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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 29
State Of California Establishes Fernando Valenzuela Day Every Nov. 1
The state of California has declared Nov. 1 as “Fernando Valenzuela Day,” which coincides with the late Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher’s birthday. Valenzuela passed away last October at the age 63, just three days before the Dodgers faced the New York Yankees in Game 1 of the 2024 World Series.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / August 14
40 years ago tomorrow: Terry Whitfield beats the Braves 
Forty years ago Friday, the Dodgers were about to finish off a homestand, and surging atop the National League West, having won six games in a row. The last three of those wins were against the fifth-place Braves, and Thursday, August 15, 1985 was the finale of a four-game series at Dodger Stadium.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 12
Giants Announcer Shares Unexpected Dodgers Confession Amid NL West Race
Between his seven seasons pitching for the San Francisco Giants and the decades he’s spent calling their games, Mike Krukow has seen enough of the Los Angeles Dodgers to last a lifetime.
The 'MLB four-home run games' quiz
How many of the 19 Major League Baseball players in the Live Ball-Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Dodgers Broadcaster Offers Compelling Reason for Dodgers' Strong Attendance
The Dodgers lead the major leagues in attendance again through the early months of the 2025 season, and it isn't close. At 50,275 fans per game, the Dodgers are on track to set a franchise record for single-season attendance.
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 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 / March 30
2024 Dodgers World Series Ring Design Includes Fernando Valenzuela Tribute
The Los Angeles Dodgers organization lost a beloved member of their community in Fernando Valenzuela prior to their matchup against the New York Yankees in the 2024 World Series.
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.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 4
Watch: Dodgers Legend Fernando Valenzuela Drone Show During 2025 Caribbean Series
The Los Angeles Dodgers, people of Southern California and Mexico, and the entire baseball world suffered a great loss with the passing of the legendary Fernando Valenzuela last October.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 2
New Fernando Valenzuela Mural Painted In Mexico
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost a franchise icon this past October when Fernando Valenzuela passed away at the age of 63. The Dodgers honored Valenzuela before Game 1 of the 2024 World Series with a tribute video and special mariachi performance.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / December 2
This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Named 1981 National League Rookie Of The Year
On December 2, 1981, Fernando Valenzuela was named the National League Cy Young Award winner, becoming the third consecutive Los Angeles Dodgers player to earn the yearly honor following Steve Howe in 1980 and Rick Sutcliffe in 1979.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 18
Where To Find Dodgers World Series Mural With Freddie Freeman, Shohei Ohtani & Fernando Valenzuela
The Los Angeles Dodgers capped off one of the most memorable seasons in franchise history by defeating the New York Yankees to capture their eighth World Series title.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 13
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
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 24
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.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / October 24
Dodgers to wear patch in memory of Fernando Valenzuela
The Los Angeles Dodgers will honor franchise great Fernando Valenzuela with a jersey patch in the World Series and during the 2025 season. The team unveiled the patch on Thursday -- a circular design with a black background, his name in white and a large No.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Total Apex Sports / October 23
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
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
Legendary Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela passes away
Valenzuela played with the Dodgers for 10 years and won a championship with Los Angeles during his stellar rookie campaign in 1981.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / October 23
Legendary Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela dies at 63
Fernando Valenzuela, who sparked a fan phenomenon known as Fernandomania as a rookie and evolved into a legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher, died Tuesday evening at age 63.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23
Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela dead at 63
The Dodgers announced the news of Valenzuela’s death via their X account on Tuesday. They did not add any details regarding the circumstances of the late pitcher’s death.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / October 2
Fernando Valenzuela leaves Dodgers broadcasts for health reasons
Los Angeles Dodgers icon Fernando Valenzuela is stepping away from the team's radio broadcasts for the remainder of the playoffs "to focus on his health.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2
Fernando Valenzuela steps away from Dodgers broadcasts
The Los Angeles Dodgers announced Wednesday that team legend and Spanish-language radio broadcaster Fernando Valenzuela is stepping away from his duties for the remainder of the season.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 1
Dodgers legend reportedly hospitalized with health issues
Los Angeles Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela is reportedly dealing with some health issues.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 29
Fernando Valenzuela Steps Away From Dodgers’ Spanish-Language Broadcast Team
The Los Angeles Dodgers have talented broadcast teams for both television and radio, including a Spanish-language crew that features legendary pitcher Fernando Valenzuela.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 26
Dodgers' Fernando Valenzuela Abruptly Exits Broadcast Booth: Report
Fernando Valenzuela, the legendary Dodgers pitcher who became a beloved broadcaster, has reportedly stepped away from the team’s Spanish-language broadcast booth indefinitely, according to Bill Plunkett of the Southern California News Group.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / August 11, 2023
The Hall of Fame argument for Fernando Valenzuela as Dodgers finally retire his number
The "Fame" part of the title is sometimes just as important as any set of on-field numbers. For the better part of the 1980s, there was nobody in baseball more famous or impactful than Valenzuela.
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