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Looks like Craig Kimbrel isn’t working out

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Craig KimbrelIllustration: Getty ImagesLOS ANGELES — It’s time for Dave Roberts to make a call to the bullpen.The Dodgers need a new closer.Craig Kimbrel’s first 25 appearances in a Dodger uniform haven’t gone according to plan.The Dodgers,…
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Welcome back, baseball

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We made it.Illustration: Getty ImagesI spend a lot of time here pointing out everything that’s wrong with baseball. Maybe even most of my time. And for good reason. Baseball is broken, and the latest CBA doesn’t do nearly enough to address…
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The Dodgers make it so difficult to hate them

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The Dodgers signed Andrew Toles so he will have access to health care.Image: Getty ImagesOn Tuesday the Los Angeles Dodgers re-signed Andrew Toles so that he can have access to mental health care and therapy as he battles schizophrenia.…
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Yes, the Fall Stars Game is a big deal

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The Dodgers’ Bobby Miller will play in the AFL Fall Stars Game.Image: APSince the game’s inception in 2006, the Fall Stars Game has been a showcase for upcoming Major League Baseball talent. Cody Bellinger, Pete Alonso, Vlad Guerrero Jr.,…
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Of course it’s going back to Atlanta

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Chris Taylor smacked a home run off Dylan Lee in the Dodgers 11-2 win over Atlanta.Image: Getty ImagesI’m going to get out ahead of this and just condemn the Braves. I know what happens now, because my motherfuck skills have risen to a…
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The NLCS has actual action

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Dansby Swanson and Ozzie Albies celebrate interesting baseball.Image: Getty ImagesI always fear that when fans of a sport complain about a lack of “offense” they never really understand what the real problem is. The problem, usually, is…