History of Los Angeles Dodgers in Timeline
The Los Angeles Dodgers are a Major League Baseball team, established in 1883 in Brooklyn, New York, and now based in Los Angeles. They are a member of the National League West Division. As the Brooklyn Dodgers, they developed a rivalry with the New York Yankees, facing them seven times in the World Series and winning their first title in 1955. The Dodgers are also known for Jackie Robinson breaking the baseball color line in 1947, and Don Newcombe becoming the first player to win both the Cy Young Award and NL MVP in 1956.
1900: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 1900, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
1901: Franchise attendance history
In 2007, the Dodgers management announced that total franchise attendance, dating back to 1901, had reached 175 million, a record for all professional sports.
1914: Wilbert Robinson Manages the Team
In 1914, Wilbert Robinson began managing the team. The "Robins" nickname was derived from the name of their Hall of Fame manager.
1916: Newspaper Article Mentions Dodgers
In 1916, a New York Times article mentions the Dodgers, also referring to the team as the Superbas. Despite the use of various nicknames, baseball historians generally refer to the pennant-winning 1916 Brooklyn team as the Robins.
1916: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 1916, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
1918: New York Times Article Mentions Robins
In 1918, a New York Times article uses the nickname "Robins" in its title, while the subtitle refers to the team as the Superbas, illustrating the overlapping use of nicknames.
1920: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 1920, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
1920: World Series Program: Dodgers vs. Indians
In 1920, the program for the World Series at Ebbets Field identified the matchup as "Dodgers vs. Indians," despite the Robins nickname being consistently used for about six years.
1931: Wilbert Robinson Manages the Team
In 1931, Wilbert Robinson last year managing the team. The "Robins" nickname was derived from the name of their Hall of Fame manager.
January 22, 1932: Dodgers Nickname Officially Chosen
On January 22, 1932, the Brooklyn baseball writers officially selected 'Dodgers' as the permanent name for the team.
1932: Brooklyn Dodgers Nickname Settled
In 1932, the team officially adopted the name 'Brooklyn Dodgers' after Brooklyn baseball writers chose it as the permanent name for the team.
1932: "Dodgers" Appears on Team Jerseys
In 1932, the word "Dodgers" first appeared on the team's jerseys, marking a move towards formalizing the nickname.
1932: Newspaper Articles Before 1932
Newspaper articles before 1932 provide examples of the team's popularized names, like the Superbas and Robins, were used, but not in any official capacity.
1933: "Dodgers" on Home and Road Jerseys
In 1933, the home and road jerseys for the team bore the name "Dodgers", solidifying the nickname in an official capacity. The home uniform was white with red pinstripes and a stylized "B" on the left shoulder.
1937: Green Uniforms and Caps
In 1937, the Dodgers wore green-outlined uniforms and green caps throughout the season, a departure from their traditional colors.
1939: Mel Almada plays for the Dodgers
In 1939, Mel Almada, the first Mexican-born player in league history, played for the Dodgers near the end of his career, contributing to the team's growing Mexican fanbase.
1939: Current Uniform Design Created
In 1939, the current Dodgers uniform design was created, remaining relatively unchanged since then with only cosmetic updates.
1941: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 1941, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
1941: Dodgers Capture National League Pennant
In 1941, the Dodgers won the National League pennant but lost to the New York Yankees, marking the start of the Dodgers-Yankees rivalry.
1944: All-Blue Satin Uniforms Introduced
In 1944, all-blue satin uniforms were introduced.
1946: Dodgers Dominate National League
From 1946 to 1957, the Dodgers largely dominated the National League, struggling to sell out Ebbets Field.
April 15, 1947: Jackie Robinson's Debut
On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson played his first major league game for the Brooklyn Dodgers, becoming the first African American player in Major League Baseball.
1947: Allan Roth Hired by Dodgers
In 1947, Allan Roth was hired by the Brooklyn Dodgers as the first official statistician of a Major League team.
1947: Robinson's Rookie Season
In 1947, Jackie Robinson had his rookie season and broke the color barrier. This is commemorated every year with Jackie Robinson day, on April 15, where players and coaches wear the number 42.
1947: Jackie Robinson Breaks the Color Barrier
In 1947, Jackie Robinson made history by becoming the first African American to play in Major League Baseball since 1884, breaking the baseball color line and beginning his career with the Brooklyn Dodgers.
1947: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 1947, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
1949: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 1949, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
1950: Vin Scully begins his career
In 1950, Vin Scully began his long career as a Dodgers announcer, calling almost all games from 1950 to 2016.
1950: Walter O'Malley Gains Majority Ownership
In 1950, Walter O'Malley acquired majority ownership of the Dodgers, which led to his efforts to build a new ballpark in Brooklyn.
1951: Intended World Series Uniform Changes
In 1951, changes to the uniform for the World Series were originally intended, for which the ballclub failed to qualify.
1952: Red Numbers Added to Home Uniform
In 1952, red numbers were added under the "Dodgers" script on the home uniform.
1952: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 1952, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
1953: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 1953, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
1954: Dodgers Managerial Stability
From 1954 to mid-1996, the Dodgers employed only two managers: Walter Alston and Tommy Lasorda.
1955: 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers
1955 was a key year for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
1955: O'Malley Seeks New Stadium
In 1955, Walter O'Malley wanted to build a new stadium in Brooklyn but faced resistance from city officials.
1955: Dodgers Win First World Series Title
In 1955, led by Jackie Robinson, the Dodgers captured their first World Series title by defeating the Yankees for the first time.
1956: Dodgers Play Games in Jersey City
During the 1955 season, in 1956 Walter O'Malley announced that the team would play some games in Jersey City to pressure New York City for a new stadium.
1956: Dodgers' Success Due to Integration
From 1947 to 1956, the Dodgers' willingness to integrate was a key factor in their success, as they won six pennants with players like Robinson, Campanella, and Newcombe.
1956: Don Newcombe Wins Cy Young and MVP
In 1956, Don Newcombe achieved a major milestone by becoming the first player ever to win both the Cy Young Award and the NL MVP in the same season.
1956: Jerry Doggett becomes Vin Scully's partner
In 1956, Jerry Doggett became Vin Scully's partner, and they worked together until 1987, broadcasting Dodger games.
1956: Los Angeles Seeks MLB Team
In 1956, Los Angeles officials attended the World Series seeking a team, leading to Walter O'Malley's interest in moving the Dodgers to LA after New York refused to grant him eminent domain authority.
1956: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 1956, the Brooklyn Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
September 24, 1957: Final Game at Ebbets Field
On September 24, 1957, the Dodgers played their final game at Ebbets Field, winning 2–0 against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
1957: Dodgers Move to Los Angeles
After the 1957 season, Dodgers owner Walter O'Malley moved the team to Los Angeles, convincing Giants owner Horace Stoneham to move his team to California as well, preserving the rivalry.
1957: Team Leaves Brooklyn
Following the 1957 season, the Dodgers left Brooklyn and relocated to Los Angeles.
1957: Ebbets Field Infrastructure Aging
From 1946 to 1957 Ebbets Field infrastructure was aging. The Dodgers could no longer sell out the park even in the heat of a pennant race.
April 18, 1958: Dodgers' First Game in Los Angeles
On April 18, 1958, the Dodgers played their first game in Los Angeles, defeating the San Francisco Giants 6–5 before 78,672 fans at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
1958: Dodgers Move to Los Angeles
Before the 1958 season, Dodgers owner Walter O'Malley moved the franchise from Brooklyn to Los Angeles, marking a significant change in the team's history.
1958: Backup Announcers
From 1958 to 1982, Doug Moore, Philip Petty, and Dennis Packer served as back-up voices for John Ramsey for the Dodgers, California Angels, Los Angeles Chargers, USC football, and Los Angeles Rams.
1958: Dodgers move to Los Angeles, maintaining rivalry with the Yankees
In 1958, after the Dodgers moved to Los Angeles, their rivalry with the New York Yankees retained its significance as the two teams represented the largest cities on opposite sides of the United States.
1958: Dodgers and Giants Move West
In 1958, both the Dodgers and Giants moved west, continuing their rivalry in California.
1958: John Ramsey becomes PA Voice
In 1958, following the Dodgers' move to Los Angeles, John Ramsey became the PA voice of the Dodgers.
1958: Los Angeles Dodgers Managers
In 1958, the Dodgers moved to Los Angeles. The managers from 1958 onward are listed.
1958: Dodgers become first MLB team with Spanish-language flagship station
In 1958, upon moving to Los Angeles, the Dodgers became the first MLB team with a Spanish-language flagship station, KWKW, featuring René Cárdenas.
1958: Move to Los Angeles: Uniform Changes
In 1958, when the franchise moved to Los Angeles, the city name on the road jersey was changed, and the stylized "B" was replaced with the interlocking "LA" on the caps.
1959: Jaime Jarrín voices Spanish play-by-play
From 1959 to 2022, Jaime Jarrín voiced the Spanish play-by-play for the Dodgers, becoming a Frick Award winner.
1959: Dodgers Win Second World Series
In 1959, the Dodgers won their second World Series title in just their second season in Los Angeles, defeating the Chicago White Sox in six games.
1961: Inaugural Season of the Los Angeles Angels
In 1961, the Los Angeles Angels played their inaugural season, marking the beginning of the intra-city rivalry with the Dodgers.
1962: Dodger Stadium Opening Day
In 1962, Dodger Stadium's construction was completed, opening on time for Opening Day. The stadium quickly became an icon with its simple lines and picturesque setting, designed without any bad seats. Its spacious dimensions favored defense, influencing the Dodgers to build a strong pitching team.
1962: Jackie Robinson Enters Hall of Fame
In 1962, Jackie Robinson became the first African-American elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
1962: New York Mets Founded
In 1962, Joan Payson founded the New York Mets, bringing National League baseball back to New York City.
1962: Move to Dodger Stadium
In 1962, after four seasons at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, the Dodgers moved to their current home at Dodger Stadium.
1962: Dodgers lead the league in attendance after stadium completion
In 1962, the Dodgers led the league in attendance by a sizeable margin, nearly doubling that of the New York Yankees, after the completion of Dodger Stadium.
1963: World Series vs. Yankees
In 1963, the Dodgers faced the New York Yankees in the World Series, reviving their rivalry from their days in New York.
1963: Dodgers Sweep Yankees in World Series
In 1963, the Dodgers swept the New York Yankees in four games to win the World Series, marking their first victory against the Yankees as a Los Angeles team.
1963: Dodgers Win World Series
In 1963, the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series.
1964: Allan Roth's Tenure Ends
In 1964, Allan Roth's tenure as the statistician for the Los Angeles Dodgers ended. He had been with the team since 1947, when they were in Brooklyn.
1965: Dodgers Win World Series Against Twins
In 1965, spearheaded by Sandy Koufax and Don Drysdale, the Dodgers captured another World Series title, edging the Minnesota Twins in seven games.
1965: Dodgers Win World Series
In 1965, the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series.
1965: MLB Draft Introduced
In 1965, the MLB Draft was introduced. Since then, the Dodgers have had very few top-five draft picks, impacting their team-building strategies.
1966: Dodgers Win Pennant
In 1966, the Dodgers won the National League Pennant, but lost in the World Series.
1969: Inaugural Season of the San Diego Padres
In 1969, the San Diego Padres played their inaugural season, reviving an old Southern California-based rivalry with the Dodgers.
1970: O'Malley transfers team control
In 1970, Walter O'Malley handed over control of the Dodgers to his son Peter. This was a turning point that allowed the Dodgers to retire Jackie Robinson's number, as Robinson had previously refused the honor due to a grudge with Walter O'Malley.
1970: Beginning of intense rivalry with the Cincinnati Reds
In 1970, the Dodgers began an intense rivalry with the Cincinnati Reds, marked by frequent competition for the NL West division title.
1970: City Name Removed from Road Jerseys
In 1970, the Dodgers removed the city name from the road jerseys, featuring "Dodgers" on both home and away uniforms.
June 4, 1972: Number Retirement Ceremony
On June 4, 1972, the Dodgers held a ceremony at Dodger Stadium to retire the numbers of Koufax, Campanella, and Robinson. They were the first Dodgers to receive this honor. Other teams had already been retiring numbers for decades, but the Dodgers were late to the trend.
1972: Number Retirals in 1972
In 1972, Robinson and Campanella had already been Hall of Famers for several years when their numbers were retired.
1972: 'The Boys of Summer' Published
In 1972, the book 'The Boys of Summer' was published, chronicling the Dodgers' 1955 World Series win and the team's legacy.
1974: Dodgers Win Pennant
In 1974, the Dodgers won the National League Pennant, but lost in the World Series.
1976: Vin Scully selected as Most Memorable Personality in team history
In 1976, Dodgers fans selected Vin Scully as the Most Memorable Personality in the team's history, highlighting his impact on the franchise.
1977: Ross Porter becomes Vin Scully's partner
In 1977, Ross Porter became one of Vin Scully's partners, calling Dodger games until 2004.
1977: World Series vs. Yankees
In 1977, the Dodgers faced the New York Yankees in the World Series, reviving their rivalry from their days in New York.
1977: Dodgers Win Pennant
In 1977, the Dodgers won the National League Pennant, but lost in the World Series.
1978: Ramsey's Retirement from the Forum
In 1978, John Ramsey retired from the Forum, after which Dennis Packer became the public address announcer for the Lakers, Kings, indoor soccer, and indoor tennis events at the Forum.
1978: Dodgers first MLB team to attract over 3 million fans in a season
In 1978, the Dodgers became the first MLB team to attract more than three million fans in a single season, setting a new attendance milestone.
1978: World Series vs. Yankees
In 1978, the Dodgers faced the New York Yankees in the World Series, reviving their rivalry from their days in New York.
1978: Dodgers Win Pennant
In 1978, the Dodgers won the National League Pennant, but lost in the World Series.
1979: Start of Consecutive Rookie of the Year Awards
From 1979 to 1982, the Dodgers had four consecutive Rookie of the Year Award winners.
1980: Clinics in China and South Korea
In 1980, the Dodgers began reaching out to Asia by starting clinics in China and South Korea, marking the beginning of their efforts to sign players from these regions.
1981: Fernando Valenzuela Leads Dodgers to Championship
In 1981, rookie pitcher Fernando Valenzuela led the Dodgers to a World Series championship, also winning both the Cy Young and Rookie of the Year awards.
1981: World Series vs. Yankees
In 1981, the Dodgers faced the New York Yankees in the World Series, reviving their rivalry from their days in New York.
1981: Dodgers Win World Series Again
In 1981, the Dodgers won the World Series, thanks in part to pitching sensation Fernando Valenzuela.
1981: Last World Series Meeting between Yankees and Dodgers for 40 years
In 1981, the Yankees and Dodgers last met in the World Series until 2024, marking a 40-year gap in their Fall Classic matchups.
1982: Backup Announcers
From 1958 to 1982, Doug Moore, Philip Petty, and Dennis Packer served as back-up voices for John Ramsey for the Dodgers, California Angels, Los Angeles Chargers, USC football, and Los Angeles Rams.
1982: End of Consecutive Rookie of the Year Awards
From 1979 to 1982, the Dodgers had four consecutive Rookie of the Year Award winners.
1982: John Ramsey's Retirement
In 1982, John Ramsey retired as the PA voice of the Dodgers. He had served in that role since 1958.
1982: Vin Scully inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
In 1982, Vin Scully was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame as a recipient of the Ford C. Frick Award for broadcasters, honoring his exceptional career.
1982: Vin Scully wins Ford C. Frick Award
In 1982, Vin Scully won the Ford C. Frick Award, and is permanently honored in the Baseball Hall of Fame's "Scribes & Mikemen" exhibit.
1983: Nick Nickson replaces Ramsey
In 1983, Nick Nickson replaced John Ramsey as the Dodger Stadium public address announcer.
1985: Drafting Clayton Kershaw
In 1985, the Dodgers drafted Clayton Kershaw as the No. 7 pick. Kershaw would become one of the greatest pitchers in franchise history.
1987: Don Drysdale replaces Jerry Doggett
In 1987, Don Drysdale, a Hall-of-Fame Dodgers pitcher, replaced Jerry Doggett as a broadcaster after Doggett's retirement.
1987: Jerry Doggett retires
Jerry Doggett retired in 1987, ending his long partnership with Vin Scully in broadcasting Dodger games.
1988: Nancy Bea Hefley joins Dodgers
In 1988, Nancy Bea Hefley became popular behind the Dodger Stadium keyboard.
1988: Orel Hershiser Leads Dodgers to World Series Victory
In 1988, Orel Hershiser led the Dodgers to a World Series victory, aided by Kirk Gibson's memorable home run in Game 1.
1988: Dodgers Win World Series
In 1988, the Dodgers won the World Series, marking the only franchise to win multiple titles in the 1980s.
1989: Nickson leaves the Dodgers
In 1989, Nick Nickson left his role as the Dodger Stadium public address announcer to work full-time with the Los Angeles Kings.
January 25, 1990: Ramsey's Death and Arbogast winning the Dodgers job
On January 25, 1990, John Ramsey died. On the same day, Pete Arbogast won the Dodgers job by imitating Ramsey's opening and closing remarks.
1990: End of intense rivalry with the Cincinnati Reds
By 1990, the Dodgers' intense rivalry with the Cincinnati Reds that began in 1970 came to an end as the Reds were moved to the NL Central division.
1990: Death of John Ramsey
In 1990, John Ramsey, the long-time PA voice of the Dodgers, passed away.
1992: Start of Consecutive Rookie of the Year Awards
From 1992 to 1996, the Dodgers had five consecutive Rookies of the Year.
1993: Don Drysdale's death
In 1993, Don Drysdale died of a heart attack, leading to a difficult broadcast for Scully and Porter. He was later replaced by Rick Monday.
1994: Carlucci replaces Arbogast as PA voice
In 1994, Mike Carlucci replaced Pete Arbogast as the Dodgers' PA voice announcer.
1994: Dodgers sign Chan Ho Park
In 1994, the Dodgers signed Chan Ho Park, the first South Korean-born player in MLB history, increasing their popularity in South Korea.
1995: Dodgers and Reds meet in the NLDS
In 1995, the Dodgers and Cincinnati Reds faced off in the National League Division Series (NLDS), reigniting their rivalry after division realignment.
1996: End of Dodgers Managerial Stability
From 1954 to mid-1996, the Dodgers employed only two managers: Walter Alston and Tommy Lasorda. In mid-1996, the stability ended.
1996: End of Consecutive Rookie of the Year Awards
From 1992 to 1996, the Dodgers had five consecutive Rookies of the Year.
1996: Dodgers begin 15-year streak of drawing at least 3 million fans
In 1996, the Dodgers began a streak of 15 consecutive seasons drawing at least three million fans, the longest such streak in MLB at the time, lasting until 2010.
1997: Robinson's Number Retired Throughout MLB
In 1997, 50 years after he broke the color barrier and 25 years after the Dodgers retired his number, Robinson's No. 42 was retired throughout Major League Baseball.
1998: Dodgers Open Office in Asia
In 1998, the Dodgers became the first major league team to open an office in Asia, strengthening their ties with the Asian baseball community.
1999: Blue Alternate Uniforms
In 1999, the Dodgers had worn similar blue alternate uniform, with the Dodgers script in white across the chest.
1999: City Script Returns to Road Jerseys
In 1999, the city script returned to the road jerseys. The Dodgers also introduced alternate jerseys with a royal top and white "Dodgers" script, which were unpopular and abandoned after one season.
2000: Dodgers consistently place in the top three in attendance.
From 2000 onwards, the Dodgers have consistently ranked in the top three for attendance, often leading the league, showing consistently strong fan support.
2002: Carlucci resigns as PA voice
In 2002, Mike Carlucci resigned as the Dodgers' PA voice announcer to concentrate on his voiceover and acting career along with his Olympics announcing duties.
2002: Dodgers sign Chin-Feng Chen
In 2002, the Dodgers made history by signing Chin-Feng Chen, the first Taiwanese player in MLB, significantly growing their fan support from Taiwan.
2003: Eric Smith becomes PA Announcer
In 2003, Eric Smith became the public address announcer for the Dodgers. He also announces for the Los Angeles Clippers and USC Trojans.
2004: Ross Porter's tenure ends
In 2004, Ross Porter's tenure as a Dodger commentator ended, leading to changes in the broadcasting format.
2004: Yankees and Dodgers play an interleague series
In 2004, the Yankees and Dodgers played a three-game interleague series, ending a long drought of non-exhibition games between the two teams.
2005: Animosity grows between Dodgers and Angels fanbases due to name change
In 2005, animosity between the Dodgers and Angels fanbases intensified after Angels' owner Arte Moreno renamed the team to 'Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim'. Dodgers owner Frank McCourt mocked this with a t-shirt, escalating the rivalry.
2005: Hee Seop Choi in Home Run Derby
In 2005, the Dodgers' Hee Seop Choi became the first Asian player to compete in the Home Run Derby.
July 3, 2007: Dodgers announce record franchise attendance of 175 million
On July 3, 2007, the Dodgers announced that their total franchise attendance since 1901 had reached 175 million, a record for all professional sports.
2007: Jackie Robinson Day
Starting in the 2007 season, Jackie Robinson Day (April 15, commemorating the Opening Day of Robinson's rookie season of 1947) has featured many or all players and coaches wearing the number 42 as a tribute to Robinson.
March 28, 2008: Dodgers set world record for attendance at baseball game
On March 28, 2008, the Dodgers set a world record for the largest attendance at a baseball game with 115,300 fans during an exhibition game against the Boston Red Sox at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
2008: Most Asian Players on Roster
In the 2008 season, the Dodgers had the most Asian players on its roster of any major league team, with five players from Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.
2009: Dodgers lead MLB in total attendance
In 2009, the Dodgers led Major League Baseball in total attendance, showcasing their strong fan base.
2009: Dodgers win the NLDS against the St. Louis Cardinals
In 2009, the Dodgers won the National League Division Series (NLDS) against the St. Louis Cardinals, marking one of their few postseason successes against this rival.
2010: End of Dodgers' 15-year streak of drawing at least 3 million fans
In 2010, the Dodgers ended their streak of 15 consecutive seasons drawing at least three million fans, which had begun in 1996.
2010: Giants Win World Series
The 2010 World Series was the Giants' first championship since moving to California, highlighting the balanced history of the Dodgers-Giants rivalry.
2012: First Female Physical Therapist in MLB
In 2012, Sue Falsone became the first female physical therapist in Major League Baseball.
2012: Dodgers fans named best sports fanbase in Los Angeles
In 2012, a Bleacher Report article referred to Dodgers fans as the best sports fanbase in Los Angeles.
September 19, 2013: Dodgers Clinch Division and Celebrate in Pool
On September 19, 2013, after eliminating the Diamondbacks and clinching the division, multiple Dodgers players celebrated the win by jumping into the pool at Chase Field.
2013: Signing Hyun-Jin Ryu
For the 2013 season, the Dodgers signed starting pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu with a six-year, $36 million contract, marking a significant investment in Asian talent.
2013: First Female Head Athletic Trainer
From 2012 to 2013, Sue Falsone was the first female head athletic trainer in Major League Baseball.
2013: Dodgers begin leading the league in attendance for nine straight seasons
From 2013, the Dodgers led the league in attendance for nine consecutive seasons, showing continued fan support.
2013: Start of Division Title Streak
In 2013, the Dodgers began a streak of eight consecutive division titles, lasting until 2020.
2013: Dodgers' Korean broadcast begins
In 2013, the Dodgers' Korean broadcast began through KMPC, expanding their reach to Korean-speaking fans.
2014: Eric Smith's Tenure Ends
In 2014, Eric Smith's tenure as the Dodgers' public address announcer ended. He had served in that role since 2003.
2014: Alternate Road Jersey Introduced
In 2014, an alternate road jersey was introduced, featuring a gray version with the "Dodgers" script instead of the city name.
April 3, 2015: Todd Leitz Hired as PA Announcer
On April 3, 2015, the Dodgers announced that former radio broadcaster Todd Leitz was hired to become their new public address announcer.
December 8, 2015: Zack Greinke Signs with Diamondbacks
On December 8, 2015, Zack Greinke signed a six-year, $206.5 million contract with the Diamondbacks in free agency, intensifying the rivalry between the two teams.
2015: Dave Roberts Appointed Manager
Following the 2015 postseason, Dave Roberts was appointed as the new manager of the Dodgers, succeeding Don Mattingly.
2015: Bea's Retirement and Ruehle's Replacement
In 2015, Nancy Bea Hefley retired and was replaced by Dieter Ruehle as the Dodgers' organist.
2015: Dodgers reported as most popular MLB team in Utah
In 2015, Vivid Seats reported that the Dodgers were the most popular MLB team in Utah based on ticket sales, highlighting their broad regional appeal.
2016: Signing Kenta Maeda
For the 2016 season, the Dodgers signed starting pitcher Kenta Maeda with an eight-year, $25 million contract, further expanding their roster with Asian players.
2016: Vin Scully retires from calling games
In 2016, Vin Scully retired from calling games, ending his 67-year tenure with the Dodgers, the longest with any single sports team.
2016: Dodgers host first annual Korean Heritage Night
In 2016, the Dodgers partnered with Korean communities in Los Angeles and began hosting an annual Korean Heritage Night, reinforcing their connection with the Korean fanbase.
2017: Controversy of the World Series
Due to the controversy of the 2017 World Series, The Dodgers have regrown a heated rivalry against the Houston Astros after their move to the American League.
2017: Joe Davis selected as play-by-play announcer
In 2017, Joe Davis was selected by Dodgers management to handle play-by-play on television, succeeding Vin Scully.
2017: Dodgers Sweep Diamondbacks in NLDS
In 2017, the Dodgers swept the Diamondbacks 3–0 in the National League Division Series, advancing to the World Series. The rivalry between the two teams intensified.
2017: Dodgers Win Pennant and Face Astros
In 2017, the Dodgers won the pennant for the first time since 1988, aided by Justin Turner's walk-off home run, and faced the Houston Astros in the World Series, which later became controversial due to the Astros' sign-stealing scandal.
2017: Astros defeat Dodgers in the World Series
In 2017, the Houston Astros defeated the Dodgers in the World Series, winning the championship in 7 games. This series later became controversial due to the Astros' sign-stealing scandal.
2017: Astros' Sign Stealing Scandal
In 2017, the Houston Astros' sign-stealing scandal sparked a fierce rivalry between the Dodgers and the Astros.
2017: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 2017, the Los Angeles Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
2018: Dodgers Win Pennant, Lose World Series
In 2018, the Dodgers won the pennant for a second year in a row, but lost to the Boston Red Sox in the World Series.
2018: 60th Anniversary Patch
In 2018, the Dodgers wore their 60th anniversary patch to honor the 60 years of being in Los Angeles.
2018: Dodgers Win NL Pennant
In 2018, the Los Angeles Dodgers won the National League Pennant.
2019: Legends of Dodger Baseball Established
In 2019, the Dodgers established the "Legends of Dodger Baseball", a program meant to honor Dodger greats whose numbers have not been retired.
2020: Dodgers attendance impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic
In 2020, the Dodgers attendance was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, although in the years prior, the Dodgers had consistently placed in the top three in attendance.
2020: Dodgers Sweep Padres in NLDS
In 2020, the Dodgers swept the Padres in the NLDS. The Dodgers lead the series 518–419, with the two teams meeting in the playoffs three times.
2020: Dodgers Win World Series Amid Pandemic
In 2020, the Dodgers won the World Series by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays, after a season shortened due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020: Dodgers Win World Series
In 2020, the Dodgers won the World Series, ending a 32-year championship drought.
2021: Postseason Matchup Between Dodgers and Giants
In 2021, the Dodgers and Giants finished with over 100 wins each and met in the NLDS for their first postseason matchup. This series featured the most combined regular season wins between competing teams in MLB postseason history.
2021: Dodgers win the National League Wild Card Game
In 2021, the Dodgers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals in the National League Wild Card Game, adding another chapter to their postseason rivalry.
2021: "City Connect" Uniform Unveiled
In 2021, the Dodgers unveiled a blue alternate "City Connect" uniform, featuring the script "Los Dodgers" in homage to Los Angeles' Latino community.
2022: End of Jaime Jarrín's tenure as Spanish play-by-play announcer
In 2022, Jaime Jarrín ended his long tenure as the Spanish play-by-play announcer for the Dodgers, concluding a significant chapter in the team's broadcasting history.
2022: "Los Angeles" cap for City Connect Uniform
In 2022, the Dodgers switched to a blue interlocking "LA" cap with a black brim for the "City Connect" uniform, relocating the "Los Dodgers" script to the right side.
2022: Padres Win NLDS
In the 2022 NLDS, the Padres won in four games. The Dodgers lead the series 518–419, with the two teams meeting in the playoffs three times.
2023: Primary play-by-play announcers on television and radio
As of 2023, Joe Davis and Charley Steiner are the primary play-by-play announcers on television and radio, respectively, for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
2023: Fernando Valenzuela joins Spanish booth
In 2023, Fernando Valenzuela joined the Spanish broadcast booth as a color analyst, working alongside Pepe Yñiguez and José Mota.
2023: Diamondbacks Sweep Dodgers in NLDS
In 2023, the Diamondbacks swept the Dodgers 3-0 in the National League Division Series, reciprocating the sweep from 2017 and further fueling their rivalry.
2023: White Pants with Blue Piping for City Connect
In 2023, the Dodgers replaced the blue pants previously worn with the "City Connect" uniform with white pants featuring blue piping.
June 2024: Dodgers win series against Yankees
In June 2024, the Dodgers won two out of three games against the New York Yankees in a regular-season series.
2024: Dodgers Franchise Valuation
As of 2024, Forbes ranked the Dodgers second in MLB franchise valuation at $5.45 billion.
2024: Signing Shohei Ohtani
For the 2024 season, the Dodgers signed free agent two-way player Shohei Ohtani with a 10-year, $700 million contract, the largest ever in professional sports history.
2024: Dodgers All-Time Record
From 1884 through 2024, the Dodgers' all-time record is 11,432–10,068–139 (.532).
2024: Death of Fernando Valenzuela
In 2024, Former Dodger pitcher Fernando Valenzuela, a color analyst for some games, passed away.
2024: Dodgers increase focus on growing Japanese fanbase after signing Shohei Ohtani
In 2024, the Dodgers increased their focus on growing a Japanese fanbase following the signing of Shohei Ohtani, including theme nights in collaboration with Japanese companies.
2024: Dodgers Sign Shohei Ohtani and Win World Series
In 2024, the Dodgers signed Shohei Ohtani and went on to win their eighth World Series title.
2024: Dodgers Win World Series
In 2024, the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series.
2024: Second "City Connect" Uniform Unveiled
Midway through the 2024 season, the Dodgers unveiled their second "City Connect" uniform, a cream-based design paying homage to Los Angeles and its history with the team. The uniform features design elements inspired by the LA Memorial Coliseum and mid-century typefaces.
February 16, 2025: Roster Update
On February 16, 2025, the Dodgers' roster, coaches, and NRIs were updated.
