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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:

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

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a nerve-wracking 6-5 win over the Royals at Dodger Stadium following a grueling stretch where LA dropped eight of nine games.

The guys break down Tarik Skubal's highly-anticipated home debut, Dave Roberts’ fiery pregame presser accusing opponents of "bullying" the team with fastballs, and Dylan’s nuclear hypothetical roster overhaul involving Mookie Betts.

Finally, the show gets completely derailed by Dylan’s chaotic story of getting kicked out of a Dearborn movie theater, and a heated dispute over player rivalries.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro & Skubal's Dodger Stadium Debut01:41 - The Offensive Slump & Fastball Bullying

06:54 - Dave Roberts Sounds the Alarm on Urgency

12:34 - Managing in Crisis & Edwin Diaz's Save

18:19 - Dylan's Nuclear Offseason Roster Wipe

21:59 - Skubal's Emotional Detroit Split

28:08 - Dylan's Wild Dearborn Movie Theater Story

34:08 - Voicemail: Which Former Dodgers Hate Dylan?

41:13 - Roki Sasaki's Postseason Bullpen Role

44:01 - Trivia: 2017 Losing Streak & Scoreboard Tally

52:25 - Lock-In Predictions for Next Episode

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez break down Los Angeles' alarming six-game losing streak, Tarik Skubal’s six-strikeout debut at Wrigley Field, and the growing internal debate over Shohei Ohtani’s shrinking two-way workload as Pete Crow-Armstrong surges in the National League MVP race.

The guys bring on Arizona Republic beat writer Nick Piecoro (@nickpiecoro) to analyze the Diamondbacks' frustrating trade deadline, trade market bitterness toward LA's financial moat, and why European soccer might hold the answer to MLB's competitive balance debate.

Then, the show opens up the all-new DGP Hotline for listener voicemails, triggering an aggressive breakdown of Dodgers President Stan Kasten's front office role and the bizarre waiver carousel bringing Ben Rortvedt back to Los Angeles.

Finally, the studio debauchery peaks as Jack and Dylan ignite a heated dispute over the prediction scoreboard rules, breakdown a classic 2005 Milton Bradley trade trivia question, and Dylan delivers an unhinged, 20-year-overdue confession regarding a biohazard incident in Nick Piecoro’s Phoenix apartment.

CHAPTERS:

01:45 - D-backs Beat Writer Nick Piecoro on Deadline Frustrations

09:07 - Are the Dodgers "Ruining Baseball"? Financial Moats & Soccer Comparisons

21:40 - Panic Meter: Six-Game Losing Streak & Tarik Skubal's Debut Reality

32:45 - Shohei Ohtani's Two-Way Role Under Threat & NL MVP War vs. PCA

47:35 - DGP Hotline Voicemails: Stan Kasten's Real Role & Ben Rortvedt's Return

58:10 - Japanese Media Challenges & Ohtani Postgame Access

01:08:05 - Scoreboard Tracking, 2005 Trade Trivia, & Piecoro Vomit Confession

California Post's Dodgers beat writers Jack Harris and Dylan Hernandez recap a wild 2026 trade deadline straight from a makeshift broom closet studio and the Wrigley Field press box.

The guys break down the blockbuster arrival of Tarik Skubal, his viral press conference callout to league critics, and how his competitive edge fits LA's championship DNA.

Plus, they dissect minor bullpen additions like Kris Bubic, Dalton Rushing's elbow injury, and the Padres' aggressive farm-system trades.

Finally, former Dodgers GM Ned Colletti joins the show to spill behind-the-scenes secrets on the 2008 Manny Ramirez trade, how CC Sabathia almost became a Dodger, and negotiating Manny’s iconic haircut.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Studio Upgrade & Wrigley Press Box Chaos

01:12 - Deadline Recap: Kris Bubic & Catching Depth

05:00 - Tarik Skubal Press Conference & Dodgers Debut

16:25 - Division Rivals: Padres Panic & Brewers Breakdown

19:12 - Scoreboard Receipts & New Weekly Bets

24:55 - Ned Colletti Interview: 2008 Mannywood & CC Sabathia Secrets

Dodgers beat writer Jack Harris and California Post columnist Dylan Hernandez break down an emergency late-night blockbuster trade as LA acquires two-time AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers.

The guys analyze the ridiculously light prospect haul given up by Andrew Friedman, flame small-market MLB owners for refusing to compete, and share behind-the-scenes press box chaos during the middle of the game.

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