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66 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsEnjoy as J.P. Hoornstra discusses all things Los Angeles Dodgers Baseball.
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EP 22 - Insert Dodgers blockbuster signing here
December 13, 2022 21:02 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBJ.P. Hoornstra breaks down the Dodgers' luxury tax situation (1:31) and the possible impact of lifting Trevor Bauer's suspension on the payroll (5:08). Then Shawn Green joins (9:20) to discuss the busy Winter Meetings, teams' bias against older players (16:19), the Dodgers' anticipated youth movement (21:10), and the Padres' big payroll push (22:50). Spotrac's 2023 luxury tax payroll calculator J.P.'s Winter Meetings recap column
EP 21 - The High Five Hall of Fame
December 03, 2022 05:27 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBJ.P. does a quick Hot Stove roundup (1:44) before welcoming Shawn Green (5:15) to discuss the new Hall of Fame ballot – including the player who gave the most intense high fives (6:43) of anyone he played with. Then, J.P. analyzes the obvious implication of the Dodgers' signing Shelby Miller (19:53) to a 1-year, $1.5 million contract and letting Chris Martin leave for Boston on a two-year, $17.5 million contract. The Dodgers' ring ceremony prior to their 2021 home opener Link to the new ba...
EP 20 - Is Shohei Ohtani a free agent yet, and why is Cody Bellinger?
November 21, 2022 20:40 - 36 minutes - 33 MBJ.P. Hoornstra discusses the Dodgers' non-tender decisions: Luke Williams (2:12), Edwin Rios (2:41), and Cody Bellinger (8:17). Then, Shawn Green jumps on (13:50) to discuss the all-time greatest performance by a non-MVP in baseball history that we just witnessed, and the runners-up finishes by Julio Urías and Dave Roberts in their respective award categories (21:03). For further reading The Dodgers’ 2023 projected payroll: https://www.spotrac.com/mlb/los-angeles-dodgers/payroll/ The Dodg...
EP 19 - The Unmistakable Musk Of The Off-Season
November 16, 2022 19:58 - 20 minutes - 19 MBJ.P. Hoornstra kicks off a busy off-season week: Clayton Kershaw re-signs, Tyler Anderson leaves for Anaheim, and Dave Roberts finishes second in the manager of the year voting. Pressing questions remain, like how will the Dodgers fill out their starting rotation, and will Cody Bellinger remain a Dodger? Links: SCNG's "Inside the Dodgers" Newsletter Trea Turner free agent analysis Clayton Kershaw free agent analysis Andrew Heaney free agent analysis Tyler Anderson free agent analysis ...
EP 18 - Postmortem
October 27, 2022 19:20 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBJ.P. Hoornstra returns (from losing his voice!) to discuss the Dodgers' season-ending loss to the Padres in the NLDS. Shawn Green joins (2:02) to reflect on the remarkable end to the 2022 season, the lack of emotional intensity at the end of the season (4:50), how to make the playoffs more fair (8:15), how long it takes a player to get over a postseason loss (12:45), how the Dodgers' season will be remembered (14:38), the kind of offensive approach that works in the postseason (17:40), the b...
EP 17 - Taking a Gander at the NLDS
October 15, 2022 00:48 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBJ.P. Hoornstra and Shawn Green discuss the start of the postseason (1:35), the Dodgers and the Padres splitting the first two games of the NLDS (2:00), the missing mystique when two division rivals play each other in October (7:15), pinch hitting Austin Barnes for Cody Bellinger in Game 2 against Josh Hader (11:20), the goose that interrupted Game 2 (13:09), fans running onto the field and trying to grab Shawn's hat (13:50), the budding rivalry dynamic between the Padres and Dodgers (17:45),...
EP 16 - Regular season recap
October 07, 2022 23:33 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBJ.P. Hoornstra recaps the Dodgers' 111-win regular season by the numbers (1:25), then Shawn Green jumps on to discuss what stood out to him about 2022 (5:35), potentially using a closer committee in the playoffs (7:30), Julio Urias' turn as the Dodgers' ace (9:30), the potential pitfalls of a 5-day layoff before the NLDS begins (14:35), Dave Roberts' role in the Dodgers' best regular season ever (19:35), then look forward to the postseason (24:30). Link to Statcast's team-by-team leaders in...
EP 15 - The Airing of Grievances
September 28, 2022 13:37 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBJ.P. Hoornstra breaks down the Dodgers' growing list of question marks heading into the postseason. Can the lineup support a slumping Chris Taylor and Cody Bellinger? (6:00) Should Trayce Thompson start over Taylor? (8:14) Should Craig Kimbrel be on the NLDS roster? (10:10) Projecting the 8-man bullpen (12:02), planning on the worst-case scenarios (14:16) for the pitching staff, and a quick shoutout to Albert Pujols (18:31) Link to Joe Sheehan's Mookie Betts newsletter
EP 14 - 107 or bust!
September 09, 2022 20:26 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBJ.P. Hoornstra and Shawn Green discuss the Dodgers' ability to maintain its franchise-record win pace (3:00) after clinching the National League West, whether this is the best Dodger team of all-time (5:10), the Dodgers' ability to sustain their success with different star players (10:45), the ideal number of September call-ups (13:05), and the visitors' clubhouse at Wrigley Field (17:40).
EP 13 - Healing, Divisions
August 29, 2022 14:26 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBJ.P. Hoornstra breaks down the Dodgers' 2023 schedule (1:20), then Shawn Green joins to discuss his experience playing under a balanced and unbalanced schedules (3:58). Then J.P. and Shawn discuss the future of MLB with a universal DH and every team playing every other team (6:00), the Angels being put up for sale (9:18), the Dodgers' prowess at keeping their best prospects (16:08), and Walker Buehler's pending Tommy John revision (20:50).
EP 12 - Paging Dr. ElAttrache
August 17, 2022 04:46 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBJ.P. Hoornstra explores the question of who is the Dodgers' "ace" in a rotation without Walker Buehler (4:57). Then Shawn Green joins to discuss Walker Buehler's season-ending elbow surgery (6:02), and analyze the Dodgers' chances in a possible postseason run without their erstwhile ace (8:31). Shawn remembers the 2004 Dodgers' stretch run (14:31), which began with a sizable division lead in mid-August and ended with a first-round playoff exit. J.P. notes that the Dodgers employ participants...
EP 11: Remembering Vin Scully and Talking Trades
August 09, 2022 00:07 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBJ.P. Hoornstra remembers teaching Vin Scully about Twitter (1:38), breaks down the Washington Nationals' ask for Juan Soto (2:46), then brings on Shawn Green to discuss his memories of Vin Scully (5:00), his midseason trade to the New York Mets at the 2006 deadline (9:30), getting a care package in New York from the comedian Richard Lewis (13:02), and the impact on a clubhouse of missing out on a trade for a superstar (16:43).
EP 10 - Feeling a Draft
July 23, 2022 00:26 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBJ.P. Hoornstra and Shawn Green take you behind the scenes at the MLB Draft (1:37), reminisce over Shawn's draft experience in 1991 (6:32) and the '91 draft class (10:55), Shawn's experience at last week's Futures Game (10:33), Celebrity Softball MVP The Miz (15:25), and what to expect as the Dodgers take the field in the second half (17:20).
EP 9 - Rivalry Week
July 14, 2022 21:57 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBJ.P. Hoornstra and Shawn Green discuss the Dodgers' two very different rivalry series this week. The St. Louis Cardinals (2:07) have played the Dodgers very close throughout their long history, and boast the best fans in baseball (5:08) -- or do they? Shawn talks about playing against a young Albert Pujols (6:50) and Miguel Cabrera (9:03). The Freeway Series (15:00) renews Friday in Anaheim and Shawn discusses the difference between fan-based and player-based rivalries (17:40). Finally, J.P....
EP 8 - Talking All-Stars With An All-Star
July 06, 2022 17:22 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBJ.P. welcomes special guest Shawn Green (1:56) to discuss the possibility of a Dodger starting the All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium (6:13), the perils of a closer-by-committee arrangement (13:20), and the potential of a Dodgers-Mets NLCS (17:02).
EP 7 - Don't cry for me, Freddie Freeman
June 29, 2022 20:08 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBJ.P. discusses the twists and turns in the Freddie Freeman/Braves/Dodgers love triangle (1:11), Daniel Hudson's season-ending injury (7:51) and where that leaves the bullpen (9:36), possible changes to the lineup and the bench (12:20), and the last number 42 in Dodgers history (16:53). Link to ESPN's story on Freddie Freeman firing his agent. Link to video of the Daniel Hudson injury Link to LA Times column on Ray Lamb
EP 6 - Gone Without A Trayce
June 21, 2022 14:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBJ.P. Hoornstra discusses losing Mookie Betts to the injured list (1:23) and the Dodgers' trade for Trayce Thompson (3:45), recaps the December 2015 trade that brought Thompson, Frankie Montas and Micah Johnson to the Dodgers (7:12), dissects the lineup's June struggles (9:11), and the roster adjustment to an 8-man bullpen (10:38). Then (16:35) J.P. interviews Dodgers bullpen coach Josh Bard about how teams will be rationing innings between starters and relievers going forward. Link to J.P.'...
EP 5 - Swept in San Francisco
June 13, 2022 16:02 - 20 minutes - 16.3 MBJ.P. discusses the Dodgers' series sweep at the hands of the Giants (0:38), the impact of Walker Buehler's forearm injury (3:43), the success of the starting rotation (6:25), and a diagnosis of the team's offensive struggles (8:39).
EP 4 - Whose Pride Is It Anyway?
June 06, 2022 13:19 - 25 minutes - 20.1 MBJ.P. breaks down the critical bullpen decisions in the Dodgers-Mets series (1:21), including the one Dave Roberts ought to take back (3:26), Pride Night at Dodger Stadium (5:59) and the cruel irony of the Dodgers celebrating Glenn Burke (6:19), some eye-popping stats at the one-third mark of the season (13:44), Clayton Kershaw's new nemesis (17:50), an early end to Kevin Pillar's season (18:54), and invites an actual guest onto the show straight from the Dodgers' clubhouse (20:11). Link to ...
EP 3 – Fantasy Football Gets Real
May 31, 2022 00:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBJ.P. talks about the Dodgers' dominant road trip, their return home, the Tommy Pham-Joc Pederson incident, and Russell Martin's retirement.
EP 2 – The Name On The Back Of The Jersey
May 23, 2022 15:40 - 22 minutes - 17.6 MBJ.P. Hoornstra discusses the ending to the Dodgers' seven-game winning streak (1:46), loathing the automatic runner on base in extra innings (2:30), what to do with struggling Max Muncy (3:50), left-handers bunting against the shift for singles (7:24), Arizona Diamondbacks pitching coach Brent Strom's comments about the Dodgers' 25-man sign-stealing operation (13:46), more Ted Lilly talk (15:46), and J.P.'s divisive stance on wearing athletes' jerseys (17:05).
EP 1 – Pilot
May 17, 2022 04:51 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBJ.P. discusses the 2012 Dodgers led by Ted Lilly (0:59), shouts out Wheeling Park High School (2:00) alumnus Michael Grove, provides a brief Clayton Kershaw injury update (6:43), picks the best Dodger team he's covered (8:17), holds a microscope to Gavin Lux's redemptive game-winning hit (13:40), previews the 4-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks (17:09),
EP 40 - Nick Swisher
December 24, 2020 22:36 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBWe sit down with the amazing, multitalented, always energetic and World Series Champion Nick Swisher See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 39 - World Series Champions
November 07, 2020 22:14 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBThe Dugout Dudes discuss the World Series and more See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 38 - Playoffs in the Bubble
September 29, 2020 16:44 - 48 minutes - 47.3 MBThe Dugout Dudes discuss the playoffs See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 37 - Aaron Harang and "Unwritten Rules"
August 20, 2020 18:49 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 35 - Off to the Races
August 05, 2020 15:09 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBWith the shortened season teams are off to the races. Brett and Josh what is going on early in the season with the standings, surprise teams, players opting out, and how Covid and Manfred might affect the season.
EP 36 - Off to the Races
August 05, 2020 15:09 - 38 minutes - 36.2 MBWith the shortened season teams are off to the races. Brett and Josh what is going on early in the season with the standings, surprise teams, players opting out, and how Covid and Manfred might affect the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 34 - Ross Stripling
July 28, 2020 22:53 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBThe Dugout Dudes welcome the multitalented Ross Stripling
EP 35 - Ross Stripling
July 28, 2020 22:53 - 50 minutes - 46.8 MBThe Dugout Dudes welcome the multitalented Ross Stripling See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 34 - Baseball is back!
July 25, 2020 22:46 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBThe Dugout Dudes are happy baseball is back and they discuss all about the new season! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 33 - Joe Musgrove
June 09, 2020 16:47 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBThe Dugout Dudes welcome pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Joe Musgrove to the "Dugout." They discuss many things including Brett and Joe's connection with the backyard, staying ready for the season, the Astros cheating scandal and much more!!!! They also play a game of "stay or 'Mus'-go" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 32 - CC Sabathia pt 2
May 26, 2020 15:36 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBThe Dugout Dudes continue their talks with CC Sabathia. They discuss CC's chances of being inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame, the importance of giving back and making a difference in kids lives and they play a game of A, B, or CC. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 31 - CC Sabathia pt 1
May 19, 2020 16:17 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MBThe Dugout Dudes welcome the one and only CC Sabathia. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 30 - Baseballism (Jonathon Jwayad & Travis Chock)
May 12, 2020 14:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBThe Dugout Dudes welcome Jonathon Jwayad and Travis Chock, co-founders of Baseballism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 29 - Matthew Moreno
May 07, 2020 22:55 - 41 minutes - 38 MBMatthew Moreno currently the Managing Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com joins the Dugout Dudes in the "Dugout." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 28 - Dave Roberts
May 05, 2020 18:41 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBThe Dugout Dudes welcome the one and only Dave Roberts into "the Dugout." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 27 - Chef Richard Blais
April 28, 2020 16:55 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBDodgers Dudes welcome the sports fan and multitalented Chef Richard Blais See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 27 - Eric Byrnes pt 2
April 21, 2020 19:49 - 44 minutes - 41.6 MBThe Dugout Dudes continue their talks with Eric Byrnes See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 26 - Eric Byrnes pt 1
April 15, 2020 18:10 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBThe Dugout Dudes talks to amazing Eric Byrnes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 25 - Kevin Newman (Pittsburgh Pirates)
April 08, 2020 01:09 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 24 - "New Normal"
April 01, 2020 20:49 - 39 minutes - 36.9 MBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 23 - End of the Off-Season
February 14, 2020 01:00 - 38 minutes - 36.1 MBBrett and Josh discuss their little break or "off-season." They also touch on the topics of Fantasy Camps, salaries of different generations, Betts and Price, Pederson staying or going, losing out on Cole and the lure of the Yankees. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 22 – Bellinger MVP – Astrogate
November 17, 2019 23:42 - 45 minutes - 42.5 MBThe Dodger Dudes celebrate Cody Bellinger winning the NL MVP award. Brett and Josh see how close they were in predicting the other post season awards. They discuss the hot topic of if the Astros were electronically stealing and relaying signs during the season and the 2017 World Series against the Dodgers. Listen and see … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Ep 21 – World Series Game 7
October 30, 2019 20:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBThe Dodger Dudes preview the classic game 7 match up. Who is going to take it all? Brett and Josh also talk about some of the rumors floating around with Joc Peterson, Cory Seager and Fransisco Lindor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 20 – World Series Preview and Free Agency
October 22, 2019 04:53 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBThe Dodger Dudes preview the World Series match up between the Houston Astros and the Washington Nationals. They also discuss the possibilities of landing some of the top free agents and how the Dodgers may make room for them. Brett and Josh give their opinion of if the Dodgers would try to resign Ryu and … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 19 – End of the Road
October 12, 2019 07:06 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBNow that the dust has settled after the disappointing game 5 loss the “Dudes” discuss what happened and talk about what they feel is harsh criticism of Kershaw and Roberts. What happened to the middle of the lineup in crucial situations? Brett and Josh also discuss what the Dodgers might have to address this offseason, … Continued See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 18 – NLDS, It all comes down to this!
October 08, 2019 23:15 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBThe Dodger Dudes discuss what happened in Game 4 of the NLDS and what they need to do to be ready for the “win or go home” Game 5. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 18- NLDS game 3 Recap & Game 4 Preview
October 07, 2019 20:55 - 26 minutes - 25.1 MBBrett and Josh recap game 3 of the NLDS and preview game 4. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
EP 17 – NLDS Game 2 Recap & Game 3 Preview
October 06, 2019 00:56 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBThe Dodger Dudes breakdown Game 2 of the NLDS and the loss to the Washington Nationals. They discuss Clayton Kershaw’s outing and what is going on with the some of the Dodgers hitters. Brett and Josh preview game 3 and the match up of two possible Cy Young candidates and what the Dodgers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.