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Fernando Valenzuela had one of the most remarkable rookies seasons of all-time as ‘Fernandomania’ quickly spread throughout Dodger Stadium and helped create a new generation of Los Angeles Dodgers fans.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 16

Watch: Reggie Smith Legends Of Dodger Baseball Ceremony

Reggie Smith was formally inducted as the 10th member of the Legends of Dodger Baseball during a ceremony at Dodger Stadium. Smith joined Don Newcombe

Athletics News / Dodger Blue / June 29

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Matches Dave Stewart By Throwing No-Hitter

Fernando Valenzuela threw a no-hitter for the Los Angeles Dodgers on June 29, 1990, fulfilling a prediction of sorts in the process. Roughly 30 minutes prior to first pitch at Dodger Stadium, Oakland Athletics right-hander Dave Stewart completed a no-hitter against the Toronto Blue Jays.

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The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz

The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 17

Shohei Ohtani Accomplishing Dodgers Feat Not Seen Since Fernando Valenzuela

The Los Angeles Dodgers have featured some of the best pitchers in baseball throughout the history of the franchise. From Sandy Koufax to Clayton Kershaw, there has been no shortage of talent on the mound for the Dodgers.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / May 14

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Starts 1981 Season 8-0

Fernando Valenzuela improved to 8-0 with an eighth consecutive complete game to begin the 1981 season on this day in Los Angeles Dodgers history. His start against the Montreal Expos on May 14, 1981, came in front of what was the largest crowd at Dodger Stadium in seven years.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 28

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Sets MLB Record With 41 Consecutive Scoreless Innings

On April 28, 1985, Los Angeles Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela made baseball history by setting an MLB record with 41 consecutive scoreless innings to begin a season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 27

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Pitches 4th Shutout To Start 1981 Season

Fernando Valenzuela added to what quickly was shaping to be an impressive rookie season with the Los Angeles Dodgers by logging a complete game and his fourth shutout of the year on April 27, 1981.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 9

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Makes Opening Day Start; Leo Durocher Suspended

On April 9, 1981, the Los Angeles Dodgers, led by manager Tommy Lasorda, began their season with high expectations. The Dodgers wound up meeting those, going on to defeat the New York Yankees in six games to win the 1981 World Series.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 5

Fernando Valenzuela Jr. Honored Before Team Mexico Exhibition Game

The Los Angeles Dodgers had a wrinkle in their Spring Training schedule on Wednesday as they faced Team Mexico in an exhibition game that did not count toward the Cactus League standings.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 19

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Becomes First Player To Earn $1 Million Through Arbitration

On Feb. 19, 1983, Fernando Valenzuela became the first player to be awarded a $1 million salary through the arbitration process with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 7

Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela Falls Short For Baseball Hall Of Fame In Contemporary Era Committee Voting

The wait continues for Los Angeles Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela, who fell short in voting for induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame by through the Contemporary Era ballot.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 8

Bonds, Clemens learn fate as new Hall Fame member announced

Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens learn fate as new Hall Fame member announced

Bonds, Clemens, Gary Sheffield and Fernando Valenzuela each received less than five votes and are not eligible to be voted on in the next cycle, meaning this group must wait until 2031 to be considered again.

Former Giants star, NL MVP Jeff Kent finally gets his due with HOF election

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The 'N.L. home run leaders since 1994' quiz

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / December 5

Former Dodgers Pitcher to Consider Fernando Valenzuela For Hall of Fame Induction

Fernando Valenzuela's next chance for Hall of Fame induction arrives Sunday, when a 16-member committee will meet to induct up to three players from the latest Contemporary Era ballot.

MLB News / Just Baseball / November 30

The 2025 MLB Winter Meetings: Everything You Need To Know

Technically, the 2025-26 MLB offseason began almost a month ago, but the action is only just getting started. Four notable free agents accepted qualifying offers, and a few more – including, Josh Naylor, Dylan Cease, and Ryan Helsley – have signed multi-year deals.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 12

Former Dodgers Jeff Kent, Gary Sheffield & Fernando Valenzuela On Contemporary Baseball Era Hall Of Fame Ballot

Former Los Angeles Dodgers Jeff Kent, Gary Sheffield and Fernando Valenzuela are part of the eight-person ballot that will be considered by the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee for election into the Baseball Hall of Fame for the class of 2026.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 13, 2024

Fernando Valenzuela’s cause of death is revealed

Several weeks after Fernando Valenzuela’s death, some details are emerging.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / November 13, 2024

Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela‘a Cause of Death Has Been Revealed

Legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela died of septic shock, according to his death certificate. Valenzuela passed away last month at 63, and TMZ obtained his death certificate on Tuesday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 12, 2024

Fernando Valenzuela’s cause of death officially revealed

Former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela died of septic shock, according to his death certificate, which TMZ obtained on Tuesday. The Medical

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 24, 2024

Dodgers announce Fernando Valenzuela tribute for World Series and 2025 season

Expect an emotional scene for Game 1 of the World Series as the baseball world celebrates the life and legacy of Fernando Valenzuela.

Dodgers-Yankees World Series performance capped Fernando Valenzuela's iconic 1981 season

Why Yankees-Dodgers is exactly the World Series that MLB wanted

Scout offers Yankees-Dodgers assessments ahead of World Series Game 1

25 MLB legends who made their names in the postseason

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Total Apex Sports / October 23, 2024

Baseball Remembers Los Angeles Dodgers Great Fernando Valenzuela 63

Pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who ushered in “Fernandoamania” when he broke into Major League Baseball (MLB) with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1981, has passed away at age 63.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / October 23, 2024

Dodgers-Yankees World Series performance capped Fernando Valenzuela's iconic 1981 season

Baseball lost a legend on Tuesday. Former Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, who became the only player in MLB history to win Rookie of the Year and the Cy Young Award in the same season in 1981, died at 63, three days before Game 1 of the 2024 World Series between the Dodgers and Yankees.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / October 23, 2024