Dodger

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Dodger can refer to several different concepts, entities, and characters across various fields and media. Below is a detailed exploration of the term and its different uses.

Sports

In the context of sports, "Dodger" is most commonly associated with the Los Angeles Dodgers, a professional baseball team based in Los Angeles, California. The team is a member of the National League (NL) West division in Major League Baseball (MLB). The Dodgers have a rich history, having won multiple World Series championships and producing numerous Hall of Fame players.

Literature

In literature, "Dodger" is a character in the novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. The character, whose full name is Jack Dawkins, is a young pickpocket and a member of Fagin's gang. The Artful Dodger is known for his cunning and skill in thievery, making him one of the most memorable characters in Dickens' work.

Television and Film

In television and film, "Dodger" can refer to various characters and titles:

• In the 1988 animated film Oliver & Company, Dodger is a street-smart dog who befriends the main character, Oliver.
• In the TV series The Walking Dead, Dodger is a minor character appearing in the comic book series and its adaptations.

Music

In music, "Dodger" can refer to the British garage music duo known as Artful Dodger. They are best known for their hit singles in the late 1990s and early 2000s, including "Re-Rewind" featuring Craig David.

Technology

In technology, "Dodger" can refer to a type of software or hardware designed to avoid or mitigate certain actions or effects. For example, a "dodger" in cybersecurity might be a tool used to evade detection by antivirus software.

Related Pages

• Los Angeles Dodgers
• Oliver Twist
• Artful Dodger (duo)
• Oliver & Company
• The Walking Dead (TV series)

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