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Photo above via @Dodgers on twitter. Below are more links to check out:
- This Day in Dodgers History: In 1947 Yankees hurler Bill Bevins was one out from no-hitting the Brooklyn Dodgers in Game 4 of the World Series before yielding a walk-off two-run double to pinch-hitter Cookie Lavagetto, 3-2. In 1951 Bobby Thompson of the NY Giants hit the most infamous home run in Dodgers/Baseball history. He walloped a Ralph Branca pitch in the ninth inning at the Polo Grounds for a walk-off victory, 5-4, during the deciding game of a three-game series to decide who would go to the World Series. The homer has since been dubbed the "shot heard ’round the world." You can watch it here, if you must. In 2005 manager Jim Tracy is fired by the Dodgers.
- Happy Birthday, Henry Thielman, Phil Reardon, Chris Haughey, Darrin Fletcher& Brock Stewart!
- Podcast: Ross Stripling Talks Dodgers NLDS, His Costume, Podcast, and More! | NLDS Preview with Chicken Strip – Episode 81 | Blue Heaven Podcast (Podcast Link).
- Audio: David Freese talks about how he made sure the team stayed focus throughout regular season and talked about Cody Bellinger's breakout year (Audio Link).
On the day by day mentality in the regular season:We were so focused and we had so much fun. But now the real fun starts. That shows why the Dodgers have won 7 divisions in row. With the talent comes victories but there's more to it and this group has it.
- The Cardboard Connection has just shared some preview images from the 2020 Topps Heritage set, slated to be released on February 26, 2020. Check out a Cody Bellinger card on the right. Check out more preview pics here.
- Via Ron Cervenka at Think Blue LA -- ‘Kenley’s our closer’
Question: “How would you assess Kenley Jansen heading into the postseason? Is there a scenario where someone else could pitch the ninth inning?”Roberts: “I don’t see that ninth inning. I know Kenley’s our closer. I don’t see that as an option. And the goal is to get outs, and he understands that. I think that the way that he’s throwing the baseball, he’s shown that recently. And for him to just stay focused and execute pitches, we’ll bet on the results. And he’s done it and I want him to have the ball at the end of the game.”
- Via Rowan Kavner at Dodger Insider -- "Dodgers tab Buehler for NLDS Game 1."
“I think, obviously, all three of our guys deserve the opportunity to pitch the first game,” Roberts said. “We just felt that Walker getting an opportunity to pitch the first game, also potentially a Game 5, gives us the best chance to win — regardless of the opponent.”...
“He always shows up in the big stage,” said Kenley Jansen. “Nothing rattles him. That’s what’s good about him. He just continues to attack. He’s not afraid of any situation.”
- Today is release day for Panini America’s 2019 Contenders Draft Picks Baseball and their blog shares a bunch of preview pics; including the below Gavin Lux cards. Go here to check out more pics.
- Walker Buehler chats about pitching today's game, via a tweet from SportsNet LA:
"For me it's just trying to get deep into games and put up zeros."@buehlersdayoff on facing the Nationals and getting the start for Game 1. pic.twitter.com/yevCiDselh— SportsNet LA (@SportsNetLA) October 3, 2019
- Wow! A shoe deal. Per Business Wire -- "Los Angeles All-Star Clayton Kershaw Signs on to Pitch Skechers."
“I’ve spent my entire career here in Los Angeles, so it feels perfect that I’m partnering with Skechers—a Los Angeles original since 1992,” said Clayton Kershaw. “I’ve been working with the design team on several styles, and I am extremely impressed with the performance and comfort offered by Skechers. We have some unexpected and exciting ideas that fans will love.”
- Don't go! Via a tweet by Jon Morosi:
Raul Ibañez, long viewed as a candidate for the #SFGiants managerial vacancy, will be considered by the #Cubs, as well. Has big-market experience as a player, front-office background with #Dodgers, and is an exceptional communicator in English and Spanish. @MLBNetwork @MLB— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) September 30, 2019
- Check out this giveaway from Max Muncy, via his Instagram:
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