August Publications An interview with the author of a new book about Jim Gilliam, who won Rookie of the Year with Brooklyn, played 14 years for the Dodgers and coached for the team until his death in 1978. Jim Gilliam is near the top of several franchise leaderboards in Dodgers history, and his number 19 is retired by the team though he isn’t in the Hall of Fame. Yet, … [Read more...] about Steve Dittmore on ‘Forgotten Dodger’ Jim Gilliam
Ohtani in Beats by Dre commercial with LeBron & Messi
Shohei Ohtani in a Beats by Dre commercial. Shohei Ohtani is easily the most marketable player in baseball, a global superstar with appeal not only in the United States but in Japan as well. He’s no stranger to commercials, some of which you might see during games, like for New Balance, for instance, and many others. The latest ad for Ohtani is from Beats by Dre, and … [Read more...] about Ohtani in Beats by Dre commercial with LeBron & Messi
Clayton Kershaw back for an 18th season, as expected
Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images Kershaw joined the Dodgers in camp at Camelback Ranch on Tuesday, the day pitchers and catchers reported to spring training. Since October, left-hander Clayton Kershaw told just about anyone who asked that he planned to return for an 18th season with the Dodgers. That deal isn’t yet official, but he’s in camp at Camelback Ranch on Tuesday, with … [Read more...] about Clayton Kershaw back for an 18th season, as expected
Dodgers finalize Kiké deal, place Stone on 60-day IL
Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Hernández gets $6.5 million on 1-year deal with LA. Stone is expected to miss the 2025 season after October shoulder surgery To make room for the signing of infielder/outfielder Kiké Hernández, which was announced by the Dodgers on Tuesday, the team placed pitcher Gavin Stone on the 60-day injured list. Use of the 60-day injured list became … [Read more...] about Dodgers finalize Kiké deal, place Stone on 60-day IL
Kiké Hernández signs 1-year, $6.5 million contract with Dodgers
Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images The reunion that was clamored for by fans came to fruition officially on February 11, 2025, with Kiké Hernández signing a one-year contract with the Dodgers worth $6.5 million. Hernández was a key contributor to the Dodgers postseason run to a championship, hitting .294/.357/.451 with two home runs and starting the final 13 games of … [Read more...] about Kiké Hernández signs 1-year, $6.5 million contract with Dodgers