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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 / 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 / March 24

This Day In Dodgers History: Leo Durocher Confesses To Gambling; Fernando Valenzuela Ends Contract Holdout

On March 24, 1947, longtime Brooklyn Dodgers manager Leo Durocher confessed to playing card games within the clubhouse in a four-hour meeting with the Major League Baseball commissioner Albert “Happy” Chandler at the Sarasota Terrace Hotel.

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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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 11

Paul Skenes reaches Fernando Valenzuela territory amid Cy Young candidacy

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes’ monster rookie season added another historic bullet point on Monday when MLB announced that he had finished in the top three of National League Cy Young voting.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 11

This Day In Dodgers History: Fernando Valenzuela Wins 1981 Cy Young Award

On Nov. 11, 1981, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela became the first rookie to ever win the Cy Young Award, edging Tom Seaver of the Cincinnati Reds.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 1

Freddie Freeman & Dave Roberts Happy To Win World Series For Fernando Valenzuela

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost a franchise icon in Fernando Valenzuela as they were preparing for a highly-anticipated World Series matchup with the New York Yankees.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 31

2024 Los Angeles Dodgers World Series Parade Schedule & Details

The 2024 Los Angeles Dodgers World Series parade is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 1, which coincides with what would have been Fernando Valenzuela’s 64th birthday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / October 28

Watch: Dodgers Celbrate Fernando Valenzuela Before World Series Game At Dodger Stadium

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost a franchise icon last week as Fernando Valenzuela passed away at the age of 63. Valenzuela is one of the most impactful players in Dodgers franchise history as he captivated the Mexican and Latino communities during his time as a pitcher.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24

Dodgers to honor Fernando Valenzuela during World Series

The Dodgers have announced plans to honor Fernando Valenzuela after the legendary pitcher died on Tuesday.

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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.

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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 / Last Word On Sports / October 23

Dodgers Great Fernando Valenzuela Has Died at 63

Legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Fernando Valenzuela died on Tuesday, the team announced. He was 63 years old. Valenzuela’s electric rookie year in 1981 put him at the center of the sports universe, a period remembered to this day as “Fernandomania” in LA and beyond.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / October 23