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Former Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who inspired 'Fernandomania,' dead at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, the Mexican-born phenom for the Los Angeles Dodgers who inspired “Fernandomania," has died.

Dodgers legendary pitcher Valenzuela dies at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, the impetus behind "Fernandomania" while starring for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 1980s, has died at the age of 63.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Legendary Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela dies at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, known affectionately as "El Toro," has died at 63 years old. The starting pitcher led the Boys in Blue to one World Series title and still ranks amongst the franchise leaders ...

Fernando Valenzuela, Pitcher Whose Screwballs Eluded Batters, Dies at 63

The Los Angeles Dodgers star won the Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Awards in 1981, when “Fernandomania” made him a household name and filled ballparks.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

Fernando Valenzuela, Dodgers pitcher that fueled 'Fernandomania,' dies at 63

Fernando Valenzuela, the Los Angeles Dodgers pitching ace who inspired “Fernandomania” in the early 1980s, has died

Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela served as a cultural ambassador for Mexican Americans, Mexicans

For Mexicans and Mexican Americans, former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela was a beacon of hope, inspiration and pride

Sports - ABC News - October 24

Angelenos mourn Mexican-born pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who starred for the Dodgers in the 1980s

The city of Los Angeles is mourning the death of Mexican-born pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who starred for the Dodgers in the early 1980s

Sports - ABC News - October 23

Yankees vs. Dodgers World Series: 10 storylines to follow, including pitcher matchups and the other superstars

The 2024 Fall Classic gets underway Friday in Los Angeles

Sports - CBS Sports - October 25

World Series: Important matchups include Dodgers pitchers vs. Yankees 3-4 hitters, testing Freddie Freeman

New York and Los Angeles open their series Friday in Los Angeles

Sports - CBS Sports - October 25

Freddie Freeman wins Game 1 with first walk-off grand slam in World Series history

Freeman clears the bases with 2 outs in the bottom of the 10th to save LA. Fan interference on a Gleyber Torres deep ball in the 9th looms large.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 25

How Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto proved himself as one of baseball's best pitchers in World Series debut

Yamamoto, the Dodgers' $325 million righty, had a dazzling Game 2 start against the Yankees

Sports - CBS Sports - October 27

Yankees vs. Dodgers, World Series schedule 2024: Probable pitchers as New York forces Game 5

The two storied franchises are facing off for the 12th time

Sports - CBS Sports - October 30

Dodgers pitcher rips Yankees over World Series 'mismatch,' says L.A. superstars 'aren't lazy and play hard'

Joe Kelly did not pitch in the playoffs but he had some hot takes anyway

Sports - CBS Sports - November 4

Clark: Clubs 'blowing out' pitchers with max usage

Union chief Tony Clark says it is up to MLB teams to change how pitchers are being used to help reduce injuries.

Sports - ESPN - October 26

MLB free agent rankings: Top 10 starting pitchers

Here are the top 10 MLB starting pitchers set to become free agents this winter.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Early 2025 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 20 at relief pitcher shows Ryan Walker, Luke Weaver gaining value

The newcomers stand out at a position that could see a shakeup this offseason

Sports - CBS Sports - October 28

Fantasy Baseball: First mock draft for 2025 shows shortstops, starting pitchers in ample supply in Rotisserie

There's also no shortage of stolen bases

Sports - CBS Sports - October 30

Jorge Soler trade: Braves send veteran slugger to Angels for pitcher on first day of MLB offseason

The MLB offseason is officially underway

Sports - CBS Sports - October 31

Angels acquire slugger Jorge Soler from Braves for starting pitcher Griffin Canning

The Los Angeles Angels have acquired outfielder Jorge Soler from the Atlanta Braves in a trade for right-hander Griffin Canning

Sports - ABC News - October 31

Yankees keep pitcher Gerrit Cole on 4-year, $144 million deal he opted out of: Reports

Cole opted out of his megadeal over the weekend, but the Yankees' new deal will keep him with the team through 2029.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4

Arizona pitcher Jordan Montgomery met with GM Mike Hazen after owner’s harsh comments

It remains to be seen whether Jordan Montgomery will be part of the club in 2025, though Mike Hazen is open to the possibility.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7

Roki Sasaki is coming to MLB: Everything to know about the star Japanese pitcher | Baseball Bar-B-Cast

Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman are joined by Yuri Karasawa to talk about Roki Sasaki getting posted by the Chiba Lotte Marines, why he’s now a top free agent this offseason and which MLB teams ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 11

Seven Big SP Questions for 2025: Gerrit Cole may not be a high-end starting pitcher, but he's still valuable

Plus, what to do with four big-name pitchers returning from double-Tommy John

Sports - CBS Sports - November 13

Early 2025 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: Top 40 at starting pitcher offers only a glimpse of the position's depth

If you're wondering how I could rank a certain pitcher so low, frankly, so am I

Sports - CBS Sports - November 14

New York Yankees pitcher Luis Gil has been voted the American League Rookie of the Year

Sports - ABC News - 2 days ago

Pirates ace Paul Skenes and Yankees pitcher Luis Gil win Rookie of the Year awards

Hard-throwing Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes capped a remarkable season by winning the National League Rookie of the Year Award while Luis Gil of the New York Yankees edged Baltimore’s Colton ...

Sports - ABC News - 2 days ago

Dodgers to honor Valenzuela with patch in Series

The Dodgers will honor Fernando Valenzuela with a jersey patch in the World Series and during the 2025 season. It features his name in white and a No. 34 in blue.

Sports - ESPN - October 24

A Modest Monument to the Dodgers’ Days in Brooklyn

It would be easy to miss the plaque in a parking lot that was once Ebbets Field, but the managers of a nearby apartment complex are happy to help.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Former Sabres Defender Calls It A Career

This former Buffalo Sabres defenseman is moving on from professional hockey.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

Ohtani before Ohtani? Inside the Dodgers' Fernandomania

As Fernando Valenzuela's jersey was retired, here's a look back at the last time a player captured the nation.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Dodgers 'concerned' about Flaherty's velocity dip

Dodgers pitching coach Mark Prior said he is "moderately concerned" about Jack Flaherty's recent dip in velocity.

Sports - ESPN - October 25

The Dodgers and Yankees are ready for the starriest World Series in decades

The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees will play Major League Baseball's starriest World Series in decades

Sports - ABC News - October 25

Yankees Take On the Dodgers in Game 1 of the World Series

Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani make their Fall Classic debuts in a clash between two storied M.L.B. franchises.

Sports - The New York Times - October 25

Yankees-Dodgers is MLB's marketing Dream Series

Major League Baseball’s dream matchup is the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees in the World Series

Sports - ABC News - October 26

Dodgers tab Buehler as G3 starter in New York

Walker Buehler will start Game 3 for the Los Angeles Dodgers from Yankee Stadium on Monday night, keeping the rotation in line and setting up a bullpen day for Game 4.

Sports - ESPN - October 26

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