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First things first, we want to make it clear that this is going to be a Dodgers fan therapy session. The Dodgers have disappointed in the first two games of the NLDS, and we want you Dodger fans to let it all out. The comments should be used as a place to let out your frustrations for this collapse.Then, we have to dive into what’s gone wrong and, more importantly, what needs to be done for the Dodgers to come back and win this series. The Dodgers have won three games in a row many times this year, so they’ll just need to string together a couple good games. We’ll give our keys to a comeback.Additionally, we’ll go over the biggest X-factors for LA, and who needs to come through for the Dodgers to mount this 0-2 comeback. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman drove the Dodgers’ offensive engine for most of the regular season, but this NLDS is proving that October is a brand new ball game. Through games 1 and 2 of the series, the two superstars have been missing in action prompting Betts to comment on his lackluster production in the biggest games of LA’s season. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

For the first time in his short career, Dodgers rookie Bobby Miller will step on the mound in the postseason Monday as the Dodgers seek to avoid traveling to Arizona facing a 2-0 deficit.Miller, who finished the regular season with a 3.76 ERA and an 11-4 record as a starter, has faced the Diamondbacks twice before. Holding Arizona to a .239 batting average, Miller has allowed four earned runs and 11 hits in 12 innings in two wins over the Diamondbacks. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The stage is set for Bobby Miller. At 6:07 p.m. on Monday night, Bobby Miller will be taking the mound for the Dodgers, essentially trying to keep their season alive. No, the Dodgers can’t be eliminated from postseason contention on Monday, but going down 0-2 in a best-of-five series with the next two games coming in Arizona is as close to elimination as it gets. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Los Angeles Dodgers were blown out in their first game of the postseason. Starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw allowed six runs in just a third of an inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks cruised to an 11-2 victory in LA. It was a painful and, as Dave Roberts put it, “shocking” start to the game. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dodgers Final NLDS Roster Spots, Rookie Pitchers Dominating, Postseason Bullpen & More! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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We are going to be talking all about the Dodgers’ pitching this episode, and debating how big of a concern the potential postseason rotation will be.We’ll quickly go over the latest on Julio Urias, before talking about Lance Lynn’s struggles and Clayton Kershaw’s injury concerns. Then, we’ll discuss which rookies could make an impact in October.Do you think the Dodgers pitching issues are fixable? We’ll debate that on the show, and want your thoughts, too.After that, we have to talk about the Dodgers’ rough start to September, and if there’s any concern about the teams struggles right now.And finally, we have to say a special goodbye to our favorite producer, so make sure to join the show to give Kody some love for his last show. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers drop another one in Miami as their pitching concerns continue to grow! D-Mac breaks down Lance Lynn's disappointing start and why LA has a BIG issue with starting pitching as Julio Urias is placed on administrative leave and Clayton Kershaw struggles with his velocity.D-Mac breaks down the game and what LA needs to do in order to turn the series around and find the momentum for a postseason run! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

On today’s show, we’re going to start by discussing the Julio Urias situation, and talk about all the latest updates. We also will talk about what steps are next in the saga, before discussing what it means for the Dodgers rotation and postseason roster moving forward.After talking about the rotation, we’ll move into recapping the Braves series, and talking about what it could mean with the postseason starting in a month. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dodgers starting pitcher Julio Urias was arrested for domestic violence in Los Angeles on Sunday night.On the baseball side of things, this is a massive blow for the Dodgers with one month until the postseason. Additionally, Urias was trending toward a big pay day as a free agent this coming offseason but things will look drastically different now.D-Mac breaks down the latest details and what it means for the Dodgers moving forward. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers drop a third game to the Braves as they face a series sweep against NL rival Atlanta Braves. D-Mac breaks down the game and where LA's bats struggled against Atlanta.D-Mac dives into the postseason concerns he has for pitching as Atlanta has been able to hit against LA, D-Mac's biggest takeaways, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers lose in a THRILLER to the Atlanta Braves in a potential NLCS preview! Mookie Betts showed out as he had another multi-homer game and NL MVP contender Ronald Acuña showed out as well! D-Mac breaks down the performances from the two superstars and who has the edge in the NP MVP race.D-Mac breaks down Lance Lynn as his problems giving up home runs has come back so he discusses how this affects the Dodgers as the postseason rolls around, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today’s show is going to be action-packed, as the Dodgers are just hours away from starting their most important series of the regular season. The team is welcoming the Atlanta Braves to Dodger Stadium for four games, in a battle of the teams with the two best records in baseball.This series could have major implications on not only the postseason and who gets home-field advantage, but also the MVP race with the top four candidates for the award all in Los Angeles this weekend: Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, Ronald Acuna Jr. and Matt Olson.McKain and Pasillas are going to do a mega preview on this series, and talk about all the important storylines that come with it.Additionally, McKain and Pasillas are going to discuss who could potentially join the Dodgers as September call-ups, and the waiver madness that LA was not a part of.Finally, we have to ask: Are the Dodgers peaking too early? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers notch another W in their books as they beat the Diamondbacks! D-Mac breaks down the game and how LA is getting peak Mookie Betts! Betts seems to be in top MVP form and D-Mac dives into why LA needs to win now!Clayton Kershaw grinds out a close game and continues to be the mainstay for LA's pitching rotation. The bottom of the lineup showed out against the Diamondbacks so D-Mac dives into the bottom of the order! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Shohei Ohtani tore his UCL and it is likely he will not pitch anytime soon. D-Mac breaks down whether the Dodgers should go all-in for Shohei Ohtani as he becomes a free agent this offseason. He gives an update on Shohei's injury and what it means for Ohtani's value as he was slated to get the biggest contract in baseball history! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Walker Buehler is trying his best to make a comeback sometime in September or even in October for a postseason run! D-Mac gives an update on Buehler as he works his way back to the mound and some videos surfacing of him throwing on the mound! D-Mac breaks down Walker Buehler's role in his potential return during the postseason and whether he will come back this season or not. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We are beginning the show with the breaking news regarding RHP Tony Gonsolin, who is undergoing Tommy John surgery on September 1, which will put his 2024 season in serious jeopardy.We’re going to react to that news, and what it means for the Dodgers’ rotation for the 2024 season and beyond.After the Gonsolin segment, we’re going to talk about Mookie Betts’ MVP push, as well as Cody Bellinger and Scott Boras’ recent comments shading the Dodgers regarding his injury. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers have some players on the horizon of returning from the injured list including J.D. Martinez, who has been great for LA this season. Daniel Hudson is another name the Dodgers could use on the mound so D-Mac gives updates on Martinez and Hudson. Blake Treinen is trying to make a comeback this season but it seems like it could be a long shot so D-Mac breaks down Treinen's comeback to the mound for LA. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Gavin Lux is a missing piece to the puzzle as the Dodgers to capitalize on this run under the operations of Andrew Friedman and with the likes of Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, Clayton Kershaw, and others! D-Mac breaks down the latest on Gavin Lux as he continues to recover from an ACL injury and whether he is the future at shortstop for LA moving forward! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We have a lot to talk about on today’s show, starting with the Dodgers rotation. With Tony Gonsolin likely out for the rest of the year, the Dodgers have to decide who is going to step in and take his place. Ryan Pepiot seems like the best option, however, Gavin Stone and Emmet Sheehan could fill the role, too. We debate who should take over in the rotation, and want your thoughts, too.Additionally, we have to talk about Mookie Betts’ MVP season, and who deserves the award right now between him, Freddie Freeman, Ronald Acuna Jr. and Matt Olson.Then, we’ll get to injury news, with huge updates on the likes of Blake Treinen and J.D. Martinez. With Martinez out, Michael Busch is getting a real opportunity to prove what he can do at the MLB level. We debate if he can make an impact on this team that could get him a role on the postseason roster.And finally, the last topic will be about how the Dodgers should manage the final six weeks of this season. They have the NL West all but locked up, but don’t want to get complacent like they did last year. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers beat the Marlins in a doubleheader Saturday! D-Mac breaks it all down as the Dodgers continue to find a way to win games despite setbacks! Julio Urias once again shows out despite giving up an early run but continues to gut out another great performance on the mound. D-Mac breaks down how Urias continues to show why he is an ACE of this staff!Ryan Pepiot made his return to the Show as he impressed on the mound! Tony Gonsolin is "unlikely" to return to the rotation after a rough performance on the mound so D-Mac breaks down how Gonsolin has fallen out the rotation and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers pick up a close win against the Brewers to finish out the series! Lance Lynn had another incredible strong start as he did not allow any hits! D-Mac breaks down Lynn's performance and how he has dominated in LA since the trade deadline.The only homer came from an unlikely hero! Austin Barnes hit his first homer last night in a big moment for LA so D-Mac breaks down Barnes's game and the gritty win from LA! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Make it nine in a row for the Dodgers! It was a pitcher’s duel early in the game as Bobby Miller and Adrian Houser of the Brewers mostly exchanged zeroes. Then the LA offense exploded for five runs in the sixth inning to but the game firmly out of reach for the central leading Milwaukee club.Coming off Monday’s day off, the bat picked up right where they left off with some clutch hitting starting with the return of J.D. Martinez who gave the Dodgers their first lead of the night with an RBI double in the sixth. Kiké Hernandez followed with the go-ahead blow with a two run double and that was all the offense the club would need to.Rookie right-hander Bobby Miller was electric, rebounding after allowing a first inning run to toss 6 innings, allowing just one run on one hit. He picked up win number 7 on the season. Ryan Yarbrough allowed one run over the final three innings to pick up his first career save.Our Doug McKain is breaking down the game on another edition of the Dodgers Nation Postgame Show Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We have a lot to talk about on today’s show, starting with a segment we love called three up, three down. McKain and Pasillas are going to go back and forth saying who’s up and who’s down for the Dodgers, including specific things with each player.Then, we’re going to be giving the latest updates on Joe Kelly and Yency Almonte’s injury, and what the bullpen is going to look like for the next couple weeks.Finally, we have to talk about LA’s postseason rotation, and discuss who should be in there come October, and who shouldn’t. The Dodgers have tons of options for the rotation, so we’ll debate who the three of four starters should be. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers sweep the Rockies! On Sunday, Julio Urias might have put together his most dominant start of the season, even if the final line doesn’t show it. Yes, he allowed 3 earned runs but tied a career-high with 12 strikeouts over 7 innings against the Colorado Rockies.Importantly, he did enough for the Dodgers the win their 8th game in a row. D-Mac breaks down Julio's performance and how he continues to help solidify the rotation. He gives an update on Joe Kelly and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We have a lot to talk about on today’s show, starting with the return of one Clayton Kershaw. He’s been out since the end of June, and is finally returning to a rotation in desperate need of help.Speaking of returns, we’re going to be discussing Walker Buehler, Blake Treinen and Shelby Miller, as all three are making great progress in their injury recoveries. Could we see them back come postseason time, and what role will they play?Next, we have to talk about the Seth Lugo debacle, and share our thoughts on him calling out the Dodgers as an excuse for his poor play.Finally, we want to talk about a topic you all love — Dave Roberts — and share our thoughts on how he’s doing this season.At the end, we’ll give Fernando Valenzuela some love as he gets his jersey retired at Dodger Stadium this weekend. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers are coming off a dominant 13-7 win over the San Diego Padres, and completed a dominant series in which they took three of four games in San Diego. We’re going to recap the game, and have a special edition of Doug McKain’s usual postgame show to react to this incredible game and series.Additionally, we need to talk about these trade deadline additions for the Dodgers, and how dominant they’ve been since coming to LA. And finally, Tony Gonsolin struggled, so we debate if they need to replace him in the starting rotation. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers beat the Padres! D-Mac breaks down the entire game as the Dodgers dominate in San Diego! Lance Lynn had another great showing as he continues to show why he was a great acquisitions for LA! D-Mac breaks down Lynn's great performance and how he continues to be great on the mound!D-Mac makes an MVP case for Freddie Freeman as he continues show why he is one of the best players in all of baseball! D-Mac gives an update on Kershaw's return and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers rally to beat the Padres in San Diego in a 4-game series! The Dodgers showcased an array of defensive highlights including a robbery of a Tatis Jr HR from James Outman! D-Mac breaks down how god LA was defensively and how clutch the bats came to be!Joe Kelly also caused a stir as he had situation with Fernando Tatis Jr! Joe Kelly absolutely owning Tatis Jr from the mound and causing Dodgers fans to go into a hype frenzy! D-Mac breaks down the encounter between Tatis Jr and Kelly and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers beat the A's after a strong performance from newly acquired pitcher Lance Lynn! He provided a huge performance as he ate innings and managed to strikeout 7 batters! D-Mac breaks down Lynn's performance and what impact he can have for LA!The trade deadline for LA was quite lackluster as they did not manage to add to the starting rotation on trade deadline day so D-Mac dives into the disappointing day for Dodgers fans and what comes next! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

On today’s show, we’re talking all things trade deadline. We’ll be talking about all the moves that have been made, all the latest rumors and, of course, the moves that will be made over the next hour-plus before the 3 p.m. deadline.We will be live through the trade deadline and provide instant analysis and reactions on all the breaking news and moves as the deadline comes to a close. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The MLB Trade Deadline is less than 24 hours away, and we have a lot of Dodgers related news to talk about. We’re talking about all the latest rumors surrounding LA adding another starting pitcher, including what’s being said about Justin Verlander and Dylan Cease. The Dodgers need to add another starter ahead of Tuesday’s 3:00 p.m. deadline.Additionally, McKain and Pasillas will talk about other starter options such as Eduardo Rodriguez and Michael Lorenzen, and what the rotation will look like post trade deadline.On the topic of trades, should Bobby Miller be untouchable? We’ll discuss that.And finally, despite Nolan Arenado not being traded this deadline, we’re talking about him potentially being an offseason move — shades of Mookie Betts in 2020? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers lose a rough one to the Reds! D-Mac breaks down the game as the pitching is an extreme struggle! He talks about what LA needs to do in order to truly contend for a World Series title!D-Mac talks about whether LA has a chance at Justin Verlander as he talks openly about being traded away from New York! D-Mac talks about what LA would need to do in order to pry Verlander away from the Mets and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers squeak out a close one against the Reds! Max Muncy hits two homers to carry the Dodgers past the Reds! D-Mac breaks down Muncy's performance after rumors linked him to a potential trade to the Cardinals for Nolan Arenado!This leads to the latest updates as it seems the Cardinals will not be trading Nolan Arenado so D-Mac dives into the rumors and reports of Nolan Arenado to the Dodgers and what it means for LA moving forward as the trade deadline nears! He goes over whether LA should pursue Justin Verlander as the Mets seem to be sellers at the trade deadline! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers lose a tough one to the Reds after a shaky start from Bobby Miller! He battled through the Reds lineup so D-Mac breaks down Miller's performance and how he can continue to improve throughout the season. Yency Almonte also did not look his best so D-Mac breaks down Almonte and the bullpen's performance.D-Mac also gets into the latest with Nolan Arenado after multiple reports of the Dodgers being interested in acquiring Arenado before the deadline so D-Mac gives his thoughts on the trade and whether it'll happen or not! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

D-Mac is breaking down the blockbuster trade that’s bringing Lance Lynn and Joe Kelly to LA for Trayce Thompson, Nick Nastrini and Jordan Leasure. McKain is planning on spending this stream convincing you why this is a good trade for the Dodgers.Additionally, he doesn’t think the Dodgers are done making moves yet, so he’s going to give you some information on what could be next for the Dodgers. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The MLB Trade Deadline is rapidly approaching, and we have a lot of Dodgers related news to talk about. First, we need to go over the Amed Rosario and Kiké Hernández trades, and give our thoughts on the fits and how LA will utilize them. We also, of course, have to talk Noah Syndergaard being traded, and share our thoughts on him finally being done in LA.Then, we’ll do a deep dive into the trade rumors, starting, of course, with the Nolan Arenado news. We’ll talk about Arenado’s potential fits, and the rest of the potential trade with the Cardinals. Could the Dodgers really trade Max Muncy and/or Chris Taylor?After, we’ll move on to the White Sox, and talk about Lance Lynn and Joe Kelly as potential trade targets. We’ll also look at the rest of the starter market, including Marcus Stroman, Jack Flaherty, Jordan Montgomery, Max Scherzer, Justin Verlander and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers complete the comeback against the Blue Jays! D-Mac breaks down what helped LA get the win after a rough start from Julio Urias! He talks about the clutch bats and base running of LA that led LA to beat the Blue Jays!He dives into Julio Urias' start a bit and then dives into some trade talks as Kiké Hernández returns to LA so D-Mac dives into whether this is first of many trade moves for LA and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We have a huge show today, as we are just eight days away from the MLB Trade Deadline. We’re going to be going over the entire deadline for the Dodgers, talking about all the top targets and who LA could add. We’ll go over the starting pitcher market, the reliever market and the right-handed bat market, and give our thoughts on who the Dodgers should add over the next week.Also, we’re be talking about why the Dodgers should be aggressive, as this team is as capable of any as winning the World Series. At the end, we’ll do some trade deadline predictions, and look ahead to their second-to-last series before the deadline. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We have a lot to talk about on today’s show, starting with Julio Urias. What is wrong with him, and how can the Dodgers fix him? We debate what the Dodgers should do with him, and if there’s a potential trade out there for him… seriously.Next, we have to go over the trade rumors, as we are about 11 days from the MLB trade deadline. Who are the Dodgers linked to? Who are they targeting? Who are their best fits? We’ll debate all that and more.And finally, we have to talk Corey Seager, also known as “the one that got away.” Did the Dodgers make a huge mistake letting Seager walk? We discuss, as the Dodgers are in Texas for a three-game series this weekend against the Rangers. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers beat the Baltimore Orioles led by Jason Heyward's homer as LA continues to make strides as the trade deadline looms. D-Mac discusses the game and how LA has performed on the road.D-Mac dives into some updates from Walker Buheler and Clayton Kershaw as the Dodgers look to improve their starting pitching and they would be a great deal of help. Michael Grove had impressive start on the mound so D-Mac breaks down his performance on the mound. Lastly, D-Mac dives into the bullpen as it continues to improve after a lackluster start to the season! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

First, we have to talk about Clayton Kershaw, who’s now going to be out longer than expected. How will the Dodgers fill his spot in the rotation in the meantime? And how will that affect their trade deadline plans? We discuss all that, and things we liked and haven't liked recently like Julio Urias being back and Austin Barnes' struggles.Speaking of trade deadline, are the St Louis Cardinals, the best trade partner for LA? We’ll debate which struggling team — Cardinals or White Sox — have the best pieces for LA. We get into whether LA should trade Nolan Arenado or some other BIG pieces in St Louis! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Doug McKain is joined by the Athletic's Sam Blum to talk about Shohei Ohtani and his status as the MLB trade deadline looms! They dive into whether the Angels will consider trading Ohtani amid a struggling record and past ownership issues. McKain and Blum dive into some free agency factors that will lead to Ohtani being traded, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The league better watch out for Julio Urias after a dominant performance after a shutout win for the Dodgers! D-Mac breaks down Julio's performance and how BIG of an impact Julio can have over the second of the season if he continues with a dominant performance like he showed in New York.D-Mac goes over the bullpen as it continues to make strides in improving and providing a little more consistency for the Dodgers to become legitimate World Series contenders! The Dodgers also got BIG Kershaw updates so D-Mac breaks down the latest update, what it means for LA moving forward, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We are just a day away from the second half of the MLB season, and we have a lot to talk about. First, we have to talk about Jake Marisnick, the former Astros outfielder the Dodgers signed to a Major League deal earlier today, the role is Marisnick going to play for LA, and who is he going to replace on the Dodgers roster?Then, we’ll go into the first half grades of the season, and the latest trade rumors courtesy of our very own Doug McKain. Which players should the Dodgers target at the deadline like Jack Flaherty, Lucas Giolito, and others! Of course, we give our thoughts on the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes and whether he will land in Dodger blue this season or next! We discuss the MLB All-Star game, the MLB Home Run Derby, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Dodgers get the job done in another edition of the Freeway series! The Dodgers' All-Stars came through as each of the selected All-Stars came up with a homer! D-Mac breaks down the excellence of Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, J.D. Martinez, and Will Smith!Mookie was on a different level, so D-Mac dives into the greatness of Mookie Betts this season as he hit two homers against the Angels. D-Mac breaks down the performance from Tony Gonsolin as he put up a tough fight against the Angels, the performance of the bullpen, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands