here’s an …
Read More »Giants 7, Dodgers 1: Thank you, Vin Scully
The Dodgers closed the regular-season portion of their schedule with a 7-1 loss against the Giants in Vin Scully‘s final broadcast as the voice of the Dodgers. But really, who …
Read More »Dodgers @ Giants Oct. 2, 2016: Vin Scully’s swan song
“It’s time for Dodger baseball.” This is the last time we’ll hear those words from Vin Scully. This is the end of an era that will not be replicated. Vin Scully is calling his …
Read More »A look at Clayton Kershaw’s Cy Young candidacy
If Clayton Kershaw hadn’t missed 2 1/2 months with a back injury, he’d be well on his way to a fourth Cy Young award. Unfortunately, he did get hurt and …
Read More »Dodgers should rest regulars this week ahead of playoffs
The Dodgers and Dave Roberts have to decide how to approach this week in terms of playing time for the regulars. If last night is any indication, some players could get rest …
Read More »Injuries hinder Nationals, give Dodgers chance to catch them for HFA
After the Dodgers accomplished their first goal of winning the National League West, the next goal becomes home-field advantage — in the NLDS, at least, since the Cubs have literally …
Read More »‘Dugout Blues’ episode 175 – Jose Fernandez, Vin Scully, Kershaw, Hill
On this episode of “Dugout Blues,” Jared Massey (Dodger Blue) and I are very sad, still sad, then happy, then sad again. We start by talking about the tragic and untimely …
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