The Los Angeles Dodgers are a professional baseball team based in Los Angeles, California. They are a member of Major League Baseball’s National League (NL) West Division. The franchise was established in 1883 in Brooklyn, New York, and was known as the Brooklyn Dodgers. In 1958, the team relocated to Los Angeles and became the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The Dodgers play their home games at Dodger Stadium, one of the most iconic and historic ballparks in MLB. Dodger Stadium is located in the Elysian Park neighborhood of Los Angeles and has been the team’s home since 1962.
The team’s colors are royal blue and white, and their logo features a scripted “Dodgers” with a baseball underneath it.
The Dodgers have a storied history and are considered one of the most successful franchises in baseball history. They have won a total of six World Series championships, with titles in 1955, 1959, 1963, 1965, 1981, and most recently in 2020.
The team has been home to many legendary players, including Jackie Robinson, who broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball in 1947, and Sandy Koufax, one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history.
In recent years, the Dodgers have been a dominant force in baseball, consistently making the playoffs and contending for World Series titles. They are known for their strong player development system and savvy front office that has helped build competitive teams year after year.
The Dodgers have a dedicated and passionate fan base in Los Angeles and are an integral part of the city’s sports culture. They continue to be a powerhouse in Major League Baseball and strive to bring more championships to the City of Angels.
– Released 1988
Fernando Valenzuela was a pitcher for the Dodgers from 1980-1990. He is the only pitcher to ever win the Cy Young and the Rookie of the Year award in the same season. (1981) He appeared in 6 allstar games and won a world series with the Dodgers as well. Valenzuela had a career ERA of 3.54 and won 173 games while striking out 2,074 hitters.