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It's a whole new managerial world for Dodgers' Joe Torre
From the time the Dodgers opened spring training, Joe Torre said he knew his move to Los Angeles would require him to work more than he had in the past -- and it wasn't only because of the lessons he would have ...
Zito slows down Dodgers in Giants' win
Despite their fourth loss in 19 games, the Dodgers ' magic number for clinching the division crown was reduced to six because of Arizona's 3-2 loss at Colorado.
Two weeks after trailing the D-backs by 4 1/2 games in the National League West, the Dodgers entered play Sunday leading by 4 1/2 games and looking for a sweep of the Rockies.
Dodgers' Ardoin worried about Gustav
It's not easy preparing for a Gulf Coast hurricane, especially when you're in the Arizona desert.
Dodgers visit soldiers at Walter Reed
A contingent of Dodgers visited wounded soldiers at Walter Reed Army Medical Center before Wednesday's game against the Nationals.
The gag's on Dodgers if they don't make playoffs
PHILADELPHIA -- I'm worried about Joe Torre Joe Torre . This is no time to sound clueless, the Dodgers going flat against the Phillies again, the manager asked what he might say to his team, and Torre appearing ...
Russell Martin never wants to rest
Joe Torre is already well versed in the dilemma that confronted predecessor Grady Little this time of year with Russell Martin .
Rockies win fifth in a row, still eight back
The 2008 Rockies, as disappointing as they've been, just refuse to die. After an awful homestand that had me contemplating the Rockies' obituary for the season, the Rockies decided to play the string out as ...
Eager Kershaw Learning From Maddux
Rookie Clayton Kershaw is expected to benefit from the enlightening conversations he has begun having with Greg Maddux.
Dodgers make four errors in 4-3 loss to Rockies
Versatility is a virtue in Joe Torre's clubhouse. It's allowed the Dodgers manager to mix and match in his lineups, sitting the struggling, resting the ailing and covering up for the injured.
Dodgers' backup catcher gives up his number to Greg Maddux
Backup catcher Danny Ardoin walked into the clubhouse Tuesday to unexpectedly find a jersey with No.
Penny's worth evident in Dodgers' win
The Dodgers will have to wait a little longer to find out whether Brad Penny is still capable of giving them what he once routinely gave them, back when he was a two-time All-Star and one of the National ...
Cooper sets goal of 90 wins for Astros
Cecil Cooper has upped the ante. The Astros manager said shortly after the All-Star break that he'd like to win 88 games this season, enough to keep Houston playing in October.
The Dodgers have been without Brad Penny for most of the season, be it metaphorically or literally .
Zito's one bad frame sinks Giants
The Giants' woes at home against the Dodgers continued Friday night as the team fell, 6-2, in front of 40,142 at AT&T Park.
Jason Schmit's return is a 'longshot'
ST. LOUIS -- Jason Schmidt is expected to throw a bullpen session this week as part of a late effort to be part of the Dodgers' playoff push, but Manager Joe Torre admitted Thursday that it would be a ...
Ardoin knows Coors Field pitching key
There is a mental approach to pitching in Coors Field that most visiting pitchers just don't get.
Ardoin knows Coors Field pitching key
There is a mental approach to pitching in Coors Field that most visiting pitchers just don't get.
BASEBALL Kuroda tosses four-hitter
Hiroki Kuroda was so good that Derrek Lee broke his bat in frustration at home plate after striking out in the seventh.