Seems strange to characterize the Dodgers 2021 season as disappointing, considering they won 106 regular-season games and advanced to the National League Championship Series. But “Good is not good when better is expected,” as Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully so eloquently said. The Dodgers were the overwhelming favorites to repeat as World Champions in […]
(Read More)Archive for November, 2021
Congratulations to the Atlanta Braves
As painful as it is for us to do, the entire staff at ThinkBlueLA.com sends our heartiest congratulations to the Atlanta Braves – team that took our beloved Dodgers out and beat the much-hated Houston Astros in the 2021 World Series. It was a well-deserved win and we thank you (and the much-hated Houston Astros) […]
(Read More)A Sign of Things to Come in MLB?
On Sunday afternoon, MLB Trade Rumors reported (via Twitter) that 29-year-old Kansas City Royals first baseman / outfielder Ryan McBroom had requested unconditional release waivers from the team so that he could pursue a career with a professional team in Asia. Although the report did not indicate where McBroom would be signing, likely landing spots […]
(Read More)Kelly Return Unlikely In 2022
It was being reported on Sunday evening that the Dodgers are planning to pay 33-year-old right-hander Joe Kelly a $4 million buyout rather than pick up his $12 million club option for the 2022 season. According to LA Times Dodgers beat writer Jorge Castillo (subscription required), Kelly’s late-season right biceps strain which caused him to […]
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