Michael Duarte

Michael J. Duarte is a Los Angeles based writer. Born and raised in the City of Angels, Michael did his undergraduate work at the University of California Santa Barbara and a graduate program at the University of Southern California. Michael was awarded the Paul Lazarus Screenwriting Scholarship Award in 2004 and the Corwin Writing Award for his feature screenplay, "Chasing 4:00" in 2005. In addition to Sports writing, Michael is an avid marathon runner and fan of the Magic Bullet blender.

Reds Vs. Dodgers Highlights 8.13.15: Suarez Sets Career Highs In 10-3 Blowout [VIDEO]

Michael Duarte | Friday, August 14, 2015 - 03:47

Reds Vs. Dodgers Highlights 8.13.15: Suarez Sets Career Highs In 10-3 Blowout [VIDEO]

Reds Rough Up Dodgers 10-3 As Latos Faces Former Team For First Time

Michael Duarte | Friday, August 14, 2015 - 03:37

It was a "Big Red" blowout at Chavez Ravine on Thursday as the Cincinnati Reds roughed up the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-3 in the series opener at Dodger Stadium.

See The Best 'Straight Outta' Memes And Images Before The Film Is Released On Friday

Michael Duarte | Thursday, August 13, 2015 - 22:51

See The Best 'Straight Outta' Memes And Images Before The Film Is Released On Friday

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez Ready For Mexico-Puerto Rico War In The Ring With Miguel Cotto

Michael Duarte | Thursday, August 13, 2015 - 21:49

Miguel Cotto and Sau "Canelo" Alvarez will step into a long line of Puerto Rico vs. Mexico rivalries in the ring when they are set to fight in Las Vegas on Nov. 21st at the Mandalay Bay.

WATCH Anthony Rizzo Leap Into The Crowd To Make The MLB Catch Of The Year

Michael Duarte | Thursday, August 13, 2015 - 03:03

WATCH Anthony Rizzo Leap Into The Crowd To Make The MLB Catch Of The Year

VIDEO: Dogers Swat Nats Thanks To These Kiké Hernandez Web Gems

Michael Duarte | Thursday, August 13, 2015 - 02:51

Clayton Kershaw returned to MVP form on Wednesday night, tossing eight scoreless innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers shutout the Washington Nationals 3-0 for the second consecutive game.

Tom Brady Sketch Memes: The 25 Most Bizarre Images That Wrecked The Internet

Michael Duarte | Thursday, August 13, 2015 - 00:11

Tom Brady Sketch Memes: The 25 Most Bizarre Images That Wrecked The Internet

Are Tom Brady And Gisele Bundchen Headed To $460 Million Divorce?

Michael Duarte | Wednesday, August 12, 2015 - 23:28

Rumors of a reportedly split and a potential $460 million divorce between Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen are swirling after sources confirm the couple has been fighting for weeks.

Check Out These Otherworldly Defensive Plays By Yasiel Puig

Michael Duarte | Wednesday, August 12, 2015 - 03:37

Yasiel Puig flashes the leather and his rocket arm in these fantastic defensive plays from the past week.

In Case You Forgot, Yasiel Puig Is Still Very Good, Here's Proof

Michael Duarte | Wednesday, August 12, 2015 - 03:27

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig knocks in all five runs with a two-run homer and a bases clearing triple on Tuesday.

One Man Wrecking Crew: Yasiel Puig Single Handedly Leads The Dodgers To Victory

Michael Duarte | Wednesday, August 12, 2015 - 03:05

Yasiel Puig knocked in all five Dodgers runs tying a career high with five RBIs and Zack Grienke did the rest throwing six scoreless innings and Los Angeles shutout the Washington Nationals 5-0 on Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium.

VIDEO: Jordan Clarkson Throws A Perfect Strike During Lakers Night At Dodger Stadium

Michael Duarte | Wednesday, August 12, 2015 - 00:41

Jordan Clarkson threw a perfect strike while throwing out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday night.

VIDEO: Lionel Messi Masterfully Scores Two Free-Kick Goals In 2015 UEFA Super Cup

Michael Duarte | Tuesday, August 11, 2015 - 17:47

Lionel Messi Masterfully Scores Two Free-Kick Goals In 2015 UEFA Super Cup

Pedro Nets Game-Winner In Crazy Nine-Goal Game, Messi Gets A Brace

Michael Duarte | Tuesday, August 11, 2015 - 17:30

Lionel Messi had a brace and Luis Suarez also scored as FC Barcelona defeated league rival FC Sevilla 5-4 in a nine-goal offensive showcase for the ages in the 2015 UEFA Super Cup at Boris Paichadze Stadium in Georgia.

WATCH: Giovani Dos Santos Address The Media After An Impressive MLS Debut

Michael Duarte | Sunday, August 9, 2015 - 20:20

Giovani Dos Santos Address The Media After An Impressive MLS Debut

Giovani Dos Santos Scores in MLS Debut As Galaxy Thwart Rival Sounders 3-1

Michael Duarte | Sunday, August 9, 2015 - 20:09

Giovani Dos Santos tallied a goal and an assist in one of the more impressive MLS debuts in recent memory, and the LA Galaxy rallied from an early goal deficit to defeat the Seattle Sounders 3-1 on Sunday.

Giovani Dos Santos Talks About Scoring His First Goal With The LA Galaxy

Michael Duarte | Friday, August 7, 2015 - 05:50

Giovani Dos Santos Talks About Scoring His First Goal With The LA Galaxy

Floyd Mayweather Rudely Takes A Selfie At His Own Press Conference

Michael Duarte | Friday, August 7, 2015 - 05:19

Floyd Mayweather Rudely Takes A Selfie At His Own Press Conference

WATCH: Giovani Dos Santos Score 19 Minutes Into His LA Galaxy Debut

Michael Duarte | Friday, August 7, 2015 - 03:01

Watch Giovani Dos Santos score just 19 minutes into his campaign with the LA Galaxy as the team routed Central FC 5-1 in the opening game of the CONCACAF Champions League Group D match on Thursday.

Where Will Chicharito Land?

Michael Duarte | Thursday, August 6, 2015 - 23:36

Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez has hours to decide whether he will approve a transfer to the MLS, or stay in the Premier League.

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