It’s a magic number, a mathematical dilemma and almost certainly the Dodgers’ biggest obstacle this October. “But the arm talent and the depth that we have, we feel really good about.” Entering Saturday’s National League Division Series opener, the biggest strength of the Dodgers’ pitching staff is clear: They have an established closer in Evan Phillips, and two dependable setup …
SEATTLE — Clayton Kershaw doesn’t know how many more of these celebrations he’ll get the chance to enjoy inside the Los Angeles Dodgers’ clubhouse. “This is one of the most special teams I’ve been a part of,” Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman said. “Certainly the players are a big part of it, and to watch those guys celebrate one another, …
Dodgers starting pitcher Michael Grove delivers during the first inning of a 9-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium on Sunday. On the plus side, the Dodgers are off Monday, the final day of July, so their starting pitchers won’t have to suffer another indignity like the one they endured Sunday, when rookie right-hander Michael Grove was rocked …
