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Post by Admin on Oct 19, 2020 6:15:21 GMT
The Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 4-3 in a pivotal Game 7 of the National League Championship series Sunday. The team will now go head-to-head with the Tampa Bay Rays when the World Series starts Tuesday in in Arlington, Texas, at the newly-opened Globe Life Field. This is the 20th World Series appearance in the storied history of the Dodgers franchise. The Dodgers will now have represented the National League in the World Series in three of the last four years. The Dodgers have won the World Series six times, with the last championship coming in 1988. This is Tampa Bay's second World Series appearance in franchise history, with the other coming in 2008. The Rays defeated the Houston Astros 4-2 in Game 7 Saturday night in San Diego's Petco Park.  |
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Post by Admin on Nov 18, 2020 6:06:36 GMT
Dodgers slugging outfielder Cody Bellinger underwent surgery to repair his dislocated right shoulder, the team announced Tuesday. According to the Dodgers, Bellinger should be fully recovered in 10 weeks or so -- i.e., in time for the anticipated start of spring training.
Bellinger suffered the injury while celebrating a key home run he hit in Game 7 of the NLCS against the Braves:
At about the 0:33 mark, Bellinger undertakes a celebratory forearm smash with teammate Enrique Hernandez, and the force of it popped Bellinger's shoulder out of socket. Fortunately, Bellinger was able to continue playing through the Dodgers' triumph over the Rays in the World Series.
Bellinger, now 25, had a bit of a disappointing season in 2020, as he put up an OPS+ of 113 with 12 home runs in 56 games. That's solid production, especially for a plus-fielding center fielder, but it's a steep decline from the heights Bellinger reached during his NL MVP campaign of 2019. The Dodgers are now doubt hoping he can once again find that level in 2021, and perhaps he will given a more normal run-up to the regular season.
If nothing else, don't be surprised if Bellinger's home run celebrations are a bit more muted and pragmatic in the future -- like, say, this celebration after the homer he hit in Game 1 of the World Series:
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Post by Admin on Nov 19, 2020 4:14:35 GMT
Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Cody Bellinger underwent surgery Tuesday to repair the right shoulder he dislocated celebrating a home run in Game 7 of the National League Championship Series.
The procedure was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, according to the Dodgers, who said Bellinger will start rehabbing in Arizona next week and should be ready for spring training.
Bellinger's shoulder popped out of place when he bashed forearms in celebration with teammate Kike Hernandez after hitting a seventh-inning home run -- one of four he hit during the postseason -- in the Dodgers' 4-3, series-clinching win against the Atlanta Braves.
Bellinger, 25, said team doctors popped it back into place "real quick" and he returned to center field to finish the game. He did not miss any games and played in the World Series as the Dodgers won the championship against the Tampa Bay Rays.
He hit 12 home runs this season, finishing with a .239 batting average and 30 RBIs.
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Post by Admin on Jun 24, 2021 18:55:30 GMT
Cody Bellinger Returns - Backstage Dodgers Season 8 (2021) Cody Bellinger returns from the injured list, Alex Wood and Jake McGee receive their World Series rings and more in this episode of Backstage Dodgers. The Los Angeles Dodgers franchise, with seven World Series championships and 24 National League pennants since its beginnings in Brooklyn in 1890, is committed to a tradition of pride and excellence. The Dodgers are dedicated to supporting a culture of winning baseball, providing a first-class, fan-friendly experience at Dodger Stadium, and building a strong partnership with the community. With the highest cumulative fan attendance in Major League Baseball history, and a record of breaking barriers, the Dodgers are one of the most cherished sports franchises in the world. Visit Website: dodgers.com Get tickets: dodgers.com/ticketsOfficial Dodgers Merchandise: mlb.mlb.com/shopDownload MLB.com At Bat: mlb.mlb.com/mobile/atbat |
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Post by Admin on Jun 27, 2021 4:11:32 GMT
Cody Bellinger comes up CLUTCH and crushes a walk-off HR!
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