Over the Monster, a Boston Red Sox community

It’s no mystery that the Frank McCourt debacle played a heavy role in how the Los Angeles Dodgers finished (82-79) last year. Sure they had a winning record, but they were capable of so much more. Manager Don Mattingly has done a great job, despite the outside influences, in crafting a winning ballclub. He has helped center fielder Matt Kemp find his game again and did he ever. Kemp hit .324/.399/.586 with 39 home runs, 126 RBI and 40 stolen bases, but was absolutely robbed of a MVP trophy despite nearly winning the vaunted Triple Crown.

While we were all distracted by Napoli crushing our hopes and hearts, Juan Rivera ended up being a factor for the Dodgers in the second half. Donnie Baseball points to his acquisition as the push that kept the Dodgers out of the cellar.

Come read the history of Bill Plaschke either trashing Kemp, or praising him. Bill Plaschke is the most wishy washy man alive.

I skimmed over other relevant threads to see if this was posted, but didn't find it. so... here you go.