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“The Dodgers Post” is the California Post’s Dodgers podcast hosted by California Post reporters Dylan Hernandez and Jack Harris. This baseball podcast will take you inside the clubhouse and on the field with breaking down all the latest news and highlights from the Dodgers. Dylan and Jack will provide opinions and insights on the Dodgers quest for a championship and break down every decision both on and off the field.
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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
“The Dodgers Post” is the California Post’s Dodgers podcast hosted by California Post reporters Dylan Hernandez and Jack Harris. This baseball podcast will take you inside the clubhouse and on the field with breaking down all the latest news and highlights from the Dodgers. Dylan and Jack will provide opinions and insights on the Dodgers quest for a championship and break down every decision both on and off the field.
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