Carl Erskine, pitcher for the Brooklyn Dodgers during their heyday as “The Boys of Summer,” has passed away. The right-hander from Anderson, Indiana pitched for Brooklyn from 1948-57, during which time they won a World Series and five National League pennants. He followed them to Los Angeles in 1958, retiring in the middle of the 1959 season, and missing out on one more world … [Read more...] about World Series Champion with Brooklyn Dodgers Passes Away
Dodgers Star Pitcher Reflects on Series of Pitching Injuries
Several household pitchers have succumbed to elbow injuries that shut down their seasons. Spencer Strider and Shane Bieber are two of the most recent victims of Tommy John surgery. It’s the kind of trend that’s being labelled as a pandemic in baseball. Clayton Kershaw offered his thoughts on the increased issues of elbow injuries among pitchers. But one thing, he didn’t offer … [Read more...] about Dodgers Star Pitcher Reflects on Series of Pitching Injuries
What to Know as Shohei Ohtani’s Former Interpreter Faces Fraud Charges
The former longtime interpreter for Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani appeared in federal court on Friday, charged with felony bank fraud. Ippei Mizuhara surrendered to law enforcement on Friday. He faces federal fraud charges for allegedly stealing more than $16 million from the Los Angeles Dodgers star. Mizuhara appeared in U.S. District Court and was released shortly after on a … [Read more...] about What to Know as Shohei Ohtani’s Former Interpreter Faces Fraud Charges
A New Los Angeles Dodgers Player is Making History
The Los Angeles Dodgers are one of the hottest teams in the majors and they remain focused on one goal, winning the World Series. During the offseason, the franchise signed some top players to move closer to their goal. With only two weeks into the regular season, the Dodgers are picking up the pace. One player who has been in the spotlight is none other than Shohei Ohtani. The … [Read more...] about A New Los Angeles Dodgers Player is Making History
Former All-Star Needs to (Finally) Give the Angels a Full Season
There are three sure things in life: death, taxes, and Anthony Rendon will suffer a season-ending injury. Ever since signing a seven-year, $245 million contract with the Los Angeles Angels in December 2019, he’s been largely missing in action. His walk-up song should be Dire Straits’ “Money For Nothing.” OK, maybe that’s a bit harsh. Some guys just seem to have bad luck with … [Read more...] about Former All-Star Needs to (Finally) Give the Angels a Full Season