Former Dodger Tim Harkness passes awayFirst baseman Tim Harkness played in the first game in Dodger Stadium history on April 10, 1962, (Los Angeles Dodgers)by Mark LangillFormer first baseman Tim Harkness, a Quebec, Canada native who was also pursued to play professional hockey, passed away on Dec. 1. He was 87.Harkness spent two seasons with Los Angeles in 1961 and 1962, … [Read more...] about Former Dodger Harkness passes away
Fernando Valenzuela’s unique case for Hall of Fame induction
Fernando Valenzuela was a six-time All-Star and won the Cy Young Award and Rookie of the Year in 1981. (Los Angeles Dodgers)by Cary OsborneThe question of whether Fernando Valenzuela is a Hall of Famer is for a committee of 16 to answer on Sunday.But there are those not on the committee — baseball heavyweights — who definitively say he is.People like Dusty Baker, whose … [Read more...] about Fernando Valenzuela’s unique case for Hall of Fame induction
A history of Dodger blue with gold trophies
The Dodgers’ 2024 and 2025 Commissioner’s trophies. (Carrie Giordano/Los Angeles Dodgers)by Mark LangillThe hottest current star in Southern California is the strong and silent type, while remaining at the center of attention in any location or setting.After appearing onstage for the first time in Canada on November 1, the triumphant journey back to the United States has been a … [Read more...] about A history of Dodger blue with gold trophies
Dodgers broadcaster Rick Monday receives Feller Foundation honor
Rick Monday (Carrie Giordano/Los Angeles Dodgers)by Mark LangillDodger broadcaster and former outfielder Rick Monday was honored on Wednesday at the Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation’s ceremony at the United States Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C.Also honored were Hall of Fame pitcher Rollie Fingers and Kansas City Royals outfielder Mike Yastrzemski.At the evening … [Read more...] about Dodgers broadcaster Rick Monday receives Feller Foundation honor
Former Dodger infielder Bart Shirley passes away
Infielder Bart Shirley spent parts of three seasons with the Dodgers between 1964 and 1968. (Los Angeles Dodgers)by Mark LangillInfielder Bart Shirley, a member of the Dodgers’ 1966 National League championship team, passed away on Nov. 19 in his hometown of Corpus Christi, Texas. He was 85.In parts of three seasons with the Dodgers between 1964 and 1968, Shirley … [Read more...] about Former Dodger infielder Bart Shirley passes away