Dodgers Bring Lumber – Make History

October 15, 2020

After the Dodgers scored 4 runs in the 9th to almost get that come from behind victory in Game 2.  The Dodgers unloaded on Kyle Wright and the Braves for 11 runs in the 1st inning.  After last night’s game, Dave Roberts said that “I definitely think that’s some momentum we can take into tomorrow.”  Boy did they.  The Dodgers unloaded on Kyle Wright and the Braves for 11 runs…

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Dodgers and Braves NLCS Preview

October 12, 2020

Today, the Dodgers face off against the Atlanta Braves in Game 1 of the 2020 NLCS.  The Dodgers have never faced the Braves for the pennant before.  They have faced each other three times in Divisional Series play. 1996 NLDS – Dodgers lost to Atlanta 3 games to 0 2013 NLDS – Dodgers beat Atlanta 3 games to 1 2018 NLDS – Dodgers beat Atlanta 3 games to 1 Before…

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Passing of the Torch

October 8, 2020

I am sure Doc will not say it, but Kenley is no longer the closer, however, he’s not off the team. There won’t be an “official” closer – it will be a committee. Jansen will again be on the team next year and maybe Bazooka will be ready to close sometime next year… but he’s not right now.

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GAME ONE RECAP AND SOME RANDOM THOUGHTS:

October 7, 2020

Well that was an interesting and very long game.   Dodgers won 5-1, and despite appearances (it could be called an ugly win) they, nevertheless, won in dominating fashion.   There were lots of walks.   Padres pitchers, threw 165 pitches in 8 innings, as they walked 10 Dodgers batters, and added a hit by pitch for good measure.       Walker Buehler started for the Dodgers and almost immediately started to make Dodgers fans…

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It Is Time For Me To Say Goodbye

October 3, 2020

When I took over the administration of LA DodgerTalk , I said that I would continue as long as I enjoyed what I was doing.  The time has come for me to announce that it is no longer fun for me.  I was offered an opportunity to consult on back office procedures for a non-profit company involved with School Choice, and I have decided to accept the challenge.  I have…

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Dodgers and Brewers Preview

September 29, 2020

Admittedly I am writing this without knowing the submitted Playoff Rosters for either team, but I I am going to give it a go anyway. I have already indicated who I thought would be on the Dodgers playoff roster.  But for consistency: 1B – Muncy 2B – CT3 3B – JT SS – Seager LF – AJ CF – Belli RF – Mookie C – Smith DH – Rios Bench:…

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First Round Possibilities

September 24, 2020

Our Boys in Blue have clinched yet another NL West Championship.  That streak has now reached 8, and is one behind 9 consecutive AL East Titles by NYY and 14 consecutive Divisional Titles by Atlanta. Out of the previous seven, the Dodgers have won two pennants, with no World Series Championships.  NYY’s streak was from 1998 through 2006.  The Yankees won five pennants and three consecutive World Series Championships for…

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Good Night at Coors

September 18, 2020

Boy, I need to say that Corey Seager has gone into a slump more often.  HR (13), double (13), single, 2 RBIs, a couple of good plays at SS.  But he sure did choke with that weak ground ball to first when he needed a triple.☺  This is a different Corey Seager from last year.  He is now tied for the team lead in RBIs with 36 with Mookie.  It…

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WINNING UGLY, LOSING UGLY – WHO CARES?

September 15, 2020

Who the heck were those players wearing Dodger uniforms in the Rockies’ and D-backs’ series?   Whoever they were, they certainly did not perform like a playoff caliber team.   They struggled with pitching, struggled with hitting, and couldn’t play defense.  My, my, my, that’s typically a recipe for baseball disaster!!   Heaven forbid that team should have to play the mighty Padres in the playoffs.   The Dodgers may as well go home…

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