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Ep 495Episode 335 - Dodgers Updates and Injury News, Gavin Stone Thoughts, is Bobby Miller the Real Deal? & More
EThe Dodgers finally are home after a long 10-game road trip! We give some positive updates as Daniel Hudson returns to the mound today in hopes to make his return and contributions to this Dodgers team as soon as possible. Walker Buehler hopes to return to the mound as a start on September 1st and Michael Grove looks to make his return to the rotation this weekend at some point.The two rookie pitching prospects are the talk of the town! We dive into Gavin Stone's rough outings as he did not look any better on the mound against the Rays this past weekend and got sent back down to the minors. Bobby Miller looked like the real deal in his two starts. This leads into the conversations of whether LA will need to trade for a starter.We talk about the season as it's been 1/3 of the way through, pitching being not as strong, and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 494DN Postgame - Dodgers Lose Wild Game to Rays, Gavin Stone Not Ready Yet, Thompson Snaps Slump, Big Takeaways
EThe Dodgers only pick up 1 out of 3 in Tampa Bay after today's loss against the Rays. D-Mac breaks down Gavin Stone's rough outing as he only pitched two innings, giving up 10 hits and 7 earned runs. D-Mac discusses why Gavin Stone is not ready quite yet to be in the big leagues, and what he can do to improve if he were given another shot.It was an epic showdown for an early game as both teams had 7 runs by the 3rd inning came around. D-Mac breaks down Trayce Thompson breaking out of his huge slump and Chris Taylor knocking the ball around too. He gives the BIG takeaways from the wild game, the 10-game road trip, and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 493Blue Heaven Roundtable - Dodgers Trade Targets: Willy Adames, Tim Anderson, Nick Senzel, Andrew McCutchen & More!
EThe Dodgers have many holes in their lineup and bench! We discuss what moves LA could potentially go for before the trade deadline! The shortstop position is one of BIG interest before the trade deadline. Miguel Rojas has been stepping up defensively and the bat has woken up a little but there is a need for a everyday shortstop. We discuss the likes of Tim Anderson and Willy Adames being a move LA could make if they chose to be buyers in the trade market.The bench could use a few more bats with Trayce Thompson, Chris Taylor, and others not producing in the lineup. We dive into bats like Nick Senzel and Andrew McCutchen could be cheap moves LA could make to improve their lineup and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 492DN Postgame - Is Noah Syndergaard a Bust For the Dodgers? What Will LA Do With Thor? LA Loses to Rays 9-3
EThe Dodgers lose to the Tampa Bay Rays, 9-3! Noah Syndergaard continues to struggle on the mound so D-Mac breaks down the game from Syndergaard and whether he is a bust for the Dodgers. D-Mac discusses the events of the game and what led to LA losing in their first game of three in Tampa Bay!D-Mac dives into what LA will do with Thor as he continues to struggle and the likes of Bobby Miller rising up and performing well. He dives into the options are for LA with Thor and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 491Episode 334/DN Postgame - Bobby Miller Shines in Dodgers Debut, LA's Offense Beats up on Braves, LA Beats Atlanta!
EBobby Miller makes his debut against the Atlanta Braves! He was showing out in Atlanta after pitching 5 innings and landing 5 strikeouts! LA's offense came up BIG, giving the rookie run support by absolutely crushing the ball past the Braves' pitching staff!J.D. Martinez & Jason Heyward both hit bombs and the bullpen kept the Braves' potent offense at bay! We break down Bobby Miller's debut, what he can do in LA, LA's offense waking up, the Will Smith-Marcell Ozuna fiasco after Ozuna was seen nearly striking Smith again, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 490Dougout - Dodgers Sign Ken Giles! Can LA Fix Formerly Elite Reliever, LA's Pitching Issues, Varland Back in LA
EThe Dodgers reportedly struck a deal with former MLB closer Ken Giles! D-Mac talks recent performances of Ken Giles as he looks to make a resurgence! D-Mac breaks down how LA can help Giles go back to elite reliever form, and what Giles role can be for LA's bullpen. He talks the state of the bullpen as they've pitched an extreme amount of innings as the starting rotation has been inconsistent, whether LA will make more moves, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 489DN Postgame - J.D. Martinez, Freddie Freeman Power Dodgers Big Comeback Win vs. Braves, Gavin Stone Growing Pains
EThe Dodgers pull away the victory from the Atlanta Braves, 8-6! D-Mac breaks down the game after Gavin Stone struggled early and found a way to settle in! He talks about Gavin Stone's rocky start, what it means for LA, the growing pains with Stone, and more! D-Mac discusses the importance of J.D. Martinez's bat as he had himself a BIG game, going 4-5 and knocking a few homers in the ATL crowd! Freddie welcomed himself back to Atlanta as he hit a bomb and knocked in a few hits as well! The Dodgers found a way to power through the game as they notch another comeback victory in the year!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 488Dougout - Dodgers Calling Up Bobby Miller! Roster Moves, Julio Urias Placed on IL, Miller Expectations & More!
EJulio Urias was placed on the IL this past week so that leaves Bobby Miller to be called up to make his MLB debut! D-Mac takes a look at his most recent starts in the minors as he has made some strides after a struggling start early in the season! D-Mac discusses Miller's pitch mix, how good he can be within the Dodgers rotation, the state of the rotation with Stone & Miller making their debut, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 487DN Postgame - Dodgers Get Steamrolled by St Louis, Lose Series to Cardinals, LA Has Pitching Problems!
EThe Dodgers drop another game to the Cardinals, 5-10! Clayton Kershaw struggled in his start as he only pitches 3.2 innings. The starting rotation continues to struggle to pitch deep into games leaving the bullpen to exhaust more energy. The Dodgers lose the series and the frustrations show as Max Muncy got ejected in the 4th inning after having a disagreement with the umpires. D-Mac breaks down LA losing the series, Kershaw's start, pitching problems, Muncy's ejection, and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 486Dougout - Padres & Angels Expected to Pursue Julio Urías, Will LA Re-sign Urias? Why He's Struggled in '23
EJulio Urias will be a BIG topic this offseason as he looks to get a new deal! Julio has not had the best start to the 2023 season as he's some very shaky starts including giving up 4 bombs in an inning against the Cardinals this past week. D-Mac breaks down Julio's starts and why he has struggled at moments early in the season. He discusses whether LA will re-sign Urias in the offseason and what the price looks like. He talks about some other teams that might pursue Julio including NL West rival, the San Diego Padres! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 485Episode 333 - Dodgers Pitching Situation is Getting Concerning, May & Pepiot Hurt, Will LA Look to Make a Trade?
EThe Dodgers lose to the Cardinals, 16-8 on Thursday! Pitching did not look great at all. Julio Urias gave up 4 bombs to the Cardinals so we discuss Julio's season so far, how he can improve, and what this means for Julio & LA in the offseason. It did not end there as Dustin May got injured earlier in the week so we discuss the impact on May's injury as the list of injuries begins to pile up for LA.With May and Pepiot hurt, we discuss whether LA will go out and make a trade for another starting pitcher as the rotation has been hurt or inconsistent at the very least.Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 484Dougout - Big Dustin May Injury Update, Dodgers Make Roster Move, Who Will Take May's Rotation Spot, Timetable
EDustin May suffered an injury, a flexor pronator strain to his right forearm! D-Mac breaks down what happened during Thursday's game that ultimately led to Dustin May's injury. Dave Roberts announced that May will go to the IL and his return was not yet known. D-Mac breaks down the injury update from Roberts, if the Dodgers will go make a move with May's unknown return, who within the Dodgers system could take May's spot in rotation, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 483Dougout - MLB Insider Believes Shohei Ohtani Will Sign With Dodgers, Predicting Ohtani's Contract!
EThe Dodgers were quiet in the offseason but D-Mac predicts the reason is because Shohei Ohtani will be the big fish that the Dodgers end up catching! An MLB Insider believes that Shohei Ohtani will end up with the Dodgers. D-Mac breaks down what the insider said and if Shohei will end up with the Dodgers or not. D-Mac gives his prediction on what Ohtani's contract will look like as some have him getting a contract north of $500 million dollars and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 482DN Postgame - Big Walker Buehler Injury Update, Dodgers Offense Struggles in Loss to Twins, Kershaw Battles & More
EThe Dodgers lose to the Minnesota Twins, 5-1 as LA's offense struggles only bringing in one run! D-Mac breaks down why the offense struggled against the Twins and what it can do to pick up the pace for the rest of the week. D-Mac breaks down Clayton Kershaw's gutty performance as he pitched 4 innings, giving up 7 hits, 2 earned runs, and handed out 7 strikeouts! He talks about the bullpen's performance throughout the 2 games LA has faced Minnesota.D-Mac talks Walker Buehler as he seemed confident he would return later in the season so D-Mac talks Buehler's impact if he were to return, and more on the DN Postgame Show!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 481Episode 332 - Dodgers Sweep San Diego, Are Padres Overrated? Correa/Twins Visit LA, Keys to Series
EThe Dodgers sweep the Padres over the weekend! We talk about how the Dodgers have really turned around the season after a struggling start! We discuss whether the Padres are overrated as a lot of pundits had the Padres winning the division!We dive into things we liked and didn't like over the series! We talk left-handed pitching dominating the mound, how the bullpen/pitching has really carried, and different guys stepping up to the plate throughout the early season! We talk Trayce Thompson and Jonny DeLuca/Andy Pages being promoted to AAA!We finish by giving a look ahead to the Twins coming to LA for a series! Bitter enemy Carlos Correa comes town, exciting slate of pitching matchups, and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 480Dougout - The Impossible Rise of Fernando Valenzuela, Dark History of Dodger Stadium, Fernandomania's Impact!
ED-Mac is joined by Erik Sherman who wrote Daybreak at Chavez Ravine: Fernandomania and the Remaking of the Los Angeles Dodgers! He talks about the rise of Fernando Valenzuela amongst Dodgers fans and Los Angeles! He goes over some of the dark history behind Dodger Stadium and how it was built, the impact Fernando had on LA, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 479Episode 331 - Dodgers Roster Updates, Another Padres Showdown, LA/SD Lineup Comps, Should LA Have Kept Kenley?
EThe Dodgers have NL West rival San Diego Padres coming to town! We break down the showdown between the two as they are set to face-off for the second time in a span of a week! We talk some roster updates as JD Martinez makes his return to the team which meant Michael Busch moving back down!We have a little Friday fun by doing a draft between LA/SD lineups to see who can draft a better team if they were a GM in the league! Kenley Jansen got his 400th career save the other day so we talk about whether LA should have kept Jansen and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 478Dougout - Dodgers-Padres Mega Preview! Better Lineup, Keys, Will LA Retaliate, Pitching Matchup, Weaknesses!
EDoug McKain is joined by the HogWatch's Borna Nazari to do a mega preview of this weekend NL West showdown between the LA Dodgers and the San Diego Padres! They discuss the lineups between the two sides and who has the better lineup as of right now with so much talent on both teams. They then dive into the keys to each team having a successful weekend series. Clayton Kershaw was trolled by the Padres videoboard team so D-Mac and Borna discuss whether the Dodgers will retaliate!They dive into the elite slate of pitching matchups, who has the upper hand, the biggest weaknesses on both sides, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 477DN Postgame - Clayton Kershaw Shuts Down Brewers, Miguel Vargas Breaking Out, Takeaways From Dodgers Series Win
EThe Dodgers pick up the series win as they take two of three games in Milwaukee! Clayton Kershaw had himself a nice outing as he shut down the Brewers' bats! D-Mac breaks down Kershaw's outing and how Kershaw continues to dominate! Miguel Vargas is starting heat up at the plate so D-Mac dives into how Vargas has turned his season around and what impact he can make.D-Mac discusses the big takeaways from the series as LA will head home to face NL West rival, the San Diego Padres, and more on the DN Postgame Show!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 476DN Postgame - Dodgers Beat Brewers! Syndergaard Exits Early, How LA Will Replace Him, Vargas Heating Up & More!
EThe Dodgers beat the Brewers as the bats wake up and the bullpen saves LA! Noah Syndergaard exited the game early on with an apparent hand injury! D-Mac breaks down the injury and the options moving forward if Thor were to go into an IL stint. The bullpen came up big as Syndergaard left the game early so D-Mac discusses the impact the bullpen had on the game today.The LA bats woke up as Miguel Vargas has started to heat up so D-Mac dives into how Vargas has improved, certain bats improving, and more on the DN Postgame show!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 475Episode 330 - Dodgers Bench Struggles, Will LA DFA Thompson, Trade/Sign Bench Piece, Padres Series, Weekly Preview
EThe Dodgers win the series over the weekend in San Diego! We talk the good, the bad, and the ugly about the series and what it means for LA moving forward. We talk about the fight in the Dodgers offense, the shenanigans happening in San Diego, and the defense being shaky at points. We give some quick updates on J.D. Martinez, Jimmy Nelson, and Vesia on the rebound!We dive into the bench unit struggling so we play Let Him Play or DFA! We dive into Trayce Thompson's rough stretch, David Peralta, Miguel Rojas, and Austin Barnes. We then discuss whether the Dodgers front office will make a move for some depth, weekly preview, and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 474Dougout - Dodgers All-In on Shohei Ohtani, LA Could Make Big Trade With White Sox, Who Wins NL West & More!
EESPN's Buster Olney joins the show and D-Mac to talk Dodgers-Padres, early impressions, latest on Shohei Ohtani. Also, will the struggling White Sox be sellers and if so, who should the Dodgers target? LA could pursue Tim Anderson, Lucas Giolito, Liam Hendriks & more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 473DN Postgame - Mookie Betts Hits Epic Game-tying Home Run! Youth Movement Steps Up, LA Makes Statement vs. Padres!
EThe Dodgers win the weekend series down in San Diego! LA was down 2-1 until Mookie Betts hit their game-tying home run to send the game into extra innings! In extra innings, James Outman and Michael Busch come up HUGE! D-Mac breaks down the ninth inning and the extra innings! He discusses the impact of James Outman and Michael Busch on this team so far!The LA youth movement stepped up in a HUGE way so D-Mac dives into the youth movement, LA making a statement against the Padres, and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 472DN Postgame - Dodgers Win a Nail-biter! Dustin May Steps Up, Padres Trolling Kershaw, Bullpen a Strength & More!
EThe Dodgers win a close one against the Padres! CT3 hit a bomb to score 2 runs! D-Mac breaks down Dustin May's gutty performance to keep the Padres' bat at bay for the six innings he pitched. D-May stepped up in a big way as D-Mac discusses his progression throughout the season. The Padres' videoboard staff stirred some drama as they trolled Clayton Kershaw over the weekend. D-Mac discusses the troll job by the Padres and if they just woke up the beast inside the Dodgers team.D-Mac discusses how the bullpen continues to improve as the season moves along as Evan Phillips came up huge for LA in their win against the Padres! D-Mac breaks down what he saw from Phillips and if he will get more looks, and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 471Episode 329 - Dodgers vs Padres, the Best Rivalry in Baseball; Series Preview, Roster Break Down and Latest News
EThe Dodgers and Padres are on a one-way trip to a NL West showdown! We break down the Dodgers-Padres rivalry as some fans see it as a great rivalry brewing and other fans see them as little brother still. We discuss the impact of the matchup between the team NL West teams and who is set up better for success.We dive into the series preview as the Dodgers start their 3-game series in San Diego with a dream lineup of starting pitchers facing off including Kershaw/Darvish, May/Snell, and Urias/Musgrove! We then break down the roster between the two as these teams are both chasing championship, the latest news happening with the Dodgers, and more!Get Your Manta Mask and use Code: DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 470Dougout - Dodgers Next Roster Move, Breaking Down Gavin Stone's Debut, How LA Turned it Around, Muncy Walk-Off
EThe Dodgers have been heating up! LA comes off a series sweep over the Phillies and D-Mac has all the latest on how LA has turned it around after a sluggish start to the season. D-Mac breaks down Gavin Stone's debut as he had a shaky start despite LA picking up the victory!D-Mac then goes into Max Muncy's walk-off grand slam, LA's bats waking up, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 469Episode 328 - Gavin Stone Called Up! Stone's Role, Dodgers Early Season Grades, Rojas Returns, Phillies Preview
EThe Dodgers get their first sweep of the season after beating the St Louis Cardinals! They finally look like a team that is in championship contention as we discuss the consistency, some key players returning, and the bullpen improving (Shelby Miller and Brusdar Graterol).The big story of the week is Gavin Stone being called up! We dive into Stone being called up and what it means for LA. We discuss how good Gavin Stone can be for the Dodgers and what his role will be this season in the 'Show! We break down why LA decided to call up Gavin Stone and whether this is a move is permanent or just break for the rotation with injuries in the rotation.We dive into our monthly report cards! We grade the lineup, the defense, the starters, the relievers, and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts! We then dive into an upcoming series preview between LA-Philly and LA-San Diego! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 468DN Postgame - Dodgers Sweep Cardinals, Gavin Stone Getting Called Up, New Approach, Thor's Key Adjustment & More
EThe Dodgers sweep the Cardinals! LA seems to be turning it around after sweeping the Cardinals! D-Mac breaks down the win today and the series sweep as LA looks to gain some momentum after some shaky performances. He talks about some adjustments made by Dave Roberts in order to help LA secure victories over St Louis.D-Mac discusses some adjustments made by Noah Syndergaard to help him be the starting pitcher LA needs him to be. D-Mac also dives into the Dodgers calling up Gavin Stone! He breaks down why LA decided to call up Stone, what Stone can do to help LA in a championship run, and more on the DN Postgame Show!Get Your Manta Mask and use code: DN2023http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 467Episode 327 - Dodgers Biggest Concerns, Pitching/Offense, What's Wrong With Urias, Stolen Bases Hurting LA & More!
EThe Dodgers lose the series to the Pittsburgh Pirates! There were tons of concerns walking away from the series as Julio Urias had a bad outing so we discuss our concerns with Urias and what this means for LA as he is seen as the ace of the staff. We dive into what Julio's recent outings mean for LA in contract talks this upcoming offseason. We talk about the cold bats as the boom or bust offense continues to haunt the Dodgers.We discuss stolen bases hurting LA as teams are stealing bases on LA's watch and the lack of stolen bases from the offensive standpoint. We go into some Dodgers updates as some bats will be returning in Will Smith and Max Muncy but LA loses J.D. Martinez to some back issues.We discuss some of our bigger concerns as LA has a whole team has not looked their best from a pitching and offensive standpoint!Get Your Manta Mask today and use code DN2023 - http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 466DN Postgame - Dodgers BIG Problems, Pitching, Inconsistent Offense, Injury Updates, LA Loses Series to Pirates
EThe Dodgers lose another one to the Pittsburgh Pirates, 2-6! LA loses the series to the Pirates after Julio Urias's rough outing on the mound! D-Mac breaks down Julio's performance and how Julio has looked so far this season as he has had his ups and downs. He discusses the Dodgers biggest problems in pitching and his inconsistent offense.D-Mac dives into the Dodgers injury updates as Will Smith and Max Muncy look to return from injury or the paternity list. J.D. Martinez's hasn't done any batting work as he looks to work out his back issues. D-Mac discusses the Dodgers' problems and what LA needs to do from here on the DN Postgame Show!Get Your Manta Mask and Use Code: DN2023http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 465DN Postgame - Dodgers Get Biggest Comeback Win of the Year! Michael Busch Debut, Syndergaard Struggling & More!
EThe Dodgers pick up the comeback victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, 8-7! D-Mac breaks down what lead to the comeback win from LA and how they got the job done despite being down. Michael Busch made his debut in the majors so D-Mac dives into his performance, his role with the team, and what to look forward to with Busch as his stint in the majors is still in question.Noah Syndergaard did not have the best outing again for LA, struggling on the mound! D-Mac discusses his thoughts on Syndergaard's performance on the mound, his stock with the Dodgers after another shaky performance, and more on the DN Postgame Show! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 464Episode 326 - Dodgers Day Care, Muncy Out, Busch Coming Up, Concerns with Outfield Production, Pirates Preview
EThe Dodgers have players that are joining the paternity list as Max Muncy and Brusdar Graterol become fathers. Muncy was crowned the NL Player of the Week after a great week at the plate. We dive into Michael Busch getting called up and whether that is just the move as Busch has been lighting it up in the minors. He's been waiting to get his call up and this might just be his opportunity to make his reason to stay.We going into Mookie Betts as the everyday shortstop and how he looked in his debut as the starting shortstop for LA. We talk about whether we want him to stay at shortstop or look for others options. We discuss the lack of production in the outfield outside of James Outman, what that means moving forward for the Dodgers, and more!Use the code DN2023 to get your Manta Sleep Mask today for better sleep anywhere, anytime!http://bit.ly/4049M6i Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 463DN Postgame - Mookie Betts Dodgers New Shortstop, LA Rides the Long Ball, Max Muncy For MVP, Big Takeaways & More
EThe Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs, 7-3, after the Dodgers have a great day at the plate. Max Muncy hit another bomb, giving him 11 home runs in the year as he continues to hit the ball well after a slow start.Mookie Betts made his first start at shortstop, leaving D-Mac to discuss whether Mookie could be an everyday shortstop and how he looked today. Mookie Betts at shortstop could be just the change to see LA make a turn in a positive direction early into the season.D-Mac dives into his big takeaways, Kershaw's performance, Muncy's MVP case, and more in the DN Postgame Show! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 462Episode 325 - New Low For Dodgers, Moving Mookie to Shortstop, Lineup Shakeup, Injury Update, Outman ROTY & More!
EThe Dodgers fall to 10-11 after a brutal loss to the Cubs, 13-0. They nearly gave up a perfect game to Drew Smyly as the entire team reach a new lowin the season! We discuss how the Dodgers can improve and what options they have moving forward. We dive into the possibility of Mookie Betts moving to shortstop as Miguel Rojas and Chris Taylor have just not cut it offensively.We break down whether this teams needs a lineup shake up as the potential of James Outman at leadoff could be intriguing, the possibility of bringing up Michael Busch, and more on Blue Heaven! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 461DN Postgame - James Outman's Grand Slam Lifts Dodgers Over Cubs! Mookie Plays Shortstop, Bullpen Steps Up & More
EThe Dodgers pick up the victory over the Chicago Cubs, 6-2! James Outman had a grand slam that pushed the Dodgers into the victory. D-Mac breaks down James Outman and he has seen from him recently. It was a team effort as the bullpen stepped up and kept the Cubs bats at bay.Mookie Betts got some time at shortstop for the first time in his career with injuries at the position. D-Mac dives into what that means for the Dodgers moving forward as the shortstop position being so light. He talks about whether we will see more Mookie at shortstop, how Mookie looked at the position, and more on the DN Postgame Show! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 460DN Postgame - Max Scherzer Ejected, Miguel Vargas Struggling, Roster Moves, Offense & Bullpen Not Cutting It
EThe Dodgers lose to the Mets even though Max Scherzer gets tossed for having illegal substances on his hand! It was another cold day at the plate for LA as Miguel Vargas continues to struggle at the plate despite drawing walks. D-Mac breaks down what happened with Scherzer's ejection and Vargas at the plate.D-Mac dives into the big struggles LA is dealing with all season. He breaks down the struggles of the bullpen and why LA's offense is so hit and miss every game. He gives insight on some potential rosters moves and more on the DN Postgame Show! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 459Dougout - Mookie Betts Starting at Shortstop For Dodgers? Luke Williams Called Up, Big Injury Updates!
EThe Dodgers have some key injuries at the shortstop position as Gavin Lux went down earlier in the season and Chris Taylor is reportedly dealing with some discomfort on his left side. Dave Roberts mentioned the possibility of Mookie Betts playing some shortstop since they are running thin at the position so D-Mac breaks down the possibility of Mookie playing shortstop and what that would look like.Luke Williams got called up after Mookie was placed in paternity leave so what does that mean for the Dodgers moving forward and D-Mac discusses a few injury updates on Will Smith, Tony Gonsolin, and others! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 458DN Postgame - Clayton Kershaw Gets 200th Win! J.D. Martinez Explodes, Small Ball, Outman Leadoff, Big Takeaways!
EThe Dodgers grab the victory over the Mets (April 18th) as Clayton Kershaw adds to his legacy with his 200th career win! D-Mac breaks down his performance and how Kershaw continues to dominate on the mound. J.D Martinez had a terrific game! He had 4 hits including 2 home runs! D-Mac discusses what J.D's performance means for LA as they've had some cold moments at the plate this season.The Dodgers went with a small ball lineup with James Outman leading off so D-Mac dives into what that means for LA moving forward, some other big takeaways from the victory, and more on the DN Postgame show! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 457Episode 324 - Offense is Struggling, Are These the Dodgers? CT3 Batting 4th? Mets Preview and More
EThe Dodgers go 1-2 over the weekend against the Chicago Cubs! The bats went cold, and LA only scored six runs, as many bats went cold, including J.D Martinez, Freddie Freeman, and others! Is this a sign of what the Dodgers are, or is it too early into the season to overreact to a rough weekend?We give some Dodgers news updates as Will Smith heads to the 7-day IL, which led to LA signing catcher Austin Wynns. We discuss the impact of Will Smith's bat and how crucial he is to the offense.We dive into the Mets-Dodgers series and how both teams will look heading into a three-game series, with Noah Syndergaard & Max Scherzer taking the bump on Wednesday! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 456DN Postgame - Dodgers Get Hosed by Ump, Cold Bats, Base stealing, Will Smith to IL & LA Signs Catcher Austin Wynns
EDodgers lose a brutal one to the Chicago Cubs! There were some questionable calls by the umpire towards the end of the game that D-Mac breaks down. The Dodgers continue to be in a boom or bust offense as the bats go cold once again and the lack of base stealing amongst the Dodgers offense. D-Mac breaks down Will Smith going to the IL with a concussion, LA signing Austin Wynns, and more on the DN postgame! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 455Episode 323 - Dodgers Starting Pitching Depth Concerns, Should LA Replace Grove, Bellinger Returns to LA & More!
ECody Bellinger returns to Dodger Stadium as the Chicago Cubs take on the Dodgers! We talk Belli and his time with LA, how he compares to James Outman, and whether LA misses Belli!We discuss the Dodgers starting pitching depth concerns as the Dodgers are running thin on starters with Ryan Pepiot and Tony Gonsolin injured. Michael Grove didn't have the best outing last time he was on the mound so we dive into whether the lack of depth in starters is a huge concern, and if there's anyone on the market for LA to pursue.We get into Max Muncy's huge series against the Giants, whether Chris Taylor has become a big concern for LA, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 454Dougout - Dodgers Expected to Be Aggressive at Trade Deadline, Why Angels Will Trade Ohtani, Anderson, Burnes
ED-Mac was joined by MLB insider Alanna Rizzo! They discuss whether LA will be aggressive at the trade deadline in getting starting pitchers, bullpen, and other pieces the Dodgers might need in order to make a deep playoff run.They talk some Shohei Ohtani and whether the Angels will trade Shohei Ohtani. They also discuss Tim Anderson or Corbin Burnes landing in LA, and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 453Dougout - Dodgers BIG Injury News Update: Hudson, Buehler, Lux, Reyes, Rojas, Gonsolin, Pepiot, Treinen & More
ED-Mac gives a major INJURY UPDATE on the Dodgers! He provides the latest injury updates on Daniel Hudson, Walker Buehler, Rojas, and other Dodgers that could make a huge impact for LA as they pursue a deep playoff run! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 452DN Postgame - Max Muncy OWNS Giants, Latest on Miguel Rojas Injury, Kershaw Grinds, Dodgers Win
EMax Muncy had himself a series against the Giants as he hit two more home runs against the Giants in Oracle Park! He was terrific in SF and looked to pick it up after a slow start! D-Mac discusses Muncy's performance against the Giants and whether that stepback moves from Muncy changed anything.Miguel Rojas did exit with an injury, so D-Mac breaks down what happened and the latest on Rojas, as he is the second shortstop to go down early into the season.Clayton Kershaw found a way to grit out the game, so D-Mac dives into his performance, the overall performance from the team in a 10-5 victory over the Giants, and more on the DN Postgame Show! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 450Episode 322 - Astros Evan Gattis Talks Cheating, Are the Dodgers Bad? Move James Outman Up in the Lineup?
EFormer Astro Evan Gattis spoke out about the 2017 World Series cheating scandal! He made some comments about knowing Clayton Kershaw's pitches and other speculations that surrounded the situation in 2017.We then dive into the Dodgers struggles in their last 6 games. We discuss the bullpen heavily as we talk about their recent struggles. Can they fix it? Is it the biggest concern the Dodgers have? We then talk about optimizing the lineup and where Max Muncy can succeed in this lineup.We finish out by giving our predictions for the week and what we think will play out as the Dodgers play the Giants & Cubs. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 449Episode 321 - Dodgers Injury Update, Muncy Hurting LA, Dustin May Future Ace, Depth Issues, & More!
EThe Dodgers are now 5-3 in the season with a few injuries already! We give updates on the news of Miguel Rojas, Miguel Vargas, Ryan Pepiot, and how Tony Gonsolin looks as he ramps back up to get back on the mound!We talk Max Muncy as he is struggling both on offense and defense! We discuss whether it is a concern or too small of a sample size to say anything yet! Dustin May has been a star recently! We talk his recent outings, how he looks, his odds at the CY Young, whether he can be an All-Star, and more!It's Masters Weekend so we have a little fun with the Dodgers and talk about who we would want to golf with! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 448DN Postgame - All-Star Dustin May, Major Bullpen Concerns, Dodgers Clutch Hitting, Dodgers Beat D-Backs & More!
EThe Dodgers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks as Dustin May shines again! He leads the team with a 0.69 ERA in 13 innings pitched and 9 strikeouts! D-Mac breaks down some concerns with the bullpen, the Dodgers hitting in clutch moments, and more on the DN Postgame (04-06-2023) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 447Episode 320 - Dodgers One Week-ish Down, Bigger Concern Offense or Bullpen, Thoughts on Trayce and More
EOne week is down in the books for the 2023 Dodgers season! We give our BIG takeaways from the week as LA had its ups and downs as they went 2-2! We talk about Trayce Thompson's big game, Max Muncy's early struggles, and Stephen Nelson being terrific on the calls! We dive into a segment called Love It, Hate It, where we talk about what we loved seeing in the first week of baseball and what we didn't love to see as much!LA had concerns over the first four games, including the bullpen and offense in spots! We discuss where we have the biggest concerns in the bullpen and some concerns with the offense!We look ahead to this week's slate of games and predict what we think will happen for LA as they take on the Rockies and Diamondbacks! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 446Episode Opening Day Special - Opening Day is Here! Dodgers vs Dbacks Pregame, Ryan Pepiot Hurt, Lineup Thoughts and More
EIt's TIME FOR DODGER BASEBALL! The MLB season is upon us so we do a little pregame preview of the Dodgers and the Diamondbacks! We talk about what to expect from the team, our thoughts on the Opening Day lineup, and what possible moves within the lineup could mean for the rest of the season.We dive into Ryan Pepiot's injury and what that means for him, the rotation going forward, Michael Grove, and much more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Ep 445Episode 319 - NL West Mega-Preview, Dodgers Games Too Fast? Fans Are Getting Ripped Off! Kershaw Sounds Off
EOpening Day is this week! We do some preview of the NL West as the Dodgers look like they are in a race for first against the San Diego Padres! We also preview how we think the Dodgers will fare in the NL.We dive into the recent Freeway series and question whether the games are now too fast! We discuss whether we think Dodgers fans are getting ripped off for the games being too fast, and more on this edition of Blue Heaven! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands