Two of the projected heavyweights in the National League have split the first two games of this 3-game series, and it would appear the Nationals have the upper hand against …
Read More »Scott Van Slyke: Extra-base hit machine
A couple years ago, Scott Van Slyke was pretty much an afterthought. He was designated for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster. No team took a flyer …
Read More »Zack Greinke’s K-rate is up, but so is his HR rate — and that’s OK
Generally players who hit for power strikeout a fair number of times. For Zack Greinke, he’s displaying this trend, but from the opposite angle. Greinke is striking out hitters at …
Read More »Dodgers 6, Rockies 3: Maholm great, Hanley hurt, Puig gonna Puig
If you saw this outing by Paul Maholm coming, you’re either lying or need to play the lottery. His outing is even more impressive seeing as the Rockies were hitting …
Read More »The Dodgers’ four outfielder problem is now a problem
Remember folks saying the four outfielder thing wasn’t going to be a problem until it was a problem? Well, it’s a problem now. Matt Kemp didn’t start on Thursday night …
Read More »Phillies 7, Dodgers 3: Wilson brought his gas can
“What’s wrong with Brian Wilson?” This was written by Ken Gurnick about Wilson after he blew the San Diego game on opening night. I criticized him for it, saying it …
Read More »Diamondbacks 4, Dodgers 2: A tale of two games, but still a loss
This game was pretty tame and boring until the ninth inning. The game was tied at one on the strength of solo home runs by Miguel Montero and Scott Van …
Read More »Dodgers’ prospect scouting report April 2014: Chris Anderson
While Julio Urias is one of the most prized pitching prospects in the California League, the Dodgers also have the likes of 2013 draftees Tom Windle and Chris Anderson. I …
Read More »Dodgers @ Giants April 17, 2014: No Hanley, And Bad History For Ryu
The Dodgers are looking to salvage this series — much like the last series against the Giants — in the final game of a 3-game set. They turn to Hyun-jin …
Read More »Dodgers’ prospect Chris Reed throws six no-hit innings
Ever since Chris Reed was overdrafted by the Dodgers in the 2011 MLB Draft, I haven’t been on his bandwagon. Last year, I noticed his solid performance and ate just …
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