Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed reliever Edgardo Henriquez will miss the start of the season, reports Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. The young hurler was seen in the clubhouse wearing a walking boot. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts declined to elaborate further. Henriquez’s fastball has been clocked as high as 104 miles per hour. The young gun had a rapid rise through the Los … [Read more...] about Young Dodgers Reliever Will Miss the Start of the Season
Will Former Dodgers Killer Eddie Rosario Claim a Roster Spot For The Boys In Blue?
The Los Angeles Dodgers are gunning for the first back-to-back World Series championships in MLB since the New York Yankees did it 25 years ago. Their roster is loaded with stars and, for the most part, set in stone. However, there may be one or two roster spots up for grabs, considering Los Angeles’s injury-laden experience last year. They are well aware that it takes all 26 … [Read more...] about Will Former Dodgers Killer Eddie Rosario Claim a Roster Spot For The Boys In Blue?
Dodgers Expect Freddie Freeman Will Be Ready For Opening Day
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman will be ready when Opening Day rolls around, according to Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times. Manager Dave Roberts announced the update on the two-time World Series Champion and perennial All-Star. The Los Angeles skipper elaborated further, saying “it didn’t seem feasible” a few months ago. Freddie Freeman should be ready … [Read more...] about Dodgers Expect Freddie Freeman Will Be Ready For Opening Day
Opening Day Absence Confirmed for Angels Shortstop, April Return Expected
Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington said Thursday said that shortstop Zach Neto will not be ready for Opening Day. However, he should make his season debut “soon after” in April, Jeff Flecther of the Orange County Register reports. “We like the progress,” Washington said. “I think he’s gonna tell us how soon he can get back. No way it’s going to be the 27th of March.” The … [Read more...] about Opening Day Absence Confirmed for Angels Shortstop, April Return Expected
The Dodgers’ Hall of Fame Backstop Who Broke Barriers On and Off the Field
There was a time in the not-too-distant past history of baseball when a catcher could block the plate before the baseball’s arrival. As a result, there were incredible collisions at the dish. The Dodgers had a few backstops that perfected this practice. Steve Yeager and Mike Scioscia come to mind. However, there is one Dodger backstop who distinguishes himself for protecting … [Read more...] about The Dodgers’ Hall of Fame Backstop Who Broke Barriers On and Off the Field