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Initial 2022 ZiPS Projections Have Dodgers Winning NL West With Best Record

Originally published by DodgerBlue.comThe initial ZiPS projections for the 2022 season forecast the Los Angeles Dodgers finishing atop the National League West with an MLB-best 94-68 record. The analytical model takes into account player projections and playing time, then generates…

Clayton Kershaw Begrudgingly Receiving MLB Lockout Updates From Dodgers Union Representative Walker Buehler

Originally published by DodgerBlue.comThe Los Angeles Dodgers had 11 free agents the morning after the 2021 World Series concluded, and of that group, Clayton Kershaw, Corey Seager and Chris Taylor figured to be extended the $18.4 million qualifying offer for…

LeBron James Appreciative Of The Ovations He Received From Hometown Fans At All-Star Game

Originally published by LakersNation.comEven though he has left the Cleveland Cavaliers franchise on two different occasions, LeBron James remains an absolute hero in the state of Ohio. LeBron spent 11 seasons with the Cavaliers and brought the franchise its first…

Lakers News: LeBron James Emphasizes Michael Jordan’s Influence On His Career

Originally published by LakersNation.comLeBron James has further solidified his place in the Michael Jordan tier of NBA greats since joining the Los Angeles Lakers. James has won his fourth championship with the Lakers, bringing the Larry O’Brien Trophy back to…

Frank Vogel Admits Lakers Have ‘Big’ Gap To Overcome After Falling Six Games Behind Top-6

Originally published by LakersNation.comHead coach Frank Vogel faces a significant challenge in leading the Los Angeles Lakers toward a postseason appearance after entering the All-Star break as the ninth Western Conference team. L.A. won just two of the 10 games…

Lakers News: LeBron James’ Team LeBron Matches Longest Winning Streak In All-Star Game History

Originally published by LakersNation.comLos Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has again led Team LeBron to a victory in the All-Star Game, triumphing for the fifth straight year on Sunday. The four-time NBA champion secured a 163-160 win for his team…

Lakers News: James Worthy Remembers Beating Michael Jordan One-On-One While At North Caroline

Originally published by LakersNation.comJames Worthy had a chance to witness the rise of two of the greatest NBA dynasties in the league’s history: his Showtime Los Angeles Lakers and Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls. Worthy and the Lakers claimed three championships…

Dodgers Prospect Ryan Pepiot Gaining Confidence In Pitch Mix

Originally published by DodgerBlue.comLos Angeles Dodgers prospects collectively have gained national attention over the past few weeks through rankings by multiple publications, and Ryan Pepiot in particular has appeared on top lists. The right-hander was selected by the Dodgers in…

Initial 2022 ZiPS Projections Have Dodgers Winning NL West With Best Record

Originally published by DodgerBlue.comThe initial ZiPS projections for the 2022 season forecast the Los Angeles Dodgers finishing atop the National League West with an MLB-best 94-68 record. The analytical model takes into account player projections and playing time, then generates…

Justin Turner Disagrees With Alex Wood On Freddie Freeman Preference

Originally published by DodgerBlue.comAfter Freddie Freeman helped lead the Atlanta Braves to their first World Series title since 1995, the general assumption was the two parties would quickly agree to a new contract in free agency. However, Freeman was not…

Dodgers Prospect Ryan Pepiot Gaining Confidence In Pitch Mix

Originally published by DodgerBlue.comLos Angeles Dodgers prospects collectively have gained national attention over the past few weeks through rankings by multiple publications, and Ryan Pepiot in particular has appeared on top lists. The right-hander was selected by the Dodgers in…

MLB Rumors: Players Association Likely To Reject Expanded Playoffs Without Full 2022 Season

Originally published by DodgerBlue.comIn addition to MLB and the Players Association (MLBPA) needing to find common ground on economics for a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA), an array of other details must be ironed out. Chief among them are the…