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Dodger Talk with David Vassegh, Ned Colletti, Jerry Hairston Jr and Nomar Garciaparra, bringing you the latest on the Los Angeles Dodgers.

David Vassegh


    • Jul 9, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • daily NEW EPISODES
    • 24m AVG DURATION
    • 4,716 EPISODES

    4.2 from 333 ratings Listeners of Dodger Talk that love the show mention: dv, nomar, big mac, dodgers, dodger fan, love the info, kennedy, analysts, callers, 2021, baseball, david, blue, aka, players, dave, coaches, negative, much love, monday.


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    The Dodger Talk podcast is a must-listen for any fan of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hosted by David Vassegh, the show offers insightful analysis, recaps of games, and fan reactions. Vassegh's informed opinions and inside knowledge make him a great host who provides valuable insight into the team and its players. One of the best aspects of this podcast is the supporting cast, including Tim Cates, who complements Vassegh's personality with his patient and forgiving approach to callers. The show is a great resource for fans who don't get much live game time, providing recaps and discussions about the team. Overall, it's a fantastic podcast that keeps listeners engaged with Dodger baseball.

    One of the best aspects of The Dodger Talk podcast is David Vassegh's deep knowledge of Dodgers baseball and his ability to provide solid insight and analysis. He has earned the trust and respect of the players, allowing him to offer insider information without compromising his relationships. Additionally, his willingness to listen to callers who are direct and to-the-point enhances the quality of the show. The supporting cast, including Colletti's insight and guest appearances from former players like Nomar Garciaparra and Orel Hershiser, add value to each episode.

    However, one negative aspect of the podcast is Vassegh's occasional condescension towards callers. While he may have extensive knowledge about the game, it can come across as belittling when he dismisses or ridicules callers who may not have the same level of expertise. This can deter some listeners from fully enjoying the show.

    In conclusion, The Dodger Talk podcast hosted by David Vassegh is an informative and engaging resource for Dodgers fans. Despite some occasional condescension towards callers, Vassegh's depth of knowledge about Dodgers baseball shines through in his insights and analysis. The supporting cast adds further value to each episode, making it a must-listen for any fan of the Dodgers.



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    Dodgers on Deck (7-8-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 35:49


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers lose their 5th straight game. Shohei Ohtani and Clayton Kershaw talk to the media. Kenley Jansen talks about Clayton Kershaw joining the 3,000 strikeout club.

    Freddie Freeman (7-8-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 5:30 Transcription Available


    Freddie talks about being selected to his 9th All-Star Game, playing the Midsummer Classic in Atlanta, and his appreciation for Dodger fans. 

    Dodgers on Deck (7-8-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 41:40 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates walks you up to first pitch between the Dodgers and Brewers. A Hoffy Magical Moment from 1959. DV chats with Rick Monday and Freddie Freeman. 

    Dodger Talk (7-7-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 42:31 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers fall to the Brewers, 9-1. Clayton Kershaw talks about being selected to his 11th Mid-Summer Classic. DV reccounts his trip down Milwaukee's slide in 2022. 

    Tommy Edman (7-7-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 4:50 Transcription Available


    Tommy talks about the difference between playing third base versus up the middle, witnessing Clayton Kershaw's 3,000 strikeout, and the team's room for improvement. 

    Dodgers on Deck (7-7-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 41:48 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the Brewers. Dave Roberts talks to the media after Kiké Hernandez is put on the IL. DV catches up with Rick Monday and Tommy Edman. 

    Dodger Talk (7-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 35:27 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers get swept by the Astros. Dave Roberts gives injury updates on Teoscar, Tommy, and Kiké. Behind the scenes sound from Dave Roberts announcing the Dodgers All-Stars.

    Blake Treinen (7-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 6:57 Transcription Available


    Blake gives an update on his injury rehab, talks about glorifying God with his pitching , and shares why this injury has been the toughest of his career.

    Dodgers on Deck (7-6-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 42:02 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready for the series finale between the Dodgers and Astros. A Hoffy Magical Moment from 1942. Charlie Steiner reunites with Rick Monday. DV catches up with Blake Treinen. 

    Dodger Talk (7-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 33:38 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers fall to the Astros, 6-4. Mookie Betts talks to the media. DV shares part of his pregame conversation with Blake Snell. 

    Blake Snell (7-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 7:35 Transcription Available


    It's another edition of SnellZilla Saturday! Blake talks about feeling good after facing live hitters, the next step in his rehab, and Clayton Kershaw joining the 3,000 strikeout club. 

    Dodgers on Deck (7-5-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 47:20 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates walks you up to first pitch between the Dodgers and Astros. Dave Roberts talks about Blake Snell's session against live batters, DV catches up with Rick Monday and Blake Snell. 

    Dodger Talk (7-4-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 43:16 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Astros trounce the Dodgers, 18-1. Ben Casparius talks to the media. DV shares his pregame interview with Mr. 3,000, Clayton Kershaw. 

    Clayton Kershaw (7-4-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 8:04 Transcription Available


    Clayton talks about joining the 3,000 strikeout club, being gifted the pitching rubber, and Freddie Freeman's consistency.

    Dodgers on Deck (7-4-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 41:37 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the Astros on The 4th of July. Dave Roberts talks about the plan for third base without Max Muncy. A Rick Monday Hoffy Magical Moment. Rick talks to DV before throwing out the first pitch. DV catches up with Mr. 3,000, Clayton Kershaw. 

    Dodger Talk (7-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 38:01 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers sweep the White Sox. Dustin May talks to the media after his best start of the season. DV shares Clayton Kershaw's toast to the team after his 3000th strikeout. Max Muncy gives an update on his knee. Freddie Freeman talks about returning to Atlanta for the All-Star Game. 

    Freddie Freeman Postgame (7-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 1:15 Transcription Available


    Freddie talks about his superb night at the plate and Dustin May's exceptional outing. 

    Dodgers on Deck (7-3-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 42:05 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready for the series finale between the Dodgers and White Sox. Dave Roberts gives an encouraging update on Max Muncy's knee. DV catches up with Rick Monday. 

    Dodger Talk (Kershaw joins 3,000 K club) (7-2-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 61:44 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after Clayton Kershaw becomes just the 20th pitcher in MLB history with 3,000 strikeouts. Clayton talks to the media on his historic night. Matthew Stafford congratulates Clayton for his incredible accomplishment. 

    Freddie Freeman Postgame (7-2-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 1:32 Transcription Available


    Freddie talks about Clayton Kershaw's historic night, and his clutch walk-off single. 

    Dodgers on Deck (7-2-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 41:57 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates walks you up to first pitch between the Dodgers and White Sox. Dave Roberts talks about Clayton Kershaw being three striekouts away from 3,000. DV and Rick Monday talk about how rare it is to witness a pitcher reach 3,000 K's.

    Dodger Talk (7-1-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 32:53 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers defeat the White Sox, 6-1. DV shares his postgame interview with Michael Conforto. Shohei Ohtani talks to Kirsten Watson after hitting his 30th HR of the season. 

    Michael Conforto Postgame (7-1-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 1:31 Transcription Available


    Michael talks about getting early run support for Yoshi, his clutch 2-run single, and two stellar plays he made in foul territory.

    Miguel Vargas (7-1-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 4:45 Transcription Available


    DV catches up with the former Dodger and current White Sox infielder. Miguel talks his great 1st half, Andy Pages' success, and the possibility of playing in the All-Star game. 

    Dodgers on Deck (7-1-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 41:47 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the White Sox. Dave Roberts talks about Yoshi Yamamoto and Mookie Betts. DV catches up with Rick Monday and Miguel Vargas. 

    Dodger Talk (6-30-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 47:50 Transcription Available


    Off-day Dodger Talk with David Vassegh as the Dodgers begin a series with the Chicago White Sox.

    Kiké Hernández Postgame (6-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 1:09 Transcription Available


    Kiké talks about his go-ahead 2-run HR, and the Dodgers successful road trip. 

    Dodger Talk (6-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 39:05 Transcription Available


    A special edition of Rain Delay Dodger Talk. Tim Cates takes your calls and talks about the All-Star Game in Atlanta. He celebrates the 35th anniversary of Fernando Valenzuela's no-hitter, and talks about a possible trade for a starter at the deadline. 

    Bob Kendrick (6-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 7:58 Transcription Available


    To celebrate the annual Salute to the Negro Leagues in Kansas City, DV chats with President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Bob talks about Jackie Robinson's time with the Kansas City Monarchs, Roy Campanella becoming a pro at 15, Shohei Ohtani, and the Negro League's influence on baseball in Japan. 

    Dodgers on Deck (6-29-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 48:56 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready for the rubber game between the Dodgers and Royals. A Fernando Valenzuela Magical Moment. To celebrate the annual Salute to the Negro Leagues, DV chats with the President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, Bob Kendrick. 

    Dodger Talk (6-28-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 33:56


    Tim Cates takes your calls after the Dodgers fall to the Royals, 9-5. Ben Casparius and Dave Roberts talk to the media.

    Alex Vesia (6-28-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 6:13 Transcription Available


    Alex talks about learning from veterans like Kenley Jansen and mentoring younger pitchers like Jack Dreyer and Ben Casparius. He also shares his excitement to watch Clayton Kershaw reach 3,000 strikeouts. 

    Dodgers on Deck (6-28-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 41:35 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates walks you up to first pitch between the Dodgers and Royals. Dave Roberts shares the plan for Shohei's 3rd start of the season. DV catches up with Rick Monday and Alex Vesia. 

    Dodger Talk (6-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 30:37 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates takes your calls after the Dodgers defeat the Royals, 5-4. Dave Roberts talks to the media after the win.

    Mookie Betts Postgame (6-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 1:15 Transcription Available


    Mookie talks about the game-ending double play and his go-ahead RBI single in the 5th. 

    Teoscar Hernández (6-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 5:24 Transcription Available


    Teoscar talks about his decision to not defend his Home Run Derby title, Andy Pages success, and the sunflower seeds celebration. 

    Dodgers on Deck (6-27-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 41:45 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series in Kansas City. A Hoffy Moment from 1980. DV catches up with Teoscar Hernández. 

    Dodger Talk (6-26-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 43:29 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates takes your calls after the Dodgers beat the Rockies, 3-1. Will Smith talks about Clayton Kershaw's stellar start and Kershaw being just 3 K's from 3,000.

    Freddie Freeman Postgame (6-26-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 1:14 Transcription Available


    Freddie talks about the game-ending double play, his go-ahead RBI single, and Clayton Kershaw's strong outing moving just 3 K's away from 3,000.

    Kiké Hernandez (6-26-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 6:31 Transcription Available


    Kiké talks about being teammates with Clayton Kershaw, and the future Hall of Famer's chase for 3,000.

    Dodgers on Deck (6-26-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 41:48 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready for the series finale between the Dodgers and Rockies. It's Kershaw Day and the future Hall of Famer is 8 strikeouts away from 3,000. DV catches up with Kiké Hernandez.

    Michael Conforto (6-25-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 1:15 Transcription Available


    Michael talks to DV about the dead fish handshake after hitting another HR in the Dodgers 8-1 win over the Rockies. 

    Dodger Talk (6-25-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 70:50 Transcription Available


    A special edition of rain delay Dodger Talk. DV takes you calls about possible trades, callers share their favorite Dodger memories, and one caller gets to meet Rick Monday. DV shares his pregame interview with US Open Champion, JJ Spahn. 

    JJ Spaun (6-25-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 8:30 Transcription Available


    DV chats with the 2025 US Open Champion before the Dodgers face the Rockies.. JJ talks about his love for the Dodgers, shares where he was for Freddie Freeman's walk-off grand slam, and answers a question from Eric Karros. 

    Dodgers on Deck (6-25-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 41:37 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates walks you up to first pitch between the Dodgers and Rockies. Dave Roberts talks about today's starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto. DV chats with 2025 US Open Winner, J.J. Spaun.

    Dodger Talk (6-24-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 31:42 Transcription Available


    DV takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodger defeat the Rockies, 9-7. Mookie Betts and Dave Roberts talk to the media after the game. DV gives a Blake Snell injury update. 

    Tanner Scott Postgame (6-24-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 1:21 Transcription Available


    Tanner talks to DV after recording a 4-out save in the Dodgers 9-7 win over the Rockies. 

    Michael Conforto (6-24-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 6:19 Transcription Available


    Michael talks about changing hit bat, staying positive during a slump, and DV gives Michael a deadfish handshake to help him start a hot streak. 

    Dodgers on Deck (6-24-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 41:50 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates gets you ready before the Dodgers start a 3-game series against the Rockies. Dave Roberts talks about Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman's struggles at the plate. DV catches up with Michael Conforto. 

    Dodger Talk (6-23-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 45:56 Transcription Available


    Off-day Dodger Talk with Tim Cates before the Dodgers begin a roadie in Colorado with the Rockies.

    Dodger Talk (6-22-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 40:01 Transcription Available


    Tim Cates takes your calls and talks to Jose Mota after the Dodgers beat the Nationals, 13-7. Dalton Rushing talks about catching Shohei Ohtani. 

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