Dodger Thinking Men

OFFICIAL Account of the Los Angeles Dodgers Thinking Men. Bringing you the news before the mainstream media does.

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BREAKING NEWS: The Los Angeles #Dodgers Have Acquired 2018 AL MVP Mookie Betts from the Boston #RedSox.

In Exchange, the #Dodgers will be Sending out Alex Verdugo along with two other prospects, multiple sources tell DTM.

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Dodgers expected to draft a pitcher with their first selection in this years draft. Pitching depth in the lower levels of the minors is an area of need.

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After tonight’s loss, Michael Conforto, known this year for his ability to hit vs lefties, was seen giving Ohtani a few coaching tips in the batting cage. Ohtani now up to a 45% strikeout rate vs lefties in his playoff career.

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Earlier today Michael Conforto was seen in catchers gear working with the pitching staff. Might be trying to improve his versatility to impact postseason roster with current catching situation.

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Say what you want about Dave Roberts’ managerial chops, but he is an absolute gentleman that knows how to make beat reporters feel alive.

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James Outman left the stadium, apparently forgetting there was a second game to be played. Rookie mistake.

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When I asked Dave Roberts if any discipline would follow, he replied “we don’t really do discipline here, but this was an egregious mistake”.

While pouring us two small glasses of Irish whiskey, he confirmed to me personally that Outman will be out of the lineup for game 2.

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BREAKING: The Los Angeles #Dodgers have acquired RHP Jack Flaherty from the St. Louis #Cardinals in exchange for Minor League OF Jose Ramos and 2 other lower-level prospects. #TradeDeadline #Baseball

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@MORETHENAVISUAL Nothing contrary to out previous reports. Hearing Nationals were hesitant to make blockbuster deals with powerhouse #Dodgers multiple years in a row.

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@dochallywood81 Well we try to not report on such matters until it reaches that certain tipping point. We will keep you updated, but from what we’ve heard, we are optimistic you will see good news soon…

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@AAmezola24 Ofc 🤗

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@AAmezola24 They’re*

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(Graphic via @GrantGoldberg)

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Deal expected to be announced tomorrow morning. Our very own @GrantGoldberg put together a visual of what’s to come.

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Some massive #NFL news to report: The Las Vegas #Raiders are expected to hire former Michigan HC Jim Harbaugh as their new Head Coach, multiple team officials tell DTM.

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Sources state that the recent political turmoil in LA, and the recent spike in crime, made Seager and Scherzer's decision to leave quite easy.

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#Dodgers made a sizeable offer and thought they were close before the #Mets jumped in and blew them out of the water. One rival executive said of the deal, "It reeks of desperation."

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The #Dodgers are extremely optimistic they will reach agreements with free agents Corey Seager and Max Scherzer before the lockout begins on Dec. 1 at 8:59 p.m. Deals could be agreed to later today or tomorrow with physicals taking place on Nov. 30 or early Dec. 1.

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#BREAKING: The #Lakers plan to move on from head coach Frank Vogel, after their current east coast road trip is concluded.