Dodgers 2019 Roster: A Few Random Thoughts on Starting Rotation Depth

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For the first time in a number of years, the starting rotation of the Dodgers appears to be set even before pitchers and catchers return to the clubhouse at Camelback Ranch.

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Despite Criticism, Dodgers Are in Solid Position for 2019 Season

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Happy February everyone! We’ve finally made it to the month where there are some signs of baseball life again. Dodgers pitchers and catchers report in a few weeks, and I don’t know about you, but this has seemed like the longest off-season in awhile.

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Remembering Jackie Robinson & the 1953 Brooklyn Dodgers

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(Editor’s note: To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the legendary Jackie Robinson’s birth, we decided to put this story together about all the greatness surrounding the 1953 Brooklyn Dodgers. There was some previous TBPC content used in this story.)

While I was never exceptiponally familiar with the history of the 1953 Brooklyn Dodgers, I couldn’t help but start digging into the history books a little during the team’s 2017 season, when the modern-day Boys in Blue were constantly being compared to the exalted squad from more than 65 years ago.

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Recalling 5 of the Worst Trades in Recent Dodgers History

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Since officially moving to Los Angeles in 1958, many player trades occurred that were instrumental in winning 11 National League pennants and five World Series championships. However, along with the deals that were beneficial came the deals that were dreadful. Consequently, people often wonder what may have transpired if a number of these trades could have been undone.

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Dodgers Roster: Dave Roberts Believes 2019 Outfield Is ‘Set’

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While many fans of the Dodgers continue to express their disappointment over the team’s spending this winter, skipper Dave Roberts remains upbeat, especially after the acquisition of center fielder A.J. Pollock last week.

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3 Dodgers Predictions Sure to Come True in 2019

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With the trades and signings perhaps appearing to be all wrapped up for the Dodgers, let’s look ahead to the season and find some conjecture and predictions for 2019.

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Dodgers Prospect Watch: Keeping an Eye on Righty Pitcher Braydon Fisher

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Continuing along with our winter prospect profiles, we dip into the surplus of young starting pitchers lurking in the lower levels of the Dodgers‘ farm.

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Overall, It’s Been a Very Productive Winter for the Dodgers

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Even if the Dodgers are finished making any significant roster moves for the winter, it’s safe to say that things have indeed turned out quite well for the team, at least as far as player personnel goes.

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How A.J. Pollock Impacts the Dodgers’ Prospective 2019 Lineups

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Yesterday, the Dodgers finally signed another outfielder. To many fans’ chagrin, however, it was not Bryce Harper, and was instead A.J. Pollock.

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Dodgers Sign A.J. Pollock to Multi-Year Deal

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The Dodgers on Thursday morning signed free-agent outfielder A.J. Pollock to a multi-year contract, according to multiple sources.

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