The Mets' Revenge: A 335-Homed Showdown with the Dodgers in the 1988 NLCS
2 months ago

The Mets' Revenge: A 335-Homed Showdown with the Dodgers in the 1988 NLCS

Associated Press  

The 1988 National League Championship Series between the New York Mets and Los Angeles Dodgers is revisited, with the Dodgers emerging victorious after losing Game 4 to the Mets in the previous round. Darryl Strawberry reflects on his career and the Mets' heartbreaking defeat, hoping for a chance to avenge the 1988 loss.

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Dodgers' Historic Comeback Stuns Yankees in World Series Game 5
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers' Historic Comeback Stuns Yankees in World Series Game 5

China Daily  

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their eighth World Series title with a thrilling comeback victory against the New York Yankees in Game 5 of the series. Despite trailing 0-2 in the series, the Dodgers staged a remarkable comeback, scoring 10 runs in the fifth inning to secure the win. Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman shone brightly for the Dodgers, contributing …

Dodgers' comeback stuns the Yankees
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers' comeback stuns the Yankees

China Daily  

The Los Angeles Dodgers hoist the Commissioner's Trophy after beating the New York Yankees in Game 5 to win the MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium in New York on Wednesday. USA TODAY SPORTS VIA REUTERS "We just took advantage of every mistake they made in that inning," Teoscar Hernandez said. Stanton's sixth-inning sacrifice fly off Brusdar Graterol put the …

Dodgers overcome a 5-run deficit to win the World Series against the New York Yankees
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers overcome a 5-run deficit to win the World Series against the New York Yankees

NPR  

Dodgers overcome a 5-run deficit to win the World Series against the New York Yankees toggle caption Godofredo A. Vásquez/AP NEW YORK — The Los Angeles Dodgers won their second World Series championship in five seasons, overcoming a five-run deficit with the help of three Yankees defensive miscues and rallying on sacrifice flies from Gavin Lux and Mookie Betts in …

A ‘golden era of Dodgers baseball’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

A ‘golden era of Dodgers baseball’

LA Times  

Teammates celebrate with Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler, left, after winning the World Series on Wednesday night. Fans on Whittier Boulevard in East Los Angeles celebrate the Dodgers’ World Series win on Wednesday night. “This Dodgers’ team always seemed destined to reach the mountaintop,” L.A. Times Dodgers beat reporter Jack Harris wrote Wednesday night. “They made sure of that …

The Sports Report: In the year of the improbable, the impossible has happened
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Sports Report: In the year of the improbable, the impossible has happened

LA Times  

Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Continue reading here Dodgers box score Dodgers beat Yankees to win another World Series, cement ‘golden era’ of franchise dominance Ready to celebrate? Dodgers’ World Series championship parade will be Friday L.A. takes to the streets with fireworks, joy as Dodgers win World Series New L.A. Times book ‘Best in Sho’ commemorates Dodgers’ World …

The comeback is on! Yankees stay alive in World Series with electric Game 4 win over the Dodgers
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The comeback is on! Yankees stay alive in World Series with electric Game 4 win over the Dodgers

Daily Mail  

Forget what you heard: The New York Yankees are not dead. Anthony Volpe's grand slam put the Yankees on course for a win in Game 4 of the World Series New York avoided a sweep with a dramatic come-from-behind victory at Yankee Stadium Had he struck out, it would have been typical of this struggling World Series Yankees roster, who …

The Sports Report: Dodgers confirm that you can’t win them all
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Sports Report: Dodgers confirm that you can’t win them all

LA Times  

It was a long night for Brent Honeywell and the Dodgers pitching staff in Game 4. Continue reading here CLIPPERS From Broderick Turner: The Golden State Warriors’ defense collapsed on Clippers center Ivica Zubac late in a tense game Sunday night at Chase Center in San Francisco, but he didn’t panic. Continue reading here KINGS Tyler Toffoli scored the go-ahead …

How many World Series titles have the Dodgers won?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

How many World Series titles have the Dodgers won?

LA Times  

Game 1 — Dodgers 8, Rays 3 Game 2 — Rays 6, Dodgers 4 Game 3 — Dodgers 6, Rays 2 Game 4 — Rays 8, Dodgers 7 Game 5 — Dodgers 4, Rays 2 Game 6 — Dodgers 3, Rays 1 The Dodgers finally ended their three-decade drought in the first World Series held at a neutral site because …

Dodgers Dugout: A thrilling win. A scary win. What could possibly be next?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers Dugout: A thrilling win. A scary win. What could possibly be next?

LA Times  

Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. “Guys have had this before and played,” Roberts said Sunday, comparing it to the dislocated shoulder former Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger played through in the 2020 World Series. We asked “Who do you think will win the World Series, and in how many games?” After 16,391 votes: Dodgers in six, 52% …

Dodgers beat Yankees 4-2 for 2-0 World Series lead, as Ohtani injures shoulder : NPR
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dodgers beat Yankees 4-2 for 2-0 World Series lead, as Ohtani injures shoulder : NPR

NPR  

Dodgers beat Yankees 4-2 for 2-0 World Series lead, as Ohtani injures shoulder toggle caption Ashley Landis/AP/AP LOS ANGELES — Yoshinobu Yamamoto walked back to his dugout and made the slightest tip of his cap to cheering fans. So we’re encouraged.” Sponsor Message Tommy Edman and Teoscar Hernández also went deep off starter Carlos Rodón, who tied a Yankees World …

Dodgers Overcome Yankees in Thrilling Game 2 of World Series
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Dodgers Overcome Yankees in Thrilling Game 2 of World Series

CNN  

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees 4-2 in Game 2 of the World Series on Saturday night, taking a 2-0 lead in the series. Despite being in control most of the game, the Yankees staged a late comeback attempt in the ninth inning but were unable to score the tying run. Yoshinobu Yamamoto dominated the pitching for …

A Century of Battle: Yankees vs. Dodgers Set to Ignite the Baseball World
1 month, 4 weeks ago

A Century of Battle: Yankees vs. Dodgers Set to Ignite the Baseball World

CNN  

The Yankees and Dodgers will face off in the World Series for the first time since 1981. The teams have played against each other 11 times in past title series, with the Yankees holding a slight edge with 73% of wins against the Dodgers. However, the Dodgers have shown resilience in recent years, claiming titles in 2020 and 2021 after …

Five most iconic moments in Dodgers-Yankees World Series history
2 months ago

Five most iconic moments in Dodgers-Yankees World Series history

LA Times  

New York Yankees right-hander Don Larsen delivers a pitch in the fourth inning on Oct. 8, 1956, en route to the first World Series perfect game. Don Larsen was a mediocre pitcher at best, going 81-91 with a 3.78 earned-run average in 14 seasons, and he was so bad in his first World Series start in 1956 that he was …

Dodgers and Yankees will meet for the 12th time in World Series. How did the first 11 go?
2 months ago

Dodgers and Yankees will meet for the 12th time in World Series. How did the first 11 go?

LA Times  

Dolf Camilli of the Dodgers left, and Joe DiMaggio of the New York Yankees before the start of Game 1 of the 1941 World Series. at Yankees 3, Dodgers 2 Dodgers 3, at Yankees 2 Yankees 2, at Dodgers 1 Yankees 7, at Dodgers 4 Yankees 3, at Dodgers 1 Future Hall of Famers Yankees: Joe McCarthy, Bill Dickey, Joe …

Dodgers' Thriving Pitching Propels Them to World Series Despite Injuries
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2 months ago

Dodgers' Thriving Pitching Propels Them to World Series Despite Injuries

Associated Press  

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their 25th National League pennant with a thrilling victory over the New York Mets in the World Series. Shohei Ohtani led the Dodgers with a record-breaking performance, while the bullpen played a crucial role in securing the win. The Dodgers will now face the New York Yankees in the next stage of the playoffs.

Welcome back, World Series! Dodgers set up epic duel with Yankees
2 months ago

Welcome back, World Series! Dodgers set up epic duel with Yankees

LA Times  

Home, after three rocky Octobers and two embarrassing collapses and deep blue scads of doubt. Beginning Friday at Dodger Stadium, baseball’s two most legendary franchises will meet for the 12th time in a World Series, the most prolific Series matchup in baseball history even though they haven’t shared this stage in 43 years. “I think if you’re talking about collective …

Letters to Sports: Hold off on those Dodgers predictions and celebration
2 months ago

Letters to Sports: Hold off on those Dodgers predictions and celebration

LA Times  

Before Game 5 of the NLCS, The Times’ Bill Shaikin quoted Dave Roberts as saying, “there’s a sense of urgency.” It does not appear that Roberts’ Rules were followed, as the Dodgers’ brain trust allowed Jack Flaherty to give up eight runs in only three innings. Yes, the Dodgers’ starting pitching staff has been decimated, but the relievers have been …

Dodgers still control their World Series destiny after Game 5 loss
2 months ago

Dodgers still control their World Series destiny after Game 5 loss

LA Times  

The Dodgers still own this. Dodgers Dodgers can’t overcome Jack Flaherty’s struggles in NLCS Game 5 loss to Mets Jack Flaherty runs into problems early, giving up eight earned runs in a 12-6 loss to the New York Mets in Game 5 of the NLCS, sending the series back to L.A. Sir, I am doubling down. “That’s how the game …

Dodgers show their might, blowing out Mets to move a win away from World Series
2 months, 1 week ago

Dodgers show their might, blowing out Mets to move a win away from World Series

LA Times  

When the Dodgers dug into their lineup’s playoff problems at the end of last season, they noticed a strange October trend. “I think that’s just a deeper understanding for us, understanding who we are as a team.” And over the last couple of weeks, Muncy proudly added, “We’ve had an entire lineup being able to buy into that.” On Thursday …

Dodgers pitchers zero in on MLB history in Game 1 win over Mets
2 months, 1 week ago

Dodgers pitchers zero in on MLB history in Game 1 win over Mets

LA Times  

Bats have flailed, balls have soared, runners have sprinted, and still… Nobody can score off the Dodgers! Dodgers Dodgers waste no time extending their dominance in NLCS Game 1 win Just two days after their series comeback win over the San Diego Padres, the Dodgers dominate in a 9-0 victory over the New York Mets in Game 1 of the …

Dodgers Dugout: Why the Dodgers will beat the Mets in the NLCS
2 months, 1 week ago

Dodgers Dugout: Why the Dodgers will beat the Mets in the NLCS

LA Times  

Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. Edge: Even Second base Gavin Lux,.251/.320/.383, 10 homers, 50 RBIs, 101 OPS+, 2.1 WAR Postseason: 5 for 18, 1 homer, 3 RBIs, 1 walk, 2 K’s Jose Iglesias,.337/.381/.448, 4 homers, 26 RBIs, 137 OPS+, 3.1 WAR Postseason: 6 for 29, 3 RBIs, 1 walk, 7 K’s or Jeff McNeil,.238/.308/.384, 12 homers, …

What you need to know from the MLB playoffs: Mets to NLCS, Dodgers force Game 5
2 months, 2 weeks ago

What you need to know from the MLB playoffs: Mets to NLCS, Dodgers force Game 5

New York Times  

By Sam Blum, Grant Brisbee, Kaitlyn McGrath and Jen McCaffrey The New York Mets’ magic continued as a Francisco Lindor grand slam helped them stun the Philadelphia Phillies and book their ticket to the NLCS. Francisco Lindor’s sixth-inning grand slam sent Citi Field into pandemonium as the Mets, by virtue of a 4-1 victory over the Phillies, clinched their first …

Another 100-win season leads to another October flop for Dodgers
1 year, 2 months ago

Another 100-win season leads to another October flop for Dodgers

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — The Los Angeles Dodgers’ third straight 100-win season led to a third consecutive postseason flop. “There’s some things with the format that people can dissect or whatever, but the bottom line is that the last two years we’ve got outplayed in the postseason,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said. “I had pitches to hit all night and rolled them …

D-backs slug 4 homers in record-setting barrage, sweep Dodgers with 4-2 win in Game 3 of NLDS
1 year, 2 months ago

D-backs slug 4 homers in record-setting barrage, sweep Dodgers with 4-2 win in Game 3 of NLDS

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Geraldo Perdomo got the Arizona Diamondbacks started with an unexpected homer, then Ketel Marte made the 48,000-plus at Chase Field giddy with another blast. The hard-hitting Diamondbacks rode a record-setting barrage of homers in the third inning to a 4-2 win in Game 3 of their NL Division Series on Wednesday night, sweeping the 100-win Los Angeles Dodgers …

MLB playoff tracker: Dodgers to play either the Brewers or Diamondbacks in the NLDS
1 year, 3 months ago

MLB playoff tracker: Dodgers to play either the Brewers or Diamondbacks in the NLDS

LA Times  

Mookie Betts, right, celebrates with teammates after the Dodgers clinched their 10th National League West title in 11 years with a 6-2 win over the Seattle Mariners on Sept. 16. The World Series team with the better regular-season record plays host to Games 1 and 2, and Games 6 and 7 if necessary, making the home-field advantage particularly consequential in …

Dodgers prove they can still win and beat improved Padres
1 year, 7 months ago

Dodgers prove they can still win and beat improved Padres

LA Times  

Dodgers star Mookie Betts hits a game-tying home run in the ninth inning during a 5-2 comeback win over the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Sunday. James Outman, left, celebrates with Dodgers teammate David Peralta after hitting a two-run home run in the 10th inning Sunday against the Padres. The Dodgers didn’t collect their first hit against Padres …

Dodgers win, but get a good scare from Padres in NLDS Game 1
2 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers win, but get a good scare from Padres in NLDS Game 1

LA Times  

Padres and Dodgers players stand on the field during the national anthem before Game 1 of the NLDS at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday. “It’s not going to be easy.” In their effort to accumulate the 11 postseason victories required to win a World Series championship, it was a somewhat shaky first step, but maybe shaky is good. “So Trea did …

Dodgers’ bats go cold as 12-game winning streak ends in loss to Royals
2 years, 4 months ago

Dodgers’ bats go cold as 12-game winning streak ends in loss to Royals

LA Times  

Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts fields a run-scoring single by Kansas City’s Vinnie Pasquantino during the third inning of the Dodgers’ 4-0 loss Sunday. The Dodgers’ 12-game winning streak — one short of their longest since moving to Los Angeles in 1958 — died on the vine, the Royals salvaging the finale of the three-game series, 4-0, Sunday in front …

What's the MLB state of play, and who's going to win the top prizes come November?
2 years, 4 months ago

What's the MLB state of play, and who's going to win the top prizes come November?

Daily Mail  

The season that nearly never was is into the home stretch. Aaron Judge has been the standout player in baseball this season, with the most home runs The New York Yankees' 13-year World Series drought feels more like 130 in the Bronx A 13-year World Series drought feels more like 130 in the Bronx, but this club is as close …

Greatest moments in Dodger history, No. 19: Winning the 1988 World Series
3 years, 9 months ago

Greatest moments in Dodger history, No. 19: Winning the 1988 World Series

LA Times  

Hi, and welcome to another edition of Dodgers Dugout. In an excerpt from “Extra Innings: Fred Claire’s Journey to City of Hope and Finding a World Championship Team”, Tim Madigan writes: “When Gibson reported to his first spring training with the Dodgers, he found a different atmosphere: “Everyone was screwing around and it was real loud and they were all …

Dodgers 2020 memorable moments: A lot of Betts and a huge October payoff
3 years, 11 months ago

Dodgers 2020 memorable moments: A lot of Betts and a huge October payoff

LA Times  

The Dodgers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 in Game 6 of the World Series to win their first championship since 1988. Betts scored the Dodgers’ first run of the season, but his decision to kneel during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial injustice before the game drew the most attention. OCT. 27: URÍAS CLOSES OUT WORLD …

Photos: Dodgers defeat Rays to capture World Series title
4 years, 1 month ago

Photos: Dodgers defeat Rays to capture World Series title

LA Times  

Clayton Kershaw celebrates winning the World Series at Globe Life Field The Dodgers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays, 3-1, in Game 6 of the World Series to claim their first title since 1988. Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts scores ahead of the tag of Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino on a Corey Seager grounder in the sixth inning. Dodgers …

Dodgers go from potential World Series elation to disaster
4 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers go from potential World Series elation to disaster

LA Times  

Dodgers catcher Will Smith drops the ball, allowing the Tampa Bay Rays to score the winning run in Game 4 of the World Series on Saturday. While most of the Dodgers trudged into the dugout, Jansen stood on the field staring around as if to ask, “What just happened?” × The final play of the Dodgers’ 8-7 loss to the …

Bellinger HR sends Dodgers to 3rd World Series in 4 years
4 years, 2 months ago

Bellinger HR sends Dodgers to 3rd World Series in 4 years

The Independent  

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Dodgers show their resiliency in comeback NLCS win vs. Braves
4 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers show their resiliency in comeback NLCS win vs. Braves

LA Times  

Cody Bellinger swung from the heels and the ball went back, back, back … Back to the World Series. Down to their last breath for a third consecutive game, the team known for October madness created October magic when Bellinger’s seventh-inning home run cemented their 4-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday night in a deciding Game 7 of …

Dodgers defeat Braves on Cody Bellinger’s blast, advance to the World Series
4 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers defeat Braves on Cody Bellinger’s blast, advance to the World Series

LA Times  

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, wearing a light blue face mask stretched below his face, held back tears Sunday night. This is our year!” It still can be the Dodgers’ year, the year they finally win their first World Series since 1988, because they clawed back from a 3-1 deficit in the National League Championship Series to beat the Atlanta Braves. …

Dodgers and Braves should be among elite National League teams for years
4 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers and Braves should be among elite National League teams for years

LA Times  

Atlanta Braves’ Ozzie Albies scores under Dodgers catcher Will Smith during the fourth inning in Game 7 of the NLCS. The Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves pushed the National League Championship Series to the limit with Sunday night’s winner-take-all Game 7 in Globe Life Field. “We’re honestly a very competitive team,” Acuña said, when asked if the Braves are primed …

Dodgers’ win in Game 2 of NLDS was built on smarts and riches
4 years, 2 months ago

Dodgers’ win in Game 2 of NLDS was built on smarts and riches

LA Times  

Dodgers right fielder Mookie Betts gestures goodbye to the San Diego Padres after Cody Bellinger, right, robbed Fernando Tatis Jr. of a two-run homer in the seventh inning in Game 2 of the NLDS at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on Wednesday. In the fifth inning, Tatis laced a ground ball that appeared headed into center field for a …

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