The New York Times – Sports:
His speed (and his bat) helped the Los Angeles Dodgers win four pennants and three championships in the 1960s. He was voted the National League’s M.V.P. in 1962.
Category: Los Angeles Dodgers
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How Freddie Freeman and Mookie Betts Stabilized the Dodgers Lineup
The New York Times – Sports:
Despite the team’s high payrolls, Los Angeles was known for platoons and creativity. With Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts and Trea Turner, they embraced stability instead.
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Brandon Nimmo’s Catch Helps Mets Beat Dodgers
The New York Times – Sports:
Jacob deGrom dominated, Brandon Nimmo made a catch to remember and Timmy Trumpet played a live version of Edwin Díaz’s entrance song during a thrilling win.
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Mets and Dodgers Face Off In Series With NL East Implications
The New York Times – Sports:
A three-game series against Los Angeles will give the Mets a chance to size themselves up. It could also create an opportunity for Atlanta to make up some ground.
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Can Juan Soto Lead the Padres Past the Dodgers?
The New York Times – Sports:
Juan Soto headlined San Diego’s audacious haul at the trading deadline. Keeping up with the Los Angeles Dodgers, in spending and on the field, won’t be easy.
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Vin Scully Was Los Angeles
The New York Times – Sports:
In a town synonymous with fleeting fame, Scully was the one thing that always seemed to endure. His voice, “like a gentle hand,” still resonates.
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Vin Scully Helped California Baseball Take Root
The New York Times – Sports:
The Dodgers’ move to Los Angeles was made seamless by a man who never said too much and was perfect for his new surroundings. His old surroundings still miss him.