The Dodgers had a great week that was just short of being phenomenal. They went 4-2 against the Cubs, Giants, and Rockies, hitting .286, scoring 28 runs and allowing just 12, posting a 2.17 ERA. Home runs this week include: Andre Ethier (7), Juan Rivera (2), Mark Ellis (1) and Juan Uribe (1). It was a bit odd for a week to have taken place with no Matt Kemp long-ball.
The team’s pythagorean theorem for the week’s performance shows a season-long projection of 113-49, a differential of +34 from last week, a pace you’d like to see them keep up.
Game Recaps:
Another meltdown by Javy Guerra would lead to another coughed away game, this time to the Cubs as the Dodgers fell 4-3.
A new era with Magic Johnson and GBM began with a bang, as the Dodgers stymied the Giants 9-1.
Breaks didn’t come their way in Game 2 though, as the Giants were able to double-up the Dodgers 2-1.
A worrysome start was overcome quickly as the Dodgers disposed of their rivals once again, 6-2.
The 49-year old Jamie Moyer was no match for the Dodgers on Friday night as they lit he and the Rockies up en route to a 7-3 victory.
A great performance by Aaron Harang aided the Dodgers to the point where Tony Gwynn, Jr. would drive in the second (and winning) run in a 2-1 victory.
Site Stories:
Jonathan took a look at Bobby Parnell, and wondered if a package deal with the Mets could happen.
Power Rankings punished the Dodgers after seeing the team flounder for the week that was.
DodgersNation.com was on location at Monday’s game. Jonathan shared some of the stories, giving his approval of what he saw.
Michael checked in with the rest of the division, stating the obvious: The Dodgers have it easy, and must take full advantage.
Josh Lindblom gave a speech at City of Hope, and threw out the first pitch of the ceremony.
Another honorary doctorate degree was bestowed upon legendary manager Tommy Lasorda, this time by Marymount College.
Jonathan delves into the touchy subject of perhaps trading Andre Ethier for an ace having a down year.
Jerry Hairston, Jr. dazzled many with his ever-so-gutsy play, and disappointed more by going on the DL this week. Getting called up was Justin Sellers.
Aaron Miles decided to return to the Dodgers and will report to extended Spring Training to train.
Mother’s Day festivities were announced.
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