Shohei Ohtani of Oshu, Japan set a Major League Baseball record on Sunday for the most home runs hit by a Japanese born player. He accomplished the feat by hitting his 176th career home run at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles in a 10-0 Dodgers win over the New York Mets. Of Ohtani’s 176 home runs, 171 have been with the Los Angeles Angels, and five have been with the Los Angeles … [Read more...] about Shohei Ohtani sets MLB record for most home runs hit by a Japanese player
NFL Free Agency: J.K. Dobbins, Chargers Agree on One-Year Deal
J.K. Dobbins officially has a new home in the NFL. He and the Los Angeles Chargers have reportedly agreed to a one-year deal. The former Baltimore Ravens running back is already familiar with Greg Roman, who spent some time with him and the Ravens as their former offensive coordinator. Not to mention, the Chargers hired Jim Harbaugh as their new head coach, someone who will … [Read more...] about NFL Free Agency: J.K. Dobbins, Chargers Agree on One-Year Deal
Former Dodgers All-Star starting pitcher Carl Erskine dies at age 97
Former Dodgers All-Star starting pitcher Carl Erskine of Anderson, Indiana passed away on Tuesday at the age of 97 according to Juan Toribio of mlb.com. Erskine spent his entire Major League Baseball career with the Dodgers. He was with the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1948 to 1957, and then the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1958 and 1959. Erskine was an All-Star in 1954, won the World … [Read more...] about Former Dodgers All-Star starting pitcher Carl Erskine dies at age 97
Early MLB Observations: Can Los Angeles Dodgers Outslug 1936 New York Yankees, Produce 7 100-RBI Hitters?
Several interesting trends are developing just over two weeks into the MLB season. An offensive lineup is mauling the marks established by the iconic New York Yankees of the mid-1930s. The current Yankees shortstop is outperforming a certain Hall of Famer. Ted Williams’ legacy looks secure – for now. Baseball needs Mike Trout to regain his MVP form. Long-dormant franchises are … [Read more...] about Early MLB Observations: Can Los Angeles Dodgers Outslug 1936 New York Yankees, Produce 7 100-RBI Hitters?
Phillies trade reliever Connor Brogdon to the Dodgers
The Philadelphia Phillies have traded relief pitcher Connor Brogdon of Clovis, California to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday according to NBC Sports Los Angeles on Saturday. In return, the Phillies received left-handed minor league pitcher Benony Robles of San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic. Brogdon is joining his second Major League Baseball franchise as he spent the … [Read more...] about Phillies trade reliever Connor Brogdon to the Dodgers