After the Los Angeles Dodgers wrapped up their eighth World Series title Wednesday night, there was little doubt as to who would be the Most Valuable Player. First baseman Freddie Freeman took home MVP honors after one of the most impressive World Series performances in recent memory. Homering in the first four games of the series and driving in 12 runs (tying the record for a … [Read more...] about Freddie Freeman Wins World Series MVP with Historic Performance
Dodgers Reliever Retires After Second World Series Victory
Minutes after winning his second World Series, Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Daniel Hudson announced his retirement. A veteran of 15 big league seasons, Hudson has ended his career just how he wanted to, a champion. “This was the only reason I came back — to go out on top,” Hudson told reporters, including the Orange County Register. “And that’s what’s happening.” Despite … [Read more...] about Dodgers Reliever Retires After Second World Series Victory
Five Moments That Won the Dodgers the World Series
The Los Angeles Dodgers have won the World Series over the New York Yankees. It is the eighth championship for the historic franchise. There are many things that led to the climactic victory. Here are five moments that helped the Dodgers ultimately win the World Series. But First… The starting pitching was thought to be an Achilles heel for Los Angeles due to lack of depth. … [Read more...] about Five Moments That Won the Dodgers the World Series
Braves Trade Power-Hitting Outfielder for Young Right-Hander
The Los Angeles Angels have acquired outfielder Jorge Soler from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for right-hander Griffin Canning, Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com reports. There’s no money changing hands, so the Angels will be responsible for the $32 million Soler is owed over the next two seasons. Soler, 32, hit .241/.338/.442 with 21 home runs over 142 games between the San … [Read more...] about Braves Trade Power-Hitting Outfielder for Young Right-Hander
Yankees Hand Down Ban to Fans Who Disrupted Game 4
Major League Baseball has banned two New York Yankees fans from attending Game 5 of the World Series. The two made unacceptable physical contact with Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts. During Tuesday’s game, the fans grabbed Betts’ glove, pried it open, and jarred the ball loose in the bottom of the first inning, prompting their ejection from Yankee Stadium. The … [Read more...] about Yankees Hand Down Ban to Fans Who Disrupted Game 4