Matthew Moreno

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Executive Editor at Dodger Blue

Executive Editor at Lakers Nation

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Recap: Michael Conforto Helps Dodgers Get Series Split With Mets

1 day ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

Landon Knack surrendered a career-high-tying three home runs but the Los Angeles Dodgers continued to chip away at their deficit throughout the day and finished their homestand with a 6-5 comeback win against the New York Mets. The Dodgers lead all teams with 21 comeback wins this season. Knack prevented the Mets from scoring in the first inning, which was a first for Dodgers pitching in the series, but then gave up a leadoff home run to Pete Alonso in the second.
Tulsa Drillers Hosting 2025 NBA Finals Watch Parties For Games 2 & 3

1 day ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

The 2025 NBA Finals begin on Thursday night with both the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder looking to capture their first championship. The Thunder finished with the best record in the NBA at 68-14 and thus secured home-court advantage throughout the entire playoffs. The Pacers went 50-32 and earned the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference. Oklahoma City reached the Finals by eliminating the Memphis Grizzlies, Denver Nuggets and Memphis Grizzlies.
Dodgers finale vs. Mets rare occurrence for iron man Freddie Freeman

1 day ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

Freddie Freeman is not in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for their series finale against the New York Mets, marking just the second such instance since he returned from the 10-day injured list. Kiké Hernández is making the start at first base. Freeman notoriously goes into each season with a goal of playing all 162 games, but he recognized during Spring Training that this year likely was going to be different.
Dodgers lose season series to Mets; Pete Alonso sets franchise record

1 day ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

A combination of Tony Gonsolin struggling in the first inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers being mired in a stretch of allowing their opponent to score first proved too challenging to overcome as the Mets notched a 6-1 win on Wednesday night. Gonsolin entered the start with a 6.00 ERA in the first innings this season, and proceeded to allow the Mets to immediately take a 3-0 lead.
This Day In Dodgers History: Roy Campanella, Sandy Koufax And Jackie Robinson Jersey Numbers Retired

2 days ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

On June 4, 1972, the Los Angeles Dodgers retired the numbers of Roy Campanella (39), Sandy Koufax (32) and Jackie Robinson (42) in a pregame ceremony at Dodger Stadium. Robinson’s iconic jersey number is also retired throughout Major League Baseball. Robinson broke the color barrier on April 15 1947, and that date is designated as Jackie Robinson Day, when all MLB players and coaches wear his iconic No. 42.
Dodgers potentially adding Esteury Ruiz to roster due to Tommy Edman injury

2 days ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

Los Angeles Dodgers injuries this season have primarily affected the pitching staff, but Tommy Edman missed time last month due to right ankle inflammation. Edman is again dealing with ankle trouble and is not in the lineup Wednesday despite the New York Mets starting a right-handed pitcher. Esteury Ruiz is on the Dodgers taxi squad in the event Edman needs to go back on the 10-day injured list.
full list of Dodgers on ballot for Truist Park

2 days ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

The 2025 MLB All-Star Game ballot was unveiled Wednesday morning and voting is now underway to determine the eight position players and designated hitters for both the American League and National League rosters. MLB All-Star Game voting features two phases, with the first determining which players will advance to the next round before a starter at each position is determined in phase 2.
Tanner Scott Credits Dodgers Coaches Mark Prior, Connor McGuiness & Josh Bard For Key Adjustments

2 days ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

One night removed from allowing two runs amid continued struggles, Tanner Scott found himself in the same position as he entered from the bullpen. The Los Angeles Dodgers had again put together a rally in the ninth inning, and Scott was coming in to pitch against the New York Mets in extras. On Monday night, he gave up back-to-back hits that allowed the Mets to take their decided lead.
Dodgers might need Walker Buehler, but trade with Red Sox unlikely

2 days ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

The MLB trade deadline for the 2025 season is not until July 31, but there already is early speculation over potential moves for teams in need. Despite best efforts by president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman during the offseason, the Los Angeles Dodgers may very well find themselves among the buyers. Their pitching staff once again has been decimated by injuries this year, and the Dodgers reportedly are open to finding a left-handed hitting position player for the bench.
Dodgers Beat Mets In Extra Innings On Freddie Freeman's Walk-Off Hit

2 days ago | dodgerblue.com | Matthew Moreno

Inclement weather continued to follow Clayton Kershaw as a thunderstorm arrived at Dodger Stadium just under four hours before first pitch. The game began on time and was played without issue, and ended with the Los Angeles Dodgers rallying late to earn a 6-5 walk-off win over the New York Mets in 10 innings. Kershaw entered the night 11-0 with a 2.00 ERA and 124 strikeouts in 18 career starts against the Mets during the regular season.