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Before the season -- well, at least after Manny Ramirez was re-signed -- the book on the Dodgers was that the lineup would be fantastic, but that the rotation could present a problem. It hasn't been a problem for at least the last couple of days as Clayton Kershaw was dominant last night, striking out 13 in seven innings of work, walking only one and deserving a better fate than the no-decision he earned. Chad Billingsly was just as good on Monday, and between them, Kershaw and Billingsley pitched 14 innings, struck out 24, walked only one guy and have given up only two runs on six hits in the past two games.
Dodgers starters are third in the NL in ERA and third in pitching overall, and there is no question that this team is going to score some runs. Right now Los Angeles is tied for first with a Padres team that will inevitably fade given their dearth of talent and depth. Given that the other would-be challengers in the division look like utter basket cases, the allegedly up-for-grabs NL West may be anything but in relatively short order.
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GO DODGERS!!!!! Once Manny awakens his swing, then we will be crushing the competition....... "BLEEDING DODGER BLUE ALL DAY EVERY DAY"
You guys in LA will see soon enough what Manny is made of. He's already talking about Cleveland, and the season has just begun. I loved Manny when he was in Boston, but he let us and the Red Sox down. Nothing new here, but good luck with Manny.
If him dragging Boston to two championships is what you consider being let down, then count me in, thanks.
If Manny returns to the Indians next year, that's fine. I'll tip my imaginary cap to him, and wish him luck.
Pitching and defense will win for the Dodgers. Even with Kuroda temporarily
on the shelf, this team has the potential to run away with the west and be
a difficult opponent in the playoffs and possibly the World Series.
Manny Manny, so what.. he can go anytime. is not my money.. i hope he get a hair cut...
It most likely would have been 3 world series championships if Senor Ramirez didn't punk out on his team last year. Bill James might say Manny is a great hitter but as a human being: not so much.