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Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a 5-3 Game 1 NLDS victory over the Atlanta Braves in scorching 103-degree heat at Dodger Stadium. The guys break down Tarik Skubal’s dominant 101-mph postseason statement, Tanner Scott’s alarming 9th-inning meltdown that nearly blew a four-run lead, and the physical limitations surrounding Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman. Plus, Teoscar Hernandez, Kyle Tucker, and Max Muncy provide the big-fly muscle to put LA ahead 1-0. Finally, the show completely derails over Dylan’s desperate towel-wiping in 103-degree heat, Skubal risking his upcoming $300M free agency to pitch in relief, and Chris Sale’s mystery Game 2 availability. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro & NLDS Game 1 Overview: Beating the Trap 05:08 - Tarik Skubal’s 101-MPH Statement Start 11:44 - Tanner Scott Meltdown & 9th Inning Closer Panic 21:07 - Ohtani & Freeman Health Check: Teoscar & Tucker Save LA 33:45 - Chris Sale Game 2 Mystery & Andy Pages ABS Frustration 41:00 - 103° Heat Wave, Stadium Roll Call & Fan Predictions Subscribe and don't miss out on all the key news, highlights, and interviews about the Lakers, Clippers, Dodgers, Angels, SF Giants, Rams, 49ers, Chargers, Padres, Warriors, USC, UCLA and what's buzzing in the sports world too! Catch the latest news here: https://californiapost.com Follow The California Post Sports on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/capostsports Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/capostsports TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@capostsports Twitter - https://twitter.com/capostsports

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a 100-win regular season finish after sweeping the Giants in San Francisco, breaking down the exhaustion of their 10-hour overnight drive through the Central Valley. The guys debate Dylan’s latest column on why betting on a Dodgers World Series three-peat is a fool’s errand, analyzing Shohei Ohtani’s alarming swing regression, Freddie Freeman’s power drought, and Blake Treinen’s season-ending shoulder injury. Finally, Jack lays out his complete postseason matchup matrix from the NLDS to the World Series, before the show devolves into a heated dispute over champagne prices, Lincoln Riley comparison accusations, and the official crown for the 2026 prediction scoreboard. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Overnight Central Valley Drive & Game 162 Recap 01:59 - The 100-Win Curse & Rotation Health Check 04:05 - Ohtani Emergency: Swing Breakdown & Freeman Slump 23:00 - Pitching Depth, Bullpen WAR & Dave Roberts' Test 33:20 - October Matchup Matrix: NLDS, NLCS & World Series 56:53 - Prediction Scoreboard Finale & Lincoln Riley Debate 59:36 - Mailbag: Roster Battles, Translation & Gas Station Indian Food Subscribe and don't miss out on all the key news, highlights, and interviews about the Lakers, Clippers, Dodgers, Angels, SF Giants, Rams, 49ers, Chargers, Padres, Warriors, USC, UCLA and what's buzzing in the sports world too! Catch the latest news here: https://californiapost.com Follow The California Post Sports on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/capostsports Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/capostsports TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@capostsports Twitter - https://twitter.com/capostsports

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a frustrating series loss to the San Diego Padres at Chavez Ravine, watching their rival clinch a postseason berth while the Dodgers' concerning 2-14 slump against playoff contenders continues. The guys dive into Shohei Ohtani's return from the IL, analyzing his warning-track power, altered swing mechanics, and Andrew Friedman's explosive comments suggesting Ohtani wasn't fully honest about his physical condition. Finally, the show covers Trevor Bauer's "snakes" interview, breaks down why the Snell-Skubal-Yamamoto rotation bromance is key to October, and devolves into an unhinged road story before setting up the high-stakes final prediction scoreboard. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro & Padres Clubhouse Champagne Drama 00:01:11 - Are the Padres the Dodgers' Postseason Nightmare? 00:04:30 - Dodgers' Alarmingly Bad 2-14 Record vs Playoff Teams 00:14:40 - Shohei Ohtani Returns: Warning Track Power & Swing Adjustments 00:28:43 - Andrew Friedman Comments: Did Ohtani Hide His Injuries? 00:32:58 - Postseason Seeding & Manny Machado "Over-Sharer" Euphemism 00:35:44 - Mailbag: Mookie vs Ohtani Leadoff Debate 00:38:15 - Skubal, Snell & Yamamoto: How Rotation Chemistry Fuels October 00:44:06 - Trevor Bauer Calls Dodgers Front Office "Snakes" 00:46:22 - Postseason Pitching Strategy & Bullpen Breakdown 00:53:57 - Trivia Challenge & Official Prediction Scoreboard Tally Subscribe and don't miss out on all the key news, highlights, and interviews about the Lakers, Clippers, Dodgers, Angels, SF Giants, Rams, 49ers, Chargers, Padres, Warriors, USC, UCLA and what's buzzing in the sports world too! Catch the latest news here: https://californiapost.com Follow The California Post Sports on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/capostsports Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/capostsports TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@capostsports Twitter - https://twitter.com/capostsports

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a late-season sweep of the San Francisco Giants as Los Angeles prepares to welcome back Shohei Ohtani from the injured list. The guys debate whether Mookie Betts should permanently replace Ohtani in the leadoff spot for October, evaluate Roki Sasaki's sudden move to the bullpen, and break down Josué De Paula's case for making the postseason roster. Finally, Jack roasts Dylan by reading through his most outrageous 2026 column takes—including his flips on Tarik Skubal, Tyler Glasnow's "Fat Now" diet, and Roki Sasaki's "dying dream"—before conceding the famous 2009 Padres bee swarm trivia point. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro & Giants Sweep Illusion 02:22 - Blake Snell Groin Relief & Rotation Health 04:58 - Shohei Ohtani Trajekt Arc Return 15:38 - Dylan's "Idiot Baseball Medicine" Rant 20:48 - Mookie Betts Leadoff Revolution 25:40 - Josué De Paula Postseason Roster Case 28:11 - Roki Sasaki Bullpen Move & Rotation Order 36:26 - Roasting Dylan's Cold 2026 Columns 54:50 - Mailbag: The Great Bee Swarm Concession 01:01:42 - Voicemails & Lug Nut Lessons 01:06:25 - Scoreboard Update, Turner Ward Trivia & Predictions Subscribe and don't miss out on all the key news, highlights, and interviews about the Lakers, Clippers, Dodgers, Angels, SF Giants, Rams, 49ers, Chargers, Padres, Warriors, USC, UCLA and what's buzzing in the sports world too! Catch the latest news here: https://californiapost.com Follow The California Post Sports on: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/capostsports Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/capostsports TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@capostsports Twitter - https://twitter.com/capostsports

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez react from Cincinnati after Blake Snell exited his start after just one inning with left groin tightness, plunging the rotation into complete panic. The guys break down the cascading effects on Tyler Glasnow and Roki Sasaki, debate Tanner Scott's polarizing analytics vs. gut-feeling closer optics, and expose the fact that MLB clubhouses use California sparkling wine instead of authentic French Champagne. Finally, the show devolves into a wild rant about Manny Ramirez nearly giving Dylan hypothermia in 2008 and a heated dispute over a 2009 Padres bee swarm trivia question. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Champagne Shower Flight Dilemma 01:15 - Blake Snell Left Groin Strain Emergency 11:32 - Rotation Cascades & Roki Sasaki's Role 25:00 - Dylan's Near-Death Manny Ramirez Story & Decoy Wine 33:25 - Tanner Scott Analytics vs. Closing Optics 46:48 - Voicemails: Blunt Columns & Edgardo Enriquez Update 53:38 - The 2009 Bee Swarm Trivia Scandal & Scoreboard

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a quiet 4-1 postseason-clinching victory over the Cincinnati Reds after Tarik Skubal’s 7 shutout innings. The guys break down Freddie Freeman's alarming right knee patellar tendonitis slump, Edwin Díaz's disastrous 5-run rehab outing putting his playoff spot in jeopardy, and Josué De Paula's electric 400-foot upper deck home run. Finally, the show devolves into a hilarious debate over Dylan's inability to change a flat tire, minor league ear-biting trivia, and whether the Dodgers should bench Shohei Ohtani for De Paula at DH in October. Chapters 00:00 - Intro & Cincinnati Clinch Party  01:23 - The 14-Year Dynasty & Franchise History  15:03 - Bullpen Crisis: Edwin Díaz & Edgardo Enriquez Injuries  26:03 - Freddie Freeman Knee Injury & Ohtani Swing Progression  35:51 - Josué De Paula Revolution & Kyle Tucker Resurgence  44:03 - YouTube Comments & Dylan’s Flat Tire Embarrassment  50:34 - Caller Voicemails: Press Room Protocol & Ohtani Tourism  58:48 - Scoreboard Update, Ear-Biting Trivia & Predictions

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez break down the emergency placement of Shohei Ohtani on the injured list, debating whether the front office's deferential treatment ruined his physical state for the postseason. The guys analyze the surprise call-up of top prospect Josue De Paula straight from Double-A Tulsa, compare Ohtani's physical breakdown to Mike Trout's career arc, and welcome Marlins reporter & LeBatard Show producer Jeremy Taché to discuss the massive $431M vs. $84M payroll gap between LA and Miami. Finally, the show devolves into a feud over Isao Harimoto's passing, Don Quixote analogies, and Dylan's conspiracy theory that a disgruntled fan slashed his car tires outside Dodger Stadium. Chapters 00:00 - AAA Nightmare at 2 AM 01:53 - Shohei Ohtani Placed on Injured List 10:58 - Did the Dodgers Mismanage Ohtani's Health? 27:31 - Is Ohtani Entering His "Mike Trout Era"? 40:54 - Josue De Paula Promoted Straight From Double-A 46:44 - Marlins' Jeremy Taché on Payroll Disparities & Rintaro Sasaki 01:23:53 - Voicemails: Playoff Seeding & Ohtani's Learning Curve 01:33:20 - YouTube Comments & Don Quixote Debates 01:38:57 - Scoreboard Update, Darwin Barney Trivia & Predictions

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a 6-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds as Shohei Ohtani returns to the lineup following a four-game absence. The guys debate whether Ohtani can effectively play through physical discomfort now that his pitching season is officially over, dive into Teoscar Hernandez's red-hot streak carrying the offense, and confront Dylan’s infamous 2022 column roasting Freddie Freeman. Finally, the show descends into an unhinged argument over prediction scoreboard points and Australian Olympic breakdancing. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro: Ohtani Returns, Pitching Shut Down 01:01 - Can Ohtani Hit at Less Than 100%? 17:32 - Teoscar Hernandez & Mookie Betts Power the Streak 28:35 - Don Quixote Columns & Raygun Breakdancing 37:36 - Fan Mailbag: Dodgers Medical Secrecy 42:18 - Kyle Tucker's Broken Swing & The Freddie Feud 53:53 - Japanese Pitching Prospects & Scoreboard Robbery 01:04:08 - Predictions & "Is Dylan a Bad Person?" Poll

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a thrilling 3-2 walk-off victory over the Cardinals to avoid a sweep, courtesy of a clutch two-run double from Teoscar Hernández. The guys dive deep into Shohei Ohtani’s physical decline — from lingering biceps and neck tightness to compromised knee mechanics —and debate whether the front office mismanaged his workload heading into October. Plus, the guys break down the September call-up snub of prospect James Tibbs, react to Stan Kroenke’s acquisition of the Los Angeles Angels, and battle through another contentious round of Dodgers trivia. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Ballpark Setup & Ohtani Panic Button 01:08 Walk-Off Win vs. Cardinals & Teoscar's Redemption 03:40 Ohtani's Health Crisis: Knee, Biceps & Front Office Gaslighting 15:44 Who Is at Fault? Ohtani's Pain Tolerance vs. Team Management 31:07 September Call-Ups: Alex Freeland over James Tibbs 38:50 Arte Moreno Sells Angels to Stan Kroenke 43:06 Fan Mailbag: Hitting Coaches & Playoff Roster Perks 49:03 Prediction Scoreboard & St. Louis Trivia

Dodgers Post hosts Dylan Hernandez and Jack Harris unpack Shohei Ohtani's pitching setback after an incomplete bullpen session in Detroit, debating whether the Dodgers must immediately shut down his two-way plan to save his hitting slump. The guys break down the Dodgers' dismal 13-14 August slide, Kyle Tucker's prolonged offensive struggles, and prospective September roster expansions featuring James Tibbs III. Dylan recounts his wild encounter with BALCO founder Victor Conte and addresses caller criticism over his infamous 2017 Yu Darvish Game 7 column. Finally, Jack and Dylan test each other's memory in another heated round of Dodgers trivia before locking in their weekly home run predictions. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Headphones & Studio Upgrades 02:21 - Ohtani Emergency: Shut Down the Pitching? 10:14 - Key Man Clause & Ownership Rumors 18:12 - Ohtani's Hitting Slump & Two-Way Mental Toll 32:28 - Offense Slump vs. Elite Rotation: Three-Peat Odds 46:28 - Voicemails: Is Kyle Tucker a $300M Bust? 53:05 - September Expansion: Call-Up Candidates 57:23 - Steroids, Victor Conte & "Commitment to Excellence" 01:05:09 - Dylan's Infamous Yu Darvish 2017 Game 7 Column 01:19:30 - Scoreboard Update, Trivia & Predictions

California Post's Dodgers beat writer Jack Harris and columnist Dylan Hernandez react to a devastating three-game sweep by the Braves that pushed the panic button in Los Angeles. The guys dissect Chris Sale’s dominant complete-game shutout, Shohei Ohtani’s alarming 11-for-48 slump since resuming his pitching progression, and whether Kyle Tucker should be benched in October for Kiké Hernandez. Plus, The Athletic's Tigers insider Cody Stavenhagen joins the show to break down Tarik Skubal’s emotional return to Comerica Park, Mark Walter's federal legal troubles, and a hilarious Vin Scully memory. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Panic Button: Braves Sweep Dodgers in Atlanta 03:11 - Flawed Offense: 1-in-13 Stretch vs. Contenders 12:35 - The Ohtani Dilemma: Is Pitching Ruining His Bat? 20:55 - Spoiled Fans vs. Mark Walter Federal Drama 27:08 - Tarik Skubal Detroit Return with Cody Stavenhagen 50:00 - Why We Hate Your City: Detroit & Waffle House Wars 54:32 - Voicemails: Center Field Platoon & Owner Corruption 01:03:10 - Vin Scully Memories: Over-served in Colorado 01:09:07 - Scoreboard, Trivia & Week Predictions

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a weekend sweep of the Pirates as low-scoring, pitch-dominant wins build the October playoff blueprint. The guys break down Dave Roberts' aggressive new buildup timeline for Shohei Ohtani's return to the rotation, Andy Pages' severe hand fracture on a 100 mph fastball, and Edwin Diaz losing the closer role to Roki Sasaki. Plus, Dylan plays the explosive studio audio from his fiery press confrontation with Dodgers president Stan Kasten over Mark Walter's legal trouble and potential sale rumors. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro: Stan Kasten Heated Exchange 01:30 - Pirates Sweep & Low-Scoring October Blueprint 05:11 - Shohei Ohtani Rotation Timeline & Postseason Buildup 15:05 - Tarik Skubal, Blake Snell & Yoshinobu Yamamoto Rotation Dominance 24:00 - Andy Pages Hand Fracture & Outfield Depth 28:09 - Edwin Diaz Demoting & Roki Sasaki Closer Transition 33:46 - Deep Dive: Stan Kasten Confrontation Audio & Sale Rumors 51:35 - Mailbag: Manager of the Year & Slumping New Stars 01:04:08 - Scoreboard, Gavin McCourt Trivia & Atlanta Predictions

California Post's Dodgers beat writer Jack Harris and columnist Dylan Hernandez recap a three-game sweep of the Rockies at Coors Field. The guys break down Mookie Betts busting out of his slump, the bizarre neck inflammation saga surrounding Edwin Diaz, and why Roki Sasaki might take over the ninth inning in October. Plus, Jack reveals the hilarious clubhouse story behind Tanner Scott’s viral "BBL" nickname, a breakdown of Shohei Ohtani vs. PCA in the NL MVP race, and a look back at Joe Torre’s most memorable quote to LA reporters. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Coors Field Sweep & Offense Breakthrough 03:08 - Edwin Diaz Neck Injury & Pitching Concerns 07:23 - Who Closes in October? Roki Sasaki vs. Tanner Scott 16:08 - The "BBL Tanner" Meme Explained 25:15 - Draft: Predicting Dodgers October Save Leaders 31:40 - NL MVP Race: Shohei Ohtani vs. Pete Crow-Armstrong 40:33 - Fixing Kyle Tucker's Cold Streak 52:36 - Should the Dodgers Retire Orel Hershiser's #55? 56:27 - Unearthing Joe Torre's Unhinged Press Conference Quote 01:03:18 - Dodgers History Trivia: The 0-for-46 Record 01:07:54 - Next Week Predictions: Pirates Series

California Post's Dodgers beat writer Jack Harris and columnist Dylan Hernandez break down an 11-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field amidst mounting concerns over an offense sputtering into August. The guys dive into Kyle Tucker’s defensive and offensive nightmare after a brutal dropped fly ball, Edwin Diaz’s ongoing arm slot crisis in late-inning relief, and the brewing NL MVP debate between Shohei Ohtani’s dual-threat value and Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic 30/30 campaign. Plus, a look into Mark Walter and Todd Boehly’s rumored Chelsea FC sale, an incredible story about Joe Torre and A-Rod, and a classic McCourt-era voodoo trivia showdown. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Uniqlo Backgrounds & Denver Hangover 02:02 - Kyle Tucker's $240M Breakdown 09:36 - Dave Roberts' Urgent Clubhouse Warning 18:39 - Edwin Diaz's Arm Slot Emergency 24:08 - Tarik Skubal's 109-Pitch Effort in Denver 32:46 - Shohei Ohtani vs. Pete Crow-Armstrong: The NL MVP Formula 42:08 - Guggenheim & Chelsea FC Liquidation Rumors 50:17 - Dylan vs. Joe Torre: The A-Rod Confrontation 58:53 - Frank McCourt's Psychic Healer & Trivia Scoreboard

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez break down the sudden $12.5 billion sale of the Lakers by Dodgers owner Mark Walter amid reports of an SEC investigation into his financial firms. The guys unpack what Walter’s hasty transaction means for the Dodgers' future, Shohei Ohtani’s key-man contract clause, and whether fan trust is permanently broken. Later, they debate Dave Roberts’ heated defense of struggling closer Edwin Diaz following another ninth-inning collapse, celebrate Roki Sasaki’s milestone start, and take listeners' voicemails. CHAPTERS: 00:55 - Mark Walter Sells Lakers Amid SEC Investigation 24:33 - Edwin Diaz Meltdown & Dave Roberts' Reaction 33:18 - Roki Sasaki's Milestone Start & Special Guest 37:00 - Max Muncy Stadium Record & Offense Recap 38:42 - YouTube Comments & Mailbag 41:48 - Voicemails: Teoscar Hernandez & Wall Street Trades 49:25 - Prediction Receipts & Trivia

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a nerve-wracking 6-5 win over the Royals at Dodger Stadium following a grueling stretch where LA dropped eight of nine games. The guys break down Tarik Skubal's highly-anticipated home debut, Dave Roberts’ fiery pregame presser accusing opponents of "bullying" the team with fastballs, and Dylan’s nuclear hypothetical roster overhaul involving Mookie Betts. Finally, the show gets completely derailed by Dylan’s chaotic story of getting kicked out of a Dearborn movie theater, and a heated dispute over player rivalries. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro & Skubal's Dodger Stadium Debut01:41 - The Offensive Slump & Fastball Bullying 06:54 - Dave Roberts Sounds the Alarm on Urgency 12:34 - Managing in Crisis & Edwin Diaz's Save 18:19 - Dylan's Nuclear Offseason Roster Wipe 21:59 - Skubal's Emotional Detroit Split 28:08 - Dylan's Wild Dearborn Movie Theater Story 34:08 - Voicemail: Which Former Dodgers Hate Dylan? 41:13 - Roki Sasaki's Postseason Bullpen Role 44:01 - Trivia: 2017 Losing Streak & Scoreboard Tally 52:25 - Lock-In Predictions for Next Episode

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez break down Los Angeles' alarming six-game losing streak, Tarik Skubal’s six-strikeout debut at Wrigley Field, and the growing internal debate over Shohei Ohtani’s shrinking two-way workload as Pete Crow-Armstrong surges in the National League MVP race. The guys bring on Arizona Republic beat writer Nick Piecoro (@nickpiecoro) to analyze the Diamondbacks' frustrating trade deadline, trade market bitterness toward LA's financial moat, and why European soccer might hold the answer to MLB's competitive balance debate. Then, the show opens up the all-new DGP Hotline for listener voicemails, triggering an aggressive breakdown of Dodgers President Stan Kasten's front office role and the bizarre waiver carousel bringing Ben Rortvedt back to Los Angeles. Finally, the studio debauchery peaks as Jack and Dylan ignite a heated dispute over the prediction scoreboard rules, breakdown a classic 2005 Milton Bradley trade trivia question, and Dylan delivers an unhinged, 20-year-overdue confession regarding a biohazard incident in Nick Piecoro’s Phoenix apartment. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - New Studio Debut & Dress Code Clashes 01:45 - D-backs Beat Writer Nick Piecoro on Deadline Frustrations 09:07 - Are the Dodgers "Ruining Baseball"? Financial Moats & Soccer Comparisons 21:40 - Panic Meter: Six-Game Losing Streak & Tarik Skubal's Debut Reality 32:45 - Shohei Ohtani's Two-Way Role Under Threat & NL MVP War vs. PCA 47:35 - DGP Hotline Voicemails: Stan Kasten's Real Role & Ben Rortvedt's Return 58:10 - Japanese Media Challenges & Ohtani Postgame Access 01:08:05 - Scoreboard Tracking, 2005 Trade Trivia, & Piecoro Vomit Confession

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a wild 2026 trade deadline straight from a makeshift broom closet studio and the Wrigley Field press box. The guys break down the blockbuster arrival of Tarik Skubal, his viral press conference callout to league critics, and how his competitive edge fits LA's championship DNA. Plus, they dissect minor bullpen additions like Kris Bubic, Dalton Rushing's elbow injury, and the Padres' aggressive farm-system trades. Finally, former Dodgers GM Ned Colletti joins the show to spill behind-the-scenes secrets on the 2008 Manny Ramirez trade, how CC Sabathia almost became a Dodger, and negotiating Manny’s iconic haircut. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Studio Upgrade & Wrigley Press Box Chaos 01:12 - Deadline Recap: Kris Bubic & Catching Depth 05:00 - Tarik Skubal Press Conference & Dodgers Debut 16:25 - Division Rivals: Padres Panic & Brewers Breakdown 19:12 - Scoreboard Receipts & New Weekly Bets 24:55 - Ned Colletti Interview: 2008 Mannywood & CC Sabathia Secrets

Dodgers beat writer Jack Harris and California Post columnist Dylan Hernandez break down an emergency late-night blockbuster trade as LA acquires two-time AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers. The guys analyze the ridiculously light prospect haul given up by Andrew Friedman, flame small-market MLB owners for refusing to compete, and share behind-the-scenes press box chaos during the middle of the game. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Emergency Broadcast: Tarik Skubal is a Dodger 00:51 - The Heist: Breaking down the Prospect Package 08:00 - "Loser Franchises" and CBA Implications 13:30 - Press Box Chaos: The Emmet Sheehan Dugout Scramble 19:44 - October or Bust: World Series Expectations

California Post's Dodgers beat writer Jack Harris and columnist Dylan Hernandez break down the escalating injury crisis surrounding Shohei Ohtani’s knee and bicep flare-ups, as the Dodgers front office refuses to place their $700 million superstar on the Injured List. The guys analyze Andrew Friedman’s trade deadline leverage, dissect Roki Sasaki’s electric yet cramp-ridden outings, and highlight Eric Lauer’s improbable five-start win streak. MLB.com Red Sox beat writer Ian Browne joins the show to discuss Boston’s wild flight-delayed heater and Mookie Betts’ complex legacy. Finally, a wild episode devolves into a direct assault on ESPN’s Ohtani gambling podcast and an unhinged dispute over the show’s official prediction scoreboard. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro & Panda Express Sponsorship Pitch 01:12 - Ohtani Injury Crisis: Knee & Bicep Drama 09:35 - Dylan Rips ESPN's Ohtani Gambling Podcast 14:04 - Trade Deadline: How Ohtani Impacts Market Moves 22:34 - Roki Sasaki Cramps & Eric Lauer's Win Streak 28:57 - Red Sox Preview featuring MLB.com's Ian Browne 48:24 - Mailbag: Doomsday Headlines & Vetoed Trades 54:28 - Predictions, Trivia & Scoreboard Cheating Drama

The California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a 6-3 East Coast road trip against the Yankees, Phillies and Mets through pure press box fatigue and spilled coffee at Citi Field. The guys break down the escalating concern surrounding Shohei Ohtani’s scratched Saturday bullpen session and 7-for-38 road slump, Will Smith’s alarming neck disc issue and the need for trade deadline insurance, and Roki Sasaki’s dominant metric surge in New York. Plus, an intense debate on whether Andrew Friedman should gut the farm system for Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, a deep dive into the Dodgers' six Top-100 outfield prospects, Yasiel Puig’s career spiral and ADHD revelation, and the launch of the official DGP Fan Hotline. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro & East Coast Road Trip Recovery 03:38 - Shohei Ohtani Knee Emergency & Slump Crisis 09:15 - Will Smith Neck Disc Alarm & Catcher Depth 12:00 - Roki Sasaki's Fastball Surge & "Small Face" Quote 18:51 - Tarik Skubal Trade Block: Will Friedman Move? 39:00 - Outfield Prospect Deep Dive: Who Gets Traded? 46:20 - Are the Diamondbacks a Real Threat? 48:11 - Yasiel Puig's Legacy, ADHD & Canadian Comeback 57:09 - DGP Fan Hotline Launch: (213) 454-0589 01:00:10 - Dodgers Trivia & Predictions Scoreboard

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a statement series win over the Phillies, despite rotation exhaustion and bullpen game reliance. The guys analyze Kyle Tucker's mental collapse under his $240M contract, Dalton Rushing's clutch breakout amidst Will Smith's murky 60-day IL stint, and Shohei Ohtani's surprise bullpen session. They also debate whether Cody Bellinger would have been cheaper and better than Tucker. Finally, a routine recap completely devolves into a hilarious roast of Philadelphia food and weather, an aggressive dispute over a 2006 Dodgers beer-glass injury trivia question, and a wild six-point scoreboard comeback. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - October Is Inevitable for the Dodgers 03:52 - Are the Phillies Still an NL Threat? 08:00 - Kyle Tucker's $240M Mental Crisis 12:45 - Dalton Rushing Breakout & Catcher Market 21:18 - Shohei Ohtani Bullpen & Seth Halvorsen Trade 24:16 - Mailbag: DarkWolf Roast & Bellinger vs. Tucker 37:38 - Don Mattingly vs. Andre Ethier Feud 42:43 - Why We Hate Your City: Philadelphia Roast 47:00 - Weekly Predictions & Scoreboard Receipts 50:45 - Dodgers Trivia: Max Muncy & 2006 Glass Incident 58:14 - Six-Point Scoreboard Comeback & Outro

California Post Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a grueling doubleheader against the Yankees from the press box at Yankee Stadium. Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivers a 9-inning complete game gem in the opener, but all alarm bells sound after Dave Roberts scratches Shohei Ohtani from his scheduled Wednesday start due to persistent left knee irritation following a lubricant injection. The guys debate whether Roberts is spinning Ohtani’s knee severity, revisit the star pitcher's 2019 bipartite patella surgery history, and clash over whether the "Billion-Dollar Dodgers" must pivot aggressively to buy frontline starting pitching at the trade deadline. Plus, Roki Sasaki touches 102 MPH in an anger-fueled outing with an oversized anti-tipping glove, Yamamoto makes his Cy Young case, a brutal city debate pits New York against Chicago, and Dylan suffers an embarrassing trivia meltdown over Greg Maddux. 00:00 - Bronx Doubleheader Exhaustion & Yamamoto’s Complete Game 00:41 - Shohei Ohtani Knee Crisis: Wednesday Start Scratched 02:32 - Is Dave Roberts Spinning Ohtani’s Injury Severity? 07:41 - Trade Deadline Shift: Must LA Buy Frontline Aces? 12:41 - Roki Sasaki & Postseason Rotation Realities 19:40 - The "Messi Effect": What Happens If Ohtani Can't Pitch? 22:50 - Roki Sasaki’s 102 MPH Outing & The Giant Anti-Tipping Glove 29:00 - Will Smith Injury Concern & Yamamoto’s Cy Young Push 31:18 - Why We Hate Your City: New York vs. Chicago vs. Tokyo 34:15 - Covering Superstars: Japanese Media Memoirs & Lefty Ohtani 41:12 - Official Prediction Scoreboard: Mookie vs. Tucker Picks 43:43 - Trivia Time: Greg Maddux Trades & All-Star Strikeouts 48:56 - 1990 World Cup Final Roast & Cody Bellinger’s "Brain Clutter"

The Calfornia Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a brutal 5-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks that cements a shocking pre-All-Star break series sweep at Dodger Stadium. The guys break down the terrifying medical update on Shohei Ohtani having his left knee drained, forcing him to drop out of the Midsummer Classic despite blasting his 22nd home run of the year. They dig into Mookie Betts' baffling offensive free-fall as his average plummets to an icy .235, and the high-friction bullpen collapse that saw Edgardo Henriquez and Evan Phillips surrender late leads to Arizona. Finally, a classic post-game breakdown completely derails into an unhinged, 10-minute argument over the front office's failure to secure high-leverage arms before the deadline and a ruthless dispute over the show's official prediction scoreboard. 0:00 - Pre-All-Star Break Disaster As D-Backs Sweep 2:46 - Shohei Ohtani Knee Drama 13:11 - Mookie Betts Slump: Can the Lineup Recover? 23:46 - Bullpen Meltdown & Trade Deadline Targets 32:16 - The Official Scoreboard War

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez break down Roki Sasaki’s highly anticipated bounce-back start against the Colorado Rockies, analyzing if his 99-mph gas can overcome a shifting command profile and an ERA over 5. The guys lock horns over a high-stakes postseason dilemma: If October started today, do you trust the red-hot Justin Wroblewski or lean entirely on Sasaki's raw arm talent? Plus, Shohei Ohtani blasts his historic 300th career home run, the locker room reacts to a newly scheduled White House visit, and Dylan opens up his vault to expose the sheer dysfunction, player mutinies, and media wars of the infamous 2007 Dodgers clubhouse. 00:00 Cruising Towards October: 14 Games Up 02:45 The Roki Sasaki Profile 11:30 The Postseason Node: Wrobleski vs. Roki 17:15 Shohei Ohtani's 300th HR & Mid-Summer Snubs 23:40 Inside the Toxic 2007 Kent-Loney Locker Room War 41:15 Trivia, Weekly Scoreboards & Live Predictions

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a 5-2 loss to the Padres after a 3.5-hour dragging game at Dodger Stadium. The guys break down rookie catcher Eliézer Alfonzo Jr.’s deeply emotional and tragic MLB debut following a family disaster in Venezuela, the internal front office debate over trading top prospects like Josue De Paula for Tarik Skubal, and the massive postseason rotation hazard surrounding Shohei Ohtani's mounting bicep, knee, and blister injuries. Finally, a classic mailbag segment derails into Dylan calling out "weirdo" anime super fans, a wild look back at Vicente Padilla being shot in the leg before Opening Day, and an unhinged dispute over a high-stakes, tiered scoreboard prediction. 00:00 - Exhausted Post-Game Intro & Padres Loss 01:01 - Eliézer Alfonzo Jr.’s Heartbreaking MLB Debut 06:51 - Cruising in the NL West & The Skubal Trade Deadline Debate 16:10 - Postseason Roster Projections & Ohtani’s Injury Calculus 24:31 - Mailbag: Roki Sasaki Excuse Wars & Dylan vs. Anime Fans 38:26 - Trivia: Vicente Padilla’s Gun Range Incident & 2018 All-Stars 49:06 - Scoreboard Tally & Unhinged Future Predictions

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a wild, comic-book-style 12-7 comeback victory over the San Diego Padres after Roki Sasaki puts the team in an immediate six-run hole. The guys deconstruct the postgame clubhouse drama surrounding Sasaki’s alleged pitch-tipping saga, dissect Yoshinobu Yamamoto's superior analytical self-correction methods, and evaluate the ticking clock on the rotation with Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow working their way back. Finally, the show details Dave Roberts’ historic 1,000th managerial win celebrated on a Triple-A field in Sacramento, debating his status as the greatest manager in franchise history, before another chaotic prediction segment completely derails the standings. 00:00 - The One-Piece Fedora Crisis 01:02 - The High-Value Card Stadium Heist 02:04 - Roki Sasaki’s Worst Career Outing 12:05 - Decoding the Clubhouse Postgame Scrum 17:54 - The Reliever Shift: Bullpen or Minor Leagues? 23:17 - Torching the Padres: Ohtani, Betts, & Freeman Click 29:47 - Is Dave Roberts the Greatest Dodger Manager Ever? 42:05 - The Dalton Rushing & Shohei Ohtani Battery Conflict 43:55 - Trivia: Bobby Abreu’s Venezuelan Reality TV Drama 53:06 - Double or Nothing: Yamamoto Strikeout Predictions

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez break down a wild, hostile takeover of Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento after a dominant 9-4 win over the Athletics. The guys unpack the brewing, viral clubhouse drama between rookie catcher Dalton Rushing and megastar Shohei Ohtani following a terrifying on-mound confrontation. Plus, a deep look at Mookie Betts reviving his swing to look like an MVP candidate again, effectively serving as an early trade deadline acquisition. Finally, the show goes entirely off the rails as Dylan drops a bizarre piece of Dodger reality TV history involving former pitcher Esteban Loayza, and Jack presents a historical managerial quiz as Dave Roberts sits exactly on the precipice of win number 1,000. 00:00 Sacramento Press Box Hate 01:08 June 29th & The Division is Over 06:09 Mookie Betts Is Elite Again 14:27 Inside the Ohtani/Rushing Drama 23:21 Reader Mailbag: Pitch-Com Nuances 38:48 Scoreboard War & Loayza Trivia

The California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a highly-contentious sweep over the Minnesota Twins. The guys break down the public on-field friction between multi-million dollar superstar Shohei Ohtani and rookie catcher Dalton Rushing following a chaotic Pitch-Com breakdown and a passed ball that lit up the dugout. They track the ensuing physical dugout interventions from Dave Roberts and Freddie Freeman as the Dodgers protect their locker room culture. Plus, former MLB veteran, Padres color commentator and host of Gwynn & Chris sports talk show, Tony Gwynn Jr. joins the program to explain why San Diego is struggling, the dark cloud of an impending collective bargaining lockout, and what it was like playing inside the bankrupt McCourt era in Los Angeles. Finally, the show completely derails into an unhinged debate over reader mailbag comments regarding the keto diet, marriage ATM rules, and a bitter argument over the official prediction scoreboard standings. 00:00 - Press Box Nap & The Twin Cities Sweep 03:47 - Ohtani vs. Rushing: The Target Field Incident 06:55 - Crossed Pitch-Com Signals Breakdown 11:44 - Clubhouse Intervention: Freeman & Roberts Step In 16:44 - October Conundrum: Can Rushing Catch Ohtani Long-Term? 22:18 - Tony Gwynn Jr. Interview: Why Do the Padres Suck? 25:54 - Lockout Shadow: Evaluating the 1994 Strike Legacy 34:01 - Changing Eras: McCourt Courtrooms vs. Peter Seidler 42:22 - Mailbag: Keto Transformations & Marriage Rules 47:51 - Prediction Scoreboard Fight & Mookie Betts Claims

California Post columnist Dylan Hernandez and guest David Vassegh hold down the fort in Minneapolis while Jack Harris enjoys a luxury vacation. The guys break down a chaotic series opener in Minnesota, starting with Kyle Tucker’s sudden exit due to lower back spasms and the mounting fan panic over his massive $240 million contract. Dylan dives deep into his latest column translating Shohei Ohtani’s candid interview with trusted Japanese media, highlighting Ohtani’s desire for a "thicker" pitching career over longevity and the hilariously public critique from his own father. Finally, the show completely derails into Vassegh recounting his infamous bank teller firing , a blunt review of Dylan’s facial hair from the letters section , and a high-stakes slate of mid-week weather and strikeout predictions. 00:00 - Fending Solo in Minneapolis & Slide Injury Residual Pain 02:23 - The Stadium Vault: Dodgers Bankruptcy Club Memories 06:23 - Kyle Tucker Out: Back Spasms & The $240M Contract Debate 13:29 - Shohei Ohtani’s Manifesto: "Thicker" Pitching & Open Fatherly Letters 21:43 - Built on Slug: The True Structural Identity of the Dodgers 24:07 - LA Media Royalty: David Vassegh's Bank Teller Cash Blunder 30:10 - Mailbag: Ghost Runners, Baby Announcements & Shaving the Beard 35:55 - Scoreboard Predictions: Doubleheaders & Ohtani’s 10 K Guarantee

Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez, co-hosts of The California Post's Dodgers podcast The Dodgers Post, recap a critical series sweep over the Tampa Bay Rays, catapulting the club to the most wins in the majors. The guys engage in a heated debate over Shohei Ohtani’s compounding physical setbacks, breaking down whether a recurring blister issue and sudden knee swelling mean the superstar is dangerously redlining his body in June at the expense of October. They also lift the hood on Mookie Betts' baffling .203 slump, exposing the massive 74-point gap in his advanced analytics that crowns him the single unluckiest hitter in baseball. Finally, the show takes a wild detour into media row nostalgia with a hilarious Manny Ramirez PED suspension flashback and a high-stakes look at the show's official prediction scoreboard. 00:00 - Intro: Surviving the 7 AM Recording Window 01:15 - Shohei Ohtani Injury & Workload Alarm Bells 08:33 - The Cy Young Slide & Mechanical Swelling 20:22 - Mookie Betts: Unluckiest Hitter in Major League Baseball? 31:13 - Bullpen Dominance & The Sandy Mound Crisis 43:48 - Scoreboard Shambles & Forgotten Pitcher Home Run Trivia

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a dramatic 4-3 bounce-back win over the Tampa Bay Rays at Dodger Stadium on pure exhaustion after a narrative-dragging road trip through Chicago. The guys break down Yoshinobu Yamamoto's heartbreaking near-perfect game against the White Sox, Mookie Betts' devastating eighth-inning fielding error that ruined baseball history, and the latest medical timeline surrounding Shohei Ohtani's left knee inflammation. Finally, a classic post-game show completely derails into a chaotic mailbag segment on Tarik Skubal trade rumors, a petty dispute over Dylan's couch-sleeping habits, and a heated, unhinged argument over the show's official prediction scoreboard that features blatant cheating allegations. 00:00 Intro: Jinxing Yoshinobu Yamamoto 01:38 Bullpen Panic & Capitalizing on the Rays 03:54 The Mookie Betts Error: Ruining Yamamoto's Perfection 14:44 Shohei Ohtani Knee Inflammation & Starbucks Spill Stories 19:06 Mailbag: Going "Keep-Away" on a Tarik Skubal Trade 25:00 Travel Grips: Cabs vs. Ubers at LAX 25:40 Game Time: The Prediction Tally & Trivia Battle 34:04 Outro: Kyle Tucker, Yasiel Puig, and Sign-Off

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a tense series win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on pure hotspot cellular data after a brutal, hours-long Amtrak delay deep in rural Ohio. The guys break down the high-alert injury scare surrounding Shohei Ohtani's sudden seventh-inning exit due to left knee inflammation, before shifting focus to the alarming inherited runner trends threatening an overworked bullpen. Dylan details the stunning mechanical adjustments behind Roki Sasaki's sudden June resurgence, while the pair trade barbs over Mookie Betts' elite defensive value offsetting an extended sub-.200 slump at the plate. Finally, a classic late-innings mailbag segment derails into an aggressive trivia dispute over a forgotten 2009 infielder and a total validation of the show's cutthroat prediction scoreboard. 00:00 Amtrak Nightmares & Mobile Hotspots 01:39 Ohtani Knee Inflammation: Reality Check 04:49 Sharing the $415M Payroll Burden 09:21 Bullpen Red Flags & The Edwin Diaz Factor 17:48 Roki Sasaki's Mind-Blowing June Turnaround 22:53 Why Shortstop Defense Keeps Mookie Betts Safe 30:07 Weekly Prop Bets: Ohtani & Sasaki Forecasts 32:56 The Old Dog Out: 2009 Dodgers Trivia 35:33 The Trade Vault: Kopech, Edman, & Prospect Gold

The California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a highly dramatic series against the Angels on total exhaustion after an aggressive three-flight connection into Pittsburgh. On their Dodgers podcast, the guys dive deep into the $100 Million Panic Button, checking the analytics and testing the fan frustration behind Mookie Betts' offensive shifts and Kyle Tucker’s underwhelming swing metrics. Dylan breaks down why championship contract deferrals mean superstars are essentially playing for free, while Jack questions whether Tucker can ever regain his MVP-level caliber form. Finally, the show moves into an All-Star PR campaign strategy against Pete Crow-Armstrong, a legendary look back at a late-night police stop involving players in Pittsburgh, and a multiple-choice trivia challenge that leaves Jack completely stranded. 00:00 The Delta Hub Travel Grind 02:02 Roki Sasaki and Yoshinobu Yamamoto Explode 06:14 Dalton Rushing and Andy Pages Tech Up 07:20 The Mookie Betts and Kyle Tucker Slump Debate 13:12 Why Championships Erase $40M Contract Concerns 16:32 The Ted Williams Comparison Breakdown 20:48 Nomar Garciaparra's Wrist Adjustment Secrets 27:58 The Shohei Ohtani 140-Inning Cy Young Prop 30:48 Juicing All-Star Ballots: Pages vs. Crow-Armstrong 35:13 Scoreboard Arguments & The Skenes Prop 41:53 Beat History: Tinted Windows and Curbside Reporting 48:24 Trivia: The 2013 Brandon League Closers Era

On this special edition of The Dodgers Post podcast, hosts Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez sit down with former Dodgers and Phillies left-hander Randy Wolf. A true Los Angeles native and the workhorse of the memorable 2009 NL West championship team, Wolf pulls back the curtain on a wildly chaotic era in franchise history. Wolf takes us inside the clubhouse during the exact moment Manny Ramirez was handed his 50-game suspension, explains how a broke front office couldn't even afford to offer him arbitration after a 200-inning season, and describes the "rough" old Dodger Stadium facilities players used to endure. Plus, Wolf shares some incredible, never-before-heard stories about dealing with a brutally honest, young Zack Greinke, and the exact piece of advice he gave a 21-year-old Clayton Kershaw when team legends tried to alter his legendary delivery. Finally, a 16-year MLB veteran gives his candid take on today's modern pitching injury crisis and why the human body is reaching its absolute limit. 0:00 - Introduction: Welcoming LA Native Randy Wolf 4:10 - Playing for Both the Phillies and the Dodgers 6:10 - From "Broke" to Behemoth: The Dodgers' Financial Evolution 8:37 - Navigating the Chaos of the 2009 Dodgers Season 10:39 - The Day Manny Ramirez Got Suspended 12:59 - Zack Greinke Stories: Bluntness, World of Warcraft & Napoleon Dynamite 15:17 - Advice to a Young Clayton Kershaw: "Don't Learn From Freaks" 17:59 - Life After Retirement & Returning to the Ballpark 19:17 - Is Dylan Hernandez Actually a "Teddy Bear"? 20:16 - The Modern Pitching Crisis: Velocity vs. Human Limits 21:54 - Could Randy Wolf Have Been Shohei Ohtani?

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a grueling, late-inning 3-2 bullpen collapse against the Arizona Diamondbacks on pure, unadulterated exhaustion. The guys confront Tanner Scott's high-leverage stability late in games before diving into an unexpected, dark examination of online fan toxicity — anchored by a classic Dylan story about a high school classmate who ended up in criminal court after firing off drunken death threats to a major college basketball coach. The crew reviews the terrifying baseline collision between Max Muncy and Miguel Vargas, analyzing the split-second physics of "de-weighting" that saved the Dodgers from a catastrophic double injury. Finally, the show ignites into a fierce war over Shohei Ohtani's historic 0.74 ERA, whether a protected six-man rotation fundamentally disqualifies him from National League Cy Young consideration, and a total on-screen meltdown over historic post-Kenley Jansen saves trivia. 00:00 - Bullpen Meltdown: Is the Road to October Already Bleeding? 09:01 - Cold Call Death Threats: Unmasking the Anonymous UCLA Bruin Troll 12:33 - The Muncy Crash: The Frightening Physics of De-Weighting 15:47 - Ohtani's Cy Young Mission: Historic 0.74 ERA vs. Voter Groupthink 37:24 - Fortunes & Phoenix: 115-degree Pizza Debates & Historic Closer Meltdowns

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a massive series win over the Phillies, highlighted by Roki Sasaki finally rediscovering his 100-MPH heat. The guys break down Shohei Ohtani’s stabilizing May performance, Kyle Tucker’s underwhelming $60M baseline slump, and an incredible inside look at Don Mattingly’s interim manager stint, including a deep dive into the vault regarding the time "Donnie Baseball" tried to physically fight Yasiel Puig in the clubhouse. Finally on our Dodgers podcast, the show goes entirely off the rails as Dylan attempts to solicit cash from the audience (and Yoshinobu Yamamoto) for Japanese fortune-telling, before the weekly prediction scoreboard leaves one host deep in the negative numbers. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Carl Crawford’s Son & Sweatpants Debates 1:45 - Roki Sasaki Hits 100 MPH Again 12:45 - The Don Mattingly & Yasiel Puig Clubhouse Brawl 16:05 - May Awards: Two-Way Ohtani & The Kyle Tucker Problem 26:30 - Dylan’s $10,000 Fortune Telling Con 30:50 - Official Prediction Scoreboard Tracking

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a sweep of the Colorado Rockies after Shohei Ohtani flirts with a no-hitter while visibly furious over his own command. The guys break down Ohtani's raw, expletive-laden frustration on the mound , Dave Roberts comparing his psycho competitive edge to Clayton Kershaw , and the back-to-back soft-tissue injuries to Kiké Hernandez and Teoscar Hernandez that suddenly jeopardize the Dodgers' outfield depth. Plus, the show goes completely off the rails over a controversial minor league bat dog that nearly wrecked top prospect Kendall George. 00:00 - The California Post Comments Section Fires Back 01:12 - Shohei Ohtani’s Angry Six No-hit Innings 05:56 - The Kershaw & Ohtani Lost in Translation Saga 12:21 - Outfield Crisis: Kiké and Teoscar Hernandez Down 17:12 - Hard-Nosed Reporting: The Tulsa Bat Dog Conspiracy 24:48 - Los Angeles History Trivia & Scoreboard Drama

Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a 5-3 comeback win over the Colorado Rockies on pure exhaustion after a brutal flight out of Milwaukee. The guys break down Mookie Betts' baffling .165 slump , Kiké Hernandez's emotional, two-hit return from major offseason elbow surgery, and the bizarre multi-day transactional saga behind Chris Taylor's official retirement from baseball. Finally, a classic post-game show completely derails into a 10-minute argument over Yasiel Puig’s legacy and a heated, unhinged dispute over the show's official prediction scoreboard. 00:00 – 21 Hours Awake: The Milwaukee Travel Nightmare 04:06 – Grind At-Bats: Mookie Betts' Brutal .165 Slump 08:14 – Kiké Is Back: From the Banana Suit to Locker Room Leader 19:49 – Hard-Nosed Reporting: The Chris Taylor Retirement Carousel 24:09 – The Yasiel Puig Tangent: Did He Build the Culture? 32:07 – The Exxon Valdez Tally: Predictions & Monday Trivia 39:45 – Eric Lauer Debut & Rockies Sweep Preview

Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez are joined by their boss, California Post Sports Editor Ryan Kostecka, who is unfortunately a Padres fan and here to gloat after their 1-0 win to open the series. Los Angeles and San Diego have a lot in common besides each having 29 wins, and that includes aging, struggling superstars. For the Dodgers, however, there is hope with Shohei Ohtani starting to come out of his slump.  And Jack makes a strong case that the Padres’ success has been good for the Dodgers.  Kostecka offers a Padres fan’s perspective on the Dodgers and painfully recalls the two times they most crushed his heart.  On their latest Dodgers podcast, the guys get into their weekly analysis of Roki Sasaki, and what they saw from Shohei in San Diego. And finally, it’s trivia time and both were able to stump each other.

California Post’s Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez are at Dodgers Stadium and hitting the panic button after the team’s 9-3 loss to the Giants. Going back to April 21, the Dodgers are 25th in batting, hitting 11% below league average, raising concerns that this sort of slump could also happen in the post-season.  In their Dodgers podcast, Dylan and Jack call out the struggles of Shohei Ohtani, who has 4 hits in his last 38 at-bats. The guys watched the superstar hit a ball out of the stadium in batting practice, then go 0-5 against San Francisco. The guys, of course, talk Roki Sasaki again, but are not quite ready to nickname him the Roki-coaster.  Jack and Dylan then check receipts on their predictions from the week prior, and they are struggling just as much as the Dodgers. Dylan nails his Does Dylan Know The Dodgers question, but Jack is not as lucky with Dylan’s greatest reporting hits.

California Post’s Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez check in mid-week after the team’s 2-1 series win over the Astros. The big news coming out of the third game was Tyler Glasnow leaving early with back pain, and the guys discuss what that could mean going forward. On their Dodgers podcast, Jack and Dylan then check the receipts on the predictions they made before the season, starting with Shohei Ohtani’s season stats.  “He can still get there,” Dylan says about his prediction that the superstar reaches 52 home runs. Finally, the guys shout out their listeners for the great guesses from Dylan’s wild reporter story from the previous episode!

California Post’s Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez take the mics after Los Angeles’ 8-3 win over Houston to open the series. The Dodgers’ 8 runs is their best offensive performance in a few weeks, however one player is still slumping at the plate. Despite taking 55 swings at batting practice before the game, Shohei Ohtani went hit-less and the superstar is now 0-17 with no hits in the previous five games, his worst stretch in his time with the Dodgers. The National League Pitcher of the Month for April will take the mound in Game 2 against the Astros, but will not be hitting, going back on earlier plans. This has the hosts of our Dodgers podcast begging the question: Would the team be better off with Shohei only pitching?  The guys also discuss whether Roki Sasaki should be sent to the minor leagues, and why Justin Wrobleski is pitching too well to return to the bullpen. Jack puts on his reporter’s hat to reveal the origin of Dalton Rushing’s dropkick celebration, before the return of favorite segments: Does Dylan Know the Dodgers, and Why We Hate Your City. Orel Hershiser gets a reference, and Bill Kaplan earns an RIP shoutout.

The California Post’s Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez are at Dodgers Stadium after their second straight loss to the Marlins, and scoring only 3 runs in those games. Is it time to panic? The Dodgers are still second in baseball in batting average and home runs, but their slumps are starting to feel reminiscent of a season ago, but with their stars more healthy. In this Dodgers podcast, the guys give out their monthly awards for April, including a nod to Shohei Ohtani. Jack and Dylan also talk Dalton Rushing and Kyle Tucker, share an incredible story about Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and give a bold predictions for one of the podcast’s favorite subjects, Roki Sasaki.

California Post’s Dylan Hernandez and Jack Harris are at Dodgers Stadium just minutes after the team’s come-from-behind 9th-inning win over the Marlins. New acquisition Kyle’s Tucker finally has a signature moment, with a 2-run walk-off, proving he’s not afraid of the spotlight and capping an impressive inning of offense for the Boys in Blue. On their Dodgers podcast, Jack and Dylan also dig into Shohei Ohtani’s worst week of baseball, and preview another game of the superstar pitching, but not batting. The guys also talk the upcoming Tyler Glasnow/Sandy Alcantara match, and of course offer up their weekly Roki rant. Then it’s prediction time, reviewing last week’s scores and jumping into another round head-first! 

The Dodgers’ star off-season acquisition on the mound, Edwin Diaz, is on the injured list with loose bodies in his elbow, an ailment that coach Dave Roberts actually faced when he was a player.  California Post’s Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez talk about that means for the season, and the opportunities for Alex Vessia and Blake Treinen. The team’s first significant injury of 2026 is likely to lead to bullpen problems reminiscent of the worst parts of the 2025 season. Jack and Dylan are always coming with a new Roki Sasaki take, and also talk about whether Shohei Ohtani should be batting in the same games he pitches. The boys introduce a friendly new segment called “Why we hate your city” and return to some Dodgers trivia, and only one of them answers correctly!  And finally, Jack and Dylan give their predictions on the Giants series.

The podcast hits a dozen, which is coincidentally the same number of wins the Dodgers have after 16 games, including their latest 4-0 rout of the Mets. As California Post Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez tell it, this game was all about Justin Wrobleski, who nearly pitched a complete game, bit finished with a career-high eight scoreless innings. It was the best pitching performance for the Boys in Blue so far in 2026, and gives fans just another reason to feel hopeful on Dylan’s prediction of 120 wins. The Dodgers/Mets is baseball’s first billion dollar series, but shows a tale of two franchises. Still, the guys have a few concerns: Roki, of course; Kyle Tucker’s slump and Edwin Diaz’s struggles on the mound. And introducing a new Dodgers Post game: Does Dylan Know The Dodgers?

On Episode 11, California Post Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez are in Toronto after Los Angeles’ impressive 14-2 win over the Blue Jays. The team is 8-2 and on pace for 130 wins, although Dylan is not quite adjusting his prediction of 120 yet. Outside of Mookie’s injury, there’s a lot to be excited about, including Andy Pages playing his best baseball. The guys once again talk Roki Sasaki, and Dylan recalls his days in Japanese baseball with an elite fastball. Then finally, the boys reminisce about being back where they won the World Series last fall … although this series is not looking to be nearly as exciting.

On Episode 10 of The Dodgers Post, California Post’s Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez are at Dodgers Stadium just after the team’s first loss of the season, to the Guardians. The game saw Roki Sasaki make his first start of the season, and Jack and Dylan have mixed feelings on how it went. The Dodgers went to the bullpen in the fourth inning, and the boys, of course, have all sorts of thoughts on the relief roster. Jack and Dylan also talk about the Diamondbacks series and how the Dodgers started 3-0 despite not even playing their best baseball. And the episode would not be complete without a deep dive into Edwin Diaz’s live trumpet entrance and how it must continue!

On Episode 9, California Post Dodgers reporters Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez bring a special bonus pod to celebrate opening day, dissecting the epic Game 7 of the 2025 World Series with head coach Dave Roberts.  The guys jump right into it with Shohei Ohtani on the mound in the third inning. “I didn’t feel great,” he recalls as Shohei gave up a three-run homer. “If I could have it over, I would do the same thing, probably call a different pitch.” When it came to the ninth inning, Roberts praises Miguel Rojas. “Something in your gut, I felt like he was going to give us a good at-bat,” Roberts recalled. “For me it’s betting on people who would die on the field to help his team win. It just could not happen to a better guy.” At one point in the bottom of the ninth, the Dodgers had just a 9% win percentage, and Roberts admits to having a few negative thoughts. “I told myself to get out of that,” he remembers. Roberts even gets nervous watching the tape. “I know I lived it, but it coulda been a dream,” he says. “What are the odds of getting out of that inning without giving any runs? … But I can look out on that diamond and say there are 9 players who are dependable.”