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Shaikin: Are we living in the Dodgers' golden era? The answer may not be so simple

The Los Angeles Dodgers are on the cusp of cementing their legacy as one of baseball’s most dominant franchises, having already rewritten history with a record 14 straight postseason appearances. With back-to-back World Series titles under their belts, the team is now chasing a third consecutive championship this season, a feat no National League club has ever accomplished.

Yet, despite their unparalleled success, Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman and team president Stan Kasten remain hesitant to declare this their golden era—leaving the question open to historians and time. Friedman, known for his understated leadership, deferred to others for perspective, while Kasten emphasized the need for long-term historical judgment.

Even the Dodgers’ official historian, Mark Langill, who has chronicled the team for over three decades, acknowledged the streak’s unprecedented scale, calling it one of the greatest in sports history—regardless of whether they clinch a three-peat. Meanwhile, Major League Baseball’s official historian, John Thorn, offered a more measured take, framing it as a golden era *for Dodger baseball* rather than an all-time peak, underscoring the debate over how legacy is ultimately defined.

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