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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