The Dodgers Bleed Los Podcast

How much would you pay to bring back Tarik Skubal? Drea and Anthony recap the GM Meetings in Las Vegas, where the Dodgers confirmed contact with Skubal’s camp and the Mets reportedly lined up their own meeting. We get into Scott Boras’ comments and where we’d draw the line on a contract.

Evan Phillips is headed to Atlanta on a three-year, $35 million deal. Does that make Alex Vesia the priority, and which young Dodgers arm is ready for bigger innings? We also debate the idea of a Teoscar Hernández–Jarren Duran trade and how much Josue De Paula’s defensive development should factor into that decision.

Plus, the Rule 5 roster deadline, Luka Dončić’s MVP case and a look back at Veterans Day at Dodger Stadium with Orel Hershiser and Dodgers alumni.

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Would you give Tarik Skubal a three-year deal with a massive annual salary? Drea and Anthony debate whether a shorter contract makes sense for the Dodgers and how quickly his decision could shape the rest of their offseason.

MLB owners have also proposed a hard salary cap and payroll floor beginning in 2028. With the players’ union opposed, we examine the proposal, the Dodgers’ potential payroll implications, and where the lockout concerns stand.

Plus: Alex Vesia’s future, Mauricio Dubón as a possible utility fit, Teoscar Hernández trade speculation, and Chase Harlan’s impressive Arizona Fall League showing.

We finish with Prospect Passport and the upcoming General Manager Meetings and roster deadlines.

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The Dodgers’ offseason starts with nine free agents and a question: How much needs to change?

Drea, Cody and Anthony debate bringing back Tarik Skubal, whether Kiké Hernández has played his final game in Dodger blue, and which free agents the Dodgers should prioritize.

We break down Katie Woo’s reporting on a potential shorter, high annual value deal for Skubal and Jim Bowden’s comments about the pitcher welcoming a return. Then we debate a trade possibility: If Cincinnati considers moving Elly De La Cruz, would you include Josue De Paula in a package?

Plus, Milwaukee wins its first World Series championship in five games. How good was this Brewers team, and where does it rank among recent champions?

We also look ahead to the General Manager Meetings and offseason deadlines before finishing with Halloween baseball memories and favorite candy.

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Could an 18-year-old Japanese pitcher be part of the Dodgers’ future? Drea and Anthony break down the Shoki Oda rumors, the competition for his signature, and why the right development system could decide his next move. A Dodgers signing has not been officially announced.

Then, we react to the Brewers owner’s “Built Not Bought” remark and Milwaukee’s 2-0 World Series lead. Are Dodgers fans still watching?

Also on the show: Will Klein’s elbow surgery, MLB lockout concerns and the salary cap debate, Savannah Bananas tickets, Dave Roberts’ Manager of the Year chances, and the Lakers’ 3-0 start.

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Good news for Shohei Ohtani, a major setback for Dalton Rushing and a potentially fast-moving market for Tarik Skubal. What do the Dodgers’ latest updates mean for their offseason?

Drea, Cody and Anthony react to the end-of-season press conference, including Ohtani avoiding surgery, the need to incorporate younger players and Mark Walter’s sentiments after the NLCS sweep.

They also discuss Rushing’s expected nine-month recovery, Skubal potentially signing before December 1 and how CBA uncertainty could shape roster decisions and spring training.

Plus: The Brewers’ “Timeless Ticket” controversy, World Series ticket prices and ratings, and whether Dave Roberts will finish in the top three for Manager of the Year.

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A rotation built for October. A lineup full of stars. A four-game NLCS exit. How much do the Dodgers need to change?

Drea, Cody and Anthony examine the sweep by Milwaukee, the offense’s struggles and whether Los Angeles needs to prioritize youth and athleticism heading into 2027.

Then comes the roster debate: Who should return among Kiké Hernández, Alex Vesia, Evan Phillips and Tarik Skubal? And how should the Dodgers approach Shohei Ohtani’s future as a two-way player?

Plus: Hyeseong Kim reflects on a disappointing season, emotional messages from Kiké and Vesia, offseason timing and whether we’ll keep watching the World Series without LA.

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A three-run homer from Shohei Ohtani. A 4-0 Dodgers lead. And still, the end of the season.

Bleed Los Podcast reacts to the Dodgers’ NLCS Game 4 elimination against Milwaukee and the questions this finish leaves behind.

We break down Ohtani’s return to leadoff, Tyler Glasnow’s fifth-inning exit, Kyle Tucker, the bullpen and an offense hurt by double plays and missed opportunities.

How did the Brewers keep answering? Why couldn’t the Dodgers’ celebrated rotation stop them? And should Los Angeles rethink its offensive approach after watching Milwaukee execute throughout the series?

Plus: William Contreras’ impact, what Andrew Friedman needs to address and the Dodgers’ most pressing offseason needs.

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The Dodgers kept Shohei Ohtani in the lineup. Was it the right call—and what can change their fortunes against Milwaukee?

Cody and Drea react to NLCS Game 3, from Blake Snell’s first-pitch homer allowed to the Dodgers’ missed opportunities in the third and sixth. They debate the lineup order, Max Muncy pinch-hitting for Andy Pages and the balance between trusting Ohtani and doing what gives the team its best chance to win.

Plus: Pat Murphy’s confidence, the Brewers’ execution and whether Tyler Glasnow can give Los Angeles the start it needs in Game 4.

They also discuss the reported Game 1 audience, Dodgers Gold Glove finalists, the Tarik Skubal contract report and happy news for Will and Cara Smith.

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Yamamoto couldn’t get through the third, Shohei Ohtani moved to cleanup, and the bullpen faced another test. Which Dodgers decisions deserve the most scrutiny after NLCS Game 2?

Drea, Cody and Anthony break down Milwaukee’s approach against Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Shohei Ohtani’s at-bats and the Dodgers’ effort to manufacture runs with Tommy Edman back in the lineup.

Plus: Could Roki Sasaki have gone another inning? We discuss the move to Kris Bubic, William Contreras’ game-tying homer, Brock Stewart’s bases-loaded jam and Will Smith’s decision not to request an ABS challenge.

With the series heading to Dodger Stadium, we look ahead to Blake Snell in Game 3 and the adjustments Los Angeles needs most.

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Missed opportunities, sloppy play and double plays: What must the Dodgers clean up after NLCS Game 1 against the Brewers?

Drea and Cody break down Tarik Skubal’s five-inning start, Shohei Ohtani’s contributions, Andy Pages’ RBI and a bases-loaded chance that went to waste. They also discuss Evan Phillips striking out the side, Milwaukee’s pitching and the Dodgers’ decision to carry Justin Wrobleski over Emmet Sheehan.

Plus: Should Dave Roberts change the lineup for Game 2? How confident are we heading into the next game, and where does Dustin May fit into this series?

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