Los Angeles Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers' Takashi Saito Named Winner of the Major League Baseball Delivery Man of the Month Award for August
09/07/2007 -- Takashi Saito of the Los Angeles Dodgers was selected as the winner of the "DHL Presents the Major League Baseball Delivery Man of the Month Award" for August, it was announced today. This officially-sanctioned Major League Baseball (MLB) award recognizes the most outstanding relief pitcher during each month of the regular season. » read more »
Los Angeles Dodgers Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Los Angeles Dodgers and partner Aeromexico will participate in the two largest Los Angeles area celebrations
» read more »Houston Astros Interview Logan White for GM Position
Los Angeles Dodgers assistant GM visits with club about vacancy
09/07/2007, HOUSTON -- The Houston Astros today interviewed Los Angeles Dodgers Assistant General Manager Logan White for the club's vacant general manager position. » read more »
Los Angeles Dodgers' Derek Lowe Named Recipient of the 2007 Roberto Clemente Award
Los Angeles Dodger pitcher Derek Lowe one of 30 finalists for the national 2007 Roberto Clemente Award
» read more »San Francisco Giants Open Six-Game Homestand Sept. 7
Strike Out Violence Day, Family Safety Day, and Coca-Cola Toy Drive highlight six-game homestand
09/05/2007, SAN FRANCISCO -- The San Francisco Giants return home to AT&T Park to start a six-game homestand against the Los Angeles Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks. The division rival Los Angeles Dodgers come in for a three-game weekend set, September 7-9. Eric Byrnes and Brandon Webb lead the Arizona Diamondbacks into town for a three-game stint, September 10-12. » read more »
Hank Blalock's Grand Slam Lifts Texas Rangers Over Los Angeles Angels
03 September 2007 (VOA Sports) -- Slugger Hank Blalock hit a go-ahead grand slam in the eighth inning to lead the Texas Rangers to an 8-7 win Sunday over the Los Angeles Angels in a key Major League Baseball contest.
Hank Blalock's fifth career bases-loaded home run gave the Rangers an 8-5 lead. The American League West division-leading Angels pulled to within a run of tying the game in the ninth inning, and had the bases loaded when Garret Anderson struck out looking to end the game. » read more »
Rookie Boston Red Sox Pitcher Clay Buchholz Tosses No-Hitter
02 September 2007 (VOA Sports) -- Rookie Boston Red Sox pitcher Clay Buchholz threw a no-hitter in just his second major league start, giving Boston a 10-0 win over the Baltimore Orioles.
Hours after being called up from the minor leagues Saturday, the 23-year-old Clay Buchholz baffled the Baltimore Oriole batters.
He becomes the 21st rookie ever to toss a no-hitter, and just the third since 1900 to accomplish the feat in his first or second career start. » read more »
Upcoming Los Angeles Angels Events during Homestand Aug. 31 - Sept. 9
08/31/2007 -- Friday, August 31 - vs. Rangers, 7:05 pm
Television: FSN West
Radio: ESPN 710 & AM 830 (Español)
Donated Tickets
Each home game Vladimir Guerrero provides the opportunity for local charities and youth groups to attend an Angels game by donating tickets in Vlad's Pad (Section 238, Rows B-E; Section 239, Rows S (1-14) &T (1-13). The following charities received tickets for Monday, August 31:
• Orangewood Children's Home, St. Vincent De Paul Society, Full of Faith Christian Center, La Casita
Angels Baseball Foundation Field Renovation » read more »
Esteban Loaiza Claimed on Waivers by Los Angeles Dodgers
Oakland A's select Colby Lewis from Sacramento
08/29/2007, OAKLAND -- The Oakland A's today announced that right-handed pitcher Esteban Loaiza has been claimed on waivers by the Los Angeles Dodgers. To take his spot on the roster, the Oakland A's have selected right-handed pitcher Colby Lewis from Triple-A Sacramento. » read more »
Los Angeles Dodgers Claim Esteban Loaiza Off Waivers
08/29/2007, LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Dodgers announced today that they have claimed two-time All-Star right-handed pitcher Esteban Loaiza off waivers from the Oakland Athletics, according to Dodger General Manager Ned Colletti. To make room for Esteban Loaiza on the 40-man roster, outfielder Jason Repko was transferred to the 60-day disabled list. » read more »
Los Angeles Dodgers Unveil Next Phase of Renovations to Dodger Stadium
Improvements includes doubling the number of concession stands and restrooms
» read more »San Francisco Giants Acquire Infielder Travis Denker from Los Angeles Dodgers
Trade completes Mark Sweeney trade
08/26/2007, SAN FRANCISCO -- The San Francisco Giants have acquired 22-year-old second baseman Travis Denker from the Los Angeles Dodgers as the player to be named later in the Aug. 9 trade that sent infielder Mark Sweeney to Los Angeles, club Senior Vice President and General Manager Brian Sabean announced today. » read more »
Los Angeles Dodgers Sign David Wells
08/24/2007, LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Dodgers announced today that they have signed free agent left-handed pitcher David Wells to a contract for the remainder of the 2007 season, according to Dodger General Manager Ned Colletti. To make room for Wells, the Los Angeles Dodgers designated right-hander Brett Tomko for assignment.
"David is an established veteran and has a long track record of success," said Colletti. "He's a true competitor who has pitched well down the stretch numerous times and we believe he can do so again this season." » read more »
Salsa Star Oscar D'Leon, Bachata Icon Luis Vargas to Perform at New York Mets' Fiesta Latina
- New York Mets' Fiesta Latina postgame concert Friday, Aug. 24 at Shea
- Players to wear "Los Mets" jerseys in celebration of "Fiesta Latina"
08/20/2007, FLUSHING, N.Y -- The Mets and Vidal Cedeño Management today announced that music superstars Oscar D'Leon and Luis Vargas will perform at "Fiesta Latina" this Friday, August 24th at Shea Stadium following the Mets' 7:10 p.m. game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. » read more »
Philadelphia Phillies Place Cole Hamels on DL, Activate Shane Victorino
08/22/2007 -- Lefthander Cole Hamels was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a mild left elbow strain and outfielder Shane Victorino was activated from the DL, the Philadelphia Phillies announced today.
Cole Hamels, who was scheduled to start tonight's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park, underwent an MRI earlier today which showed no structural or ligament damage. His DL stint is backdated to August 17, making him eligible to return on September 1. » read more »