The National League Division Series match-up between the Dodgers and the Washington Nationals begins on Thursday. Below are some odds and ends for this series. Information about each game is still a bit scarce, so I will update this post as more information become available. Here are some important links:
Thursday, October 03, 2019
NLDS Series Against Nationals Starts on Thursday -- A Playoff Homestand Preview
The National League Division Series match-up between the Dodgers and the Washington Nationals begins on Thursday. Below are some odds and ends for this series. Information about each game is still a bit scarce, so I will update this post as more information become available. Here are some important links:
Tuesday, October 01, 2019
2019 Topps Now - #932 & #933 - Ryu & Bellinger are MLB Leaders
Now that the season is officially over, here is a look at a couple of 2019 Topps Now MLB Leader cards that feature a Dodger. First, Hyun-Jin Ryu took home the ERA crown with an 2.32 ERA. Go here to check it out and order. Below is what's written on the reverse:Hyun-Jin Ryu started the most games since his rookie season in 2013 and did not disappoint. The left-hander led all of MLB in ERA with a minuscule 2.32, giving the Los Angeles Dodgers another devastating option in their loaded starting rotation. Ryu struck out 163 batters and started 29 games in his stellar 2019 campaign.
Blog Kiosk: 10/1/2019 - Dodgers Links - Some Odds and Ends
Here is another fantastic press photo, originally from the George Michael Collection, featuring a close play at the plate, dated 9/16/1951 (eBay auction link). Per the descriptor on the reverse:
Chicago: Dodger catcher Roy Campanella puts the ball on Ransom Jackson as the Cub infielder tries to score from third on Chuck Connors' fourth inning grounder to first baseman Gil Hodges who fumbled the ball, but Jackie Robinson grabbed it and threw Jackson out. Brooklyn won 6-1.Below are more links to check out:
- This Day in Dodgers History: In 1946 the very first playoff series to determine a league champion is played between the Dodgers and Cardinals. Today is Game 1 of a three game set and is played in St. Louis. Unfortunately, Brooklyn would lose Game 1, 4-2, and lose the series a couple of days later at home, 8-4. In 1974 Dodger reliever Dr. Mike Marshall set a Major League mark when he made his 106th appearance of the season. In 1993 Mike Piazza set a Dodgers new record for RBI's in a season for a rookie when he plated his 107th run during an 8-5 victory over the Astros.
- Happy Birthday, Duster Mails, Jim Russell, Fred Kipp & Roberto Kelly!
Monday, September 30, 2019
2019 Topps Now -- #917 & #922 -- Franchise Record 106 Wins
This is likely the last Dodgers' 2019 Topps Now card of the regular season, and it highlights yesterday afternoons win over the Giants. As you surely know by now, that victory was the clubs 106th of the year - a new franchise record. Per Rowan Kavner at Dodger Insider:
“I’m going to take a moment to appreciate what we did as an organization,” said manager Dave Roberts. “When you’re talking about the regular season and all those great teams in Dodger history, it takes a lot to accomplish what we accomplished as a group.”
Blog Kiosk: 9/30/2019 - Dodgers Links - 106 Wins!
With the Dodgers weekend sweep of the Giants, they recorded a franchise best 106 wins for the season. Per Ken Gurnick at MLB.com:
“All those great teams in Dodgers history, it takes a lot to accomplish all we’ve accomplished as a group and organization,” said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. “Very proud of everyone, top to bottom. It’s something no one can take away from us.”Per Rowan Kavner at Dodger Insider:
“It’s special,” Seager said to SportsNet LA’s Alanna Rizzo. “The work’s not done. We’re going to try to go finish business.”Photo above via Michael Urakami/MLB.com at Dodger Insider. Go here to check out more pics from yesterdays game. Below are more links to check out:
- This Day in Dodgers History: In 1951 the Dodgers defeated the Phillies on the last game of the season to force a three-game playoff for the National League pennant against the Giants. They win in the 14th inning -- after Jackie Robinson made a game saving catch then hit a home run the next inning to give the Dodgers a 9-8 victory. In 1953 Shotgun George Shuba becomes the first National League player (and third player overall) to have hit a pinch-hit home run in the World Series. Unfortunately, the Dodgers would lose the game, 9-5, to the Yankees. In 1999 the Dodgers ruin the fun at Candlestick Park when they defeat the Giants, 9-4. This is the last game ever played at this bay area ballpark.
- Happy Birthday, Nap Rucker, Dick Cox, Johnny Allen, Frank Lamanske, Frank Skaff, Johnny Podres, John DeSilva, Jose Lima, Jamie Romak, Edward Paredes & Kenley Jansen!
Friday, September 27, 2019
Check out Some "Costume Travel Day" Custom Fantasy Baseball Cards
I just could't help myself. Check out a bunch of custom fantasy baseball cards I put together this afternoon.
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