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Off-day Dodger Talk with Tim Cates who talks to John Hartung of SportsNet LA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Off-day Dodger Talk with Tim Cates who talks to John Hartung of SportsNet LA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What started as a simple sports question: why did Mark Walter sell the Los Angeles Lakers after just 14 months? — turned into something else entirely. In Part 1 of this two-part ToddCast Special Report, Chuck Todd pulls the thread from a record $12.5 billion franchise sale to the life insurance companies, private credit vehicles, and obscure Delaware LLCs sitting underneath one of the least understood transformations in American finance since 2008. The facts on the record: Walter's Delaware Life Insurance Co. and Clear Spring Life and Annuity Co. received grand jury subpoenas from Manhattan prosecutors in February, disclosed in June 26 regulatory filings, with a parallel SEC review, following earlier inquiries into Guggenheim's $362 billion money management arm. After receiving the subpoenas, both insurers conducted internal reviews, found reporting errors, and revised earlier disclosures — with Delaware Life disclosing an additional $16 billion in private credit assets linked to affiliated entities beyond what had previously been reported. Chuck is emphatic about what that does not mean: no money disappeared, no loans were declared bad, and a disclosure change is not a financial loss. No charges have been announced against the companies or any individuals, Group 1001 says it is cooperating fully with federal authorities and that its financial position remains strong, and the filings did not state that assets were improperly managed or that investors suffered losses. From there, Chuck builds the machine from the ground up in plain English — a retiree in Indiana buying an annuity, an insurer that has to earn enough to keep that promise, a post-2008 world where banks got safer and the risky lending simply moved somewhere with no public market attached to it. He traces Walter's career from asset-backed securitization in the 1990s through the 2012 Dodgers purchase (and the question Andrew Ross Sorkin asked at the time about where the money came from), through the corporate genealogy of Guggenheim, Delaware Life, Clear Spring, and Group 1001, to insurance filings showing hundreds of millions in debt tied to the Dodgers' regional sports network and ticket revenue. He credits the reporting he's leaning on throughout — Katie Baker at The Ringer, independent researcher Nick Nemeth at Mispriced Assets, plus Bloomberg, the Wall Street Journal, and the Financial Times — and he is scrupulous about the line between what the public record establishes and what it simply cannot. The core question isn't whether anyone broke the law; investigators with subpoena power will answer that. It's whether we understand this system well enough to know what happens when it comes under stress — because when the assets underneath an institution's balance sheet can't be continuously tested in a public market, how much confidence should any of us have in the numbers? Part 2 continues the story. Timeline: 00:00 Why did Mark Walter sell the Lakers? Pulling the thread 00:30 This stopped being a basketball story 00:45 A record $12.5B sale — and why the seller is the story, not the buyers 01:15 Walter took control just 14 months earlier at a $10B valuation 01:30 The thread led to life insurance companies 02:00 A financial market that's grown enormously since the last crisis 02:30 Things that rhyme with 2008 — and things that rhyme with Enron 02:45 Executive Life: the insurer that failed three decades ago 03:15 Three different historical examples — not the same thing 03:45 Not saying another 2008 is coming 04:00 "A sneaking suspicion we may be looking at the beginning of something very bad" 04:15 The questions public filings simply cannot answer 05:15 Why some answers only exist in depositions 05:30 Why the federal investigation matters — subpoena power 06:00 The rule for this episode: what we know vs. what we don't 06:30 The central question about measuring financial strength 07:15 Why this should be a five-alarm fire for regulators 07:45 An enormous market built around things that are private by definition 08:15 Credit where it's due: The Ringer, Mispriced Assets, WSJ, Bloomberg, FT 09:15 Connecting dots vs. building a case 10:00 We made banks safer after 2008 — the money went somewhere else 11:00 Even if it's all legal, the larger question remains 11:45 A simple rule: when someone tells you "it's complicated" 12:15 Complexity as a feature, not a bug 13:00 The innocent explanation: a $2.5B gain in 14 months 13:30 Iger and Kushner were already exploring an NBA expansion team 13:45 Why buy the Lakers instead of building from scratch 14:45 What "valued at $10 billion" does and doesn't mean 15:30 We don't know how much cash Walter personally receives 15:45 Why sell at all? Walter collects teams, he doesn't flip them 16:30 Why only the Lakers? He's keeping the Dodgers 17:15 February grand jury subpoenas and the parallel SEC review 17:30 The disclosure change inside the insurers' filings 18:15 A disclosure change is not a financial loss 19:30 Nobody's been charged; companies say they're cooperating 20:00 Reporting on liquidity — and the precision that question requires 21:00 Why the timing is a legitimate reporting question 21:15 Keeping two separate sports stories separate 21:45 The FIFA deal collapsed roughly 10 days before the Lakers deal 22:15 What the timing does and does not establish 23:00 The political question: Josh Kushner, Jared Kushner, the executive branch 23:45 The pattern is context — it is not evidence 24:00 No evidence of a quid pro quo 24:45 Why the question stays on the shelf 25:15 What does "billionaire" actually mean? 26:00 Who is Mark Walter? Cedar Rapids, a concrete plant, and anonymity 27:15 "I'm nothing special. I'm just the king of common sense." 27:45 Why the low profile matters to this story 28:30 Liberty Hampshire and asset-backed securitization 29:30 Meeting the Guggenheims and building Guggenheim Partners 30:45 Wealth vs. commanding capital that isn't yours 31:45 2012: buying the Dodgers, and the Frank McCourt cautionary tale 33:00 Baseball wanted the exact opposite of McCourt 33:45 Andrew Ross Sorkin's question: where's the rest of the money? 34:15 Insurance company capital in the Dodgers financing 35:15 How does retirement money end up near a baseball team? 36:30 Following the money: a hypothetical retiree in Indiana 37:15 The annuity bargain and what insurers do with the money 38:15 How 2008 scrambled the insurance business 39:00 Low rates and the hunt for yield 39:45 Chuck's Widget Company and the loan the bank won't make 41:00 Money always finds a way — the lesson from campaign finance 41:45 What private credit actually is 42:15 The genuine advantages of private credit 43:00 Stickier capital — and why runs still happen 43:45 Private credit isn't inherently bad. What happens when it gets big? 44:15 No public market means no continuous price check 45:15 What replaces the market as the check on valuation? 46:00 Two sides looking for each other 47:00 Multiplying one retiree's $100,000 by hundreds of thousands 47:45 What happens when the same person owns both sides? 48:30 This is an entire industry, not one man's invention 49:15 Guggenheim's move into insurance and the roots of Group 1001 50:30 The ecosystem: asset management, insurance, private credit 51:00 Why the corporate structure is so hard to follow 51:30 Sportsnet LA and American Media Productions 52:00 Roughly $587M of that debt held by the two insurers, per filings 52:30 Dodgers Tickets LLC and slicing up a franchise 53:00 Is the Dodgers one entity or many? 53:30 Asset-backed securitization, applied to a baseball team 54:30 Is lending against Dodgers TV revenue inherently bad? 55:00 The brother analogy: conflicts and other people's money 55:30 February: subpoenas to Delaware Life and Clear Spring 56:15 The assets were always on the books — the question is characterization 56:30 General interrogatory 13.2 and the original 3% answer 57:00 The revised figure: roughly $16.4B described as dependent on affiliates 57:30 Three separate questions the public record can't resolve 58:15 What the internal reviews concluded 58:45 Comparing that figure to Delaware Life's reported capital and surplus 59:15 What the number does NOT mean 59:45 Concentration, governance, and disclosure 1:00:30 The questions that actually matter 1:01:00 Why the opacity itself is part of the story 1:01:15 Someone looked at the individual borrowers, one by one 1:02:00 Nick Nemeth and the Mispriced Assets research 1:03:15 Why independent research matters in the new media world 1:03:45 Roughly 230 holdings with striking similarities 1:04:00 The names: Verdant Hills, Pines, Iroquois, Yellow Creek 1:04:30 Special purpose vehicles — what's inside the box? 1:05:00 The legitimate reasons to use an LLC 1:05:30 How structure can change regulatory treatment 1:06:15 Does the legal wrapper describe the economic risk underneath? 1:06:45 Does that explain 230 vehicles? We don't know. 1:07:15 The echo of the mortgage crisis 1:08:00 Formation dates, filing numbers, and same-day funding 1:08:45 Roughly 44% of positions held by both insurers, purchased the same day 1:09:15 Innocent explanations exist — but this looks like a system 1:09:30 The questions only investigators can answer 1:10:00 Identification numbers and why outsiders can't check a price 1:10:45 A sophisticated process may exist — but it isn't a public market 1:11:15 What's a private note worth this morning? 1:11:30 Carried at or near purchase price: the concern raised 1:12:00 The great irony: the Lakers are the easy thing to value 1:12:30 Who owns these investments — and who was promised whatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL offensive lineman Ephraim Salaam is in for Rob, and he and Kelvin discuss the real reason why Bill Belichick wasn't present at this past weekend's Pro Football Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, tell us why players like Terrell Owens (and potentially, Antonio Brown) had to wait to get into the Hall of Fame, and explain why they had a BIG problem with a photo Rob Parker sent us in the group chat. Plus, World Series champion and SportsNet LA host Jerry Hairston Jr swings by to discuss all the biggest headlines surrounding the suddenly slumping Los Angeles Dodgers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk to Dodgers play-by-play announcer Stephen Nelson about his four years calling games in Los Angeles on television and radio, and much more about his process, the team, and more. Nelson joined the Dodgers broadcast team in 2023, and has called games on both SportsNet LA television and KLAC AM 570 radio for four seasons. He shared his gameday routine, from the time he arrives at the ballpark through the end of the game. Nelson has also been active in sharing moments from broadcasts, showing how the sausage is made during his calls, including his interaction with Rick Monday, Orel Hershiser, Eric Karros, or other analysts. He share the origins of wanting to take fans behind the scenes. We also talked about Nelson calling the World Baseball Classic, more on the 2026 Dodgers, the “Eric/Stephen” booth with Nelson and Karros, and obviously, the importance of three-inning saves. The Three-Inning Save is part of Bleav Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tracy Sandler and Nikki Kay break down the biggest headlines heading into the final games of the first round of the NBA Playoffs, including a Game 6 showdown between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics, the New York Knicks making history while eliminating the Atlanta Hawks, and the Los Angeles Lakers advancing to the second round. Next, the crew looks at the Kentucky Derby and dives into the ins and outs of the race. Plus, Dodger Insider and SportsNet LA host Kirsten Watson joins the show to discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers’ recent offensive struggles, and Fred Katz of The Athletic stops by to talk all things NBA.EP: Producer Shay (Shayan Moghangard)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sportsnet LA analyst, Jerry Hairston Jr. joins us as the Dodgers get set for their first spring training game on Saturday. Local hero and Cubs all-star outfielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong takes a shot at Dodger fans while attempting to praise Cubs fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin debate whether the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series or the Toronto Blue Jays choked it away, share their thoughts on the rumors that the Arizona Cardinals have quietly benched Kyler Murray, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, World Series champion and SportsNet LA analyst Jerry Hairston Jr swings by to discuss the Dodgers’ keys to World Series victory, what make Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s MVP performance so impressive, Dave Roberts’ ability to push all the right buttons, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry Hairston Jr from Sportsnet LA hops on to talk about a potential salary cap in MLB and Game 3 of the NLCS.

Episode 307 features the author of L.A. Story:  Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and a Season for the Ages, Bill Plunkett and the founder of TD's Brew & BBQ, Tearl Dunlap Bill Plunkett is an award-winning sportswriter who covers the Los Angeles Dodgers beat for the Orange County Register, and has written about baseball in Southern California for nearly 25 years, including a separate stint on the Los Angeles Angels beat. He is a Hall of Fame voter whose work has appeared in Baseball America and Baseball Digest and he is a frequent guest on the MLB Network, ESPN, and SportsNet LA.  His new book is L.A. Story:  Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and a Season for the Ages.  It is an in-depth look at the 2024 season which had drama, records, magic, and ended with a World Series Championship for the Dodgers. Tearl Dunlap is the TD behind the extremely popular award-winning sauces and rubs of TD's Brew and BBQ.   Wonderful products, an incredible work ethic, and an uncanny ability to sell have combined to make him a leader in the food industry in New Mexico and the surrounding area.  His goal is to grow his brand and become a household name across the country.  Barbecue is not his only passion as he is also a rabid Atlanta Braves fan and he enjoys dishing out some good trash talk.  For more information on TD's Brew & BBQ and to order their products go to https://tdsbrewandbbq.com/ We recommend you go to Rogue Cookers website, https://roguecookers.com/ for award-winning rubs, Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com for special grilling tools and accessories, Magnechef https://magnechef.com/ for excellent and unique barbecue gloves, Cutting Edge Firewood High Quality Kiln Dried Firewood - Cutting Edge Firewood in Atlanta for high quality firewood and cooking wood, Mantis BBQ, https://mantisbbq.com/ to purchase their outstanding sauces with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Kidney Project, and for exceptional sauces, Elda's Kitchen https://eldaskitchen.com/ We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home from the musician, Dave Dresser and the poet, Shel Krakofsky. We truly appreciate our listeners and hope that all of you are staying safe. If you would like to contact the show, we would love to hear from you. Call the show:  (516) 855-8214 Email:  baseballandbbq@gmail.com Twitter:  @baseballandbbq Instagram:  baseballandbarbecue YouTube:  baseball and bbq Website:  https//baseballandbbq.weebly.com Facebook:  baseball and bbq  

On this week’s edition of Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the San Diego Padres recent swoon, his optimism surrounding the Cincinnati Reds, and the onging calls for robot umpires. Later, World Series champion and SportsNet LA analyst Jerry Hairston Jr swings by. Plus, a conversation with The Athletic MLB writer Levi Weaver, Rob's latest appearance on MLB Network, and a very special Parker Pushback aimed at Super Producer Rob G. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!! #OddCoupleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob and Kelvin tell us why the Los Angeles Lakers are doing the right thing by putting an expiration date on the LeBron James Era, explain why it's clear that Giannis Antetokounmpo will be back with the Milwaukee Bucks next season, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob's nightly bets. Plus, World Series champion and SportsNet LA analyst Jerry Hairston Jr swings by to discuss the Los Angeles Dodgers losing streak, what's currently ailing Mookie Betts, why he still feels better about the Dodgers than the New York Yankees, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former big leaguer and current member of the Sportsnet LA broadcast crew Jerry Hairston Jr joins JD & Silver to compare and contrast the two greatest hitters perhaps of all time: Bonds and Ohtani.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former big leaguer and current member of the Sportsnet LA broadcast crew Jerry Hairston Jr joins JD & Silver to compare and contrast the two greatest hitters perhaps of all time: Bonds and Ohtani.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Ostrowski and Sam Panayotovich are joined by Alanna Rizzo of Foul Territory, NESN and SportsNet LA to talk all things Major League Baseball, including why you shouldn't count out the Braves, the Mariners recent hot streak behind Cal Raleigh and more! Then, how we're playing today's MLB Card, headlined by a star studded pitching matchup between NL Central rivals, and why are the scortching hot Mariners underdogs? The hour wraps with all of our Lightning Bets for tonight's action. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alanna Rizzo of Fouyl Territory, NESN and SportsNet LA joins the show to discuss all things Major League Baseball, incluidng why the Braves might not be dead yet in the National League East, is Cal Raleigh a legimtate American League MVP Contender and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alanna Rizzo is a seven-time Emmy Award-winning sports journalist with over two decades of experience as a baseball journalist. She is currently a contributor to Foul Territory, appearing regularly on Dodgers Territory and Fair Territory with Ken Rosenthal. Alanna also provides national baseball commentary for Blue Jays Central on Sportsnet and has been seen on TBS, serving as host for their alternative baseball programming in 2023 and 2024. Alanna Rizzo, a seven-time Emmy Award-winning sports journalist, has joined NESN as a general sports reporter and analyst. Her duties will include co-host of the network's alternate broadcast, “Unobstructed Views,” presented by Blue Moon, occasional host and sideline reporter for NESN's Red Sox coverage, and other general reporting. From 2021 through 2024, Rizzo was a regular contributor on MLB Network's High Heat with Christopher Russo, where she delivered insightful interviews with players, coaches, and industry insiders while breaking down league-wide storylines. Her energetic presence and deep baseball knowledge were a perfect complement to Russo's signature style. Prior to her time on High Heat, Rizzo spent seven seasons as an in-game reporter and host for SportsNet LA, covering the Los Angeles Dodgers. As a member of the original broadcast team for the network's 2014 launch, she reported from the field during the Dodgers' three World Series appearances in 2017, 2018, and 2020. Her work earned her the Southern California Sports Broadcasters Association's TV Reporter Award in both 2019 and 2020. Rizzo originally joined MLB Network in 2012, appearing on shows like Intentional Talk and Quick Pitch, and covering the 2012 and 2013 MLB All-Star Games. Her baseball broadcasting journey began with ROOT Sports Rocky Mountain, where she served as a host and in-game reporter for the Colorado Rockies from 2007 to 2011, including their thrilling 2007 run to the World Series. In addition to her work as a journalist, Rizzo is the founder and president of Guidry's Guardian Foundation, a nonprofit organization established in 2019. Based in New England, GGF is dedicated to rescuing dogs from high-kill shelters and the streets by funding medical care, fostering, and adoption efforts. The foundation serves both individuals and other rescue groups across the country. Alanna lives in New England with her husband Chris, her two wonderful stepdaughters, and their beloved rescue dog, Bentley.#alannarizzo #bostonredsox #sportsjournalist #analyst #livewithcdp #chrispomay #barrycullenchevrolet https://officialalannarizzo.com/https://guidrysguardian.org/https://beacons.ai/chrisdpomayhttps://www.cameo.com/chrispomayhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/chris...https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast...Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/54200596..

Jerry Hairston Jr from Sportsnet LA hops on to talk about the current state of the Dodgers and the infamous celebration in the pool at Chase Field in 2013 when he was a player for the Dodgers. We talk about the drama surrounding Bill Belichick and his girlfriend, Jordan Hudson. Also, the Chargers are reportedly selling a piece of the team to a private equity firm.

 Welcome to the With Priscilla podcast!  Today, I'm beyond excited to bring you Alanna Rizzo, a seven-time Emmy-winning sports journalist with over two decades in baseball. You've seen her shining on Foul Territory, Dodgers Territory, Blue Jays Central, and TBS, plus delivering bold takes on MLB Network's High Heat. From covering the Dodgers' World Series runs on SportsNet LA to her early days with the Colorado Rockies, Alanna's passion and insight have redefined sports storytelling. And off the field, she's changing lives through Guidry's Guardian Foundation, inspired by her beloved Border Collie mix, Guidry, adopted in 2009 from the Humane Society of Boulder Valley. Guidry opened Alanna's eyes to the urgent need for dog rescue and adoption. That love sparked her mission to save countless dogs from neglect and overcrowded shelters.   Please follow and watch Alanna, in addition to supporting her wonderful foundation:    LINKS: https://officialalannarizzo.com/  https://www.instagram.com/alannarizzo/?hl=en https://x.com/alannarizzo https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044421699852 https://guidrysguardian.org/about/ https://www.instagram.com/guidrysguardian/ https://x.com/GuidrysGuardian https://www.facebook.com/GuidrysGuardian/

The 2025 MLB season is upon us and the team everyone is talking about is the 2024 World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers. So, I had to bring back Kirsten Watson of SportsNet LA to break down all things Dodgers!!

DT hosts Alanna Rizzo and Clint Pasillas reveal their free agent wish lists, including the importance of reuniting with a fan favorite. (2:36)Free agent reliever Paul Sewald shared his interest in joining the Dodgers during his conversation with our friends on Foul Territory—could he be a good fit in the bullpen?Go to StoryWorth.com/FOUL and save $10 on your first purchase!(17:39) SportsNet LA's John Hartung joins to play GM, sharing his top picks for offseason moves to strengthen the roster.(22:14) Hartung also recaps the Dodgers' 2024 Championship journey, sharing some behind-the-scenes highlights from inside the studio.(32:50) Plus, our hosts discuss a recent slip-up in the production of the Dodgers' Championship apparel.Subscribe to DT on YouTube! DT is LIVE on Mondays & Thursdays at 12p PT/3p ET all year long!

The preview of the 2024 World Series continues as Stephen Nelson, play-by-play voice for the Dodgers on SportsNet LA. Hour 4.

On this week's edition of  Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses the ongoing NL MVP race between Shohei Ohtani and Marcell Ozuna, Aaron Judge's 'Little League' controversy and how Juan Soto's breakout season could impact Judge and the New York Yankees moving forward. Plus, World Series champion and Sportsnet LA host Jerry Hairston Jr checks in to share his thoughts on the Los Angeles Dodgers' season thus far, how the club has been able to navigate a rash of injuries to their pitching staff and much more! Later, Cleveland Guardians broadcaster Tom Hamilton swings by to discuss the club's recent series against the Yankees and whether or not Cleveland has what it takes to make a push towards the postseason.  Finally, we've got appearances by MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble and analytics guru Anthony Masterson.  Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!!  #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LA is reeling after losing superstars Mookie Betts and Yoshinobu Yamamoto to big injuries. Former Dodger All-Star and current SportsNet LA analyst Eric Karros steps in as the voice of reason. He describes the mood in the clubhouse and what comes next with eyes towards the trade deadline.Alanna and Clint knock the Dodgers City Connect uniforms and declare why Teoscar Hernandez deserves to be an All-Star starter.DT streams Mondays & Thursdays LIVE at 3p ET/12p PT all season long on the DT YouTube channel!

Dodgers legend and current SportsNet LA analyst Orel Hershiser says don't panic! He shares his thoughts on the growth of young righty Gavin Stone (who was recently referred to as a "Mini Bulldog"), his concern level with the struggling Mookie Betts, and his first impressions seeing Pirates rookie Paul Skenes for the first time.We also get a great answer when we ask him to explain the best way to "solve" Tony Gwynn.DT hosts Alanna Rizzo & Clint Pasillas look ahead to the upcoming series with the Yankees in New York. DT streams Mondays & Thursdays LIVE at 3p ET/12p PT all season long on the DT YouTube channel!--Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/foul. If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. 

It's time for Dodger baseball the way it should be covered!Alanna Rizzo and Clint Pasillas deliver unfiltered inside access to Los Angeles Dodgers baseball news and heavy hitter MLB topics. Join them for exclusive interviews with players, writers and big names across the baseball world.Alanna Rizzo is back on Dodgers coverage after her in-game reporter/host work for SportsNet LA.Clint Pasillas is an analyst/sports editor over at All Dodgers with the pulse on what fans want baseball media to really talk about.Watch the show LIVE on Youtube every Monday/Thursday at 3p ET/12p PT on the FT Network --> HEREDrop a line in the reviews and the DT hosts will reply on the show! 

"DodgerHeads" host Jeff Spiegel spoke with Los Angeles Dodgers broadcaster Stephen Nelson about Shohei Ohtani, James Outman, James Paxton, pressure in the SportsNet LA booth and more. ⚾️ New Dodgers bobbleheads: http://foco.vegb.net/3Peb5K ⚾️ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgerheads-by-dodgerblue-com/id1610389381  ⚾️ Twitter: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://twitter.com/dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Instagram: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://instagram.com/dodgerblue1958/ ⚾️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/Dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Website: https://dodgerblue.com/ ⚾️ Watch parties: https://www.getplayback.com/room/dodgerblue1958 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's edition of  Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses why he was so happy to see Shohei Ohtani sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers rather than a team like the Toronto Blue Jays, why he has a problem with the structure of Ohtani's $700 million contract and why the Ohtani signing shouldn't automatically make the Dodgers the favorites to win the World Series in 2024. Plus, World Series champion and SportsNet LA analyst Jerry Hairston Jr swings by to discuss the impact of the Ohtani signing, whether or not the two-way star is really worth the money they're paying him, what makes Ohtani signing with the Dodgers the ‘perfect storm' for Major League Baseball and how the structure of Ohtani's contract helps them to acquire even more talent. Finally, FOX Sports Radio Weekend host and Dodgers tour lead Monse Bolanos checks in to discuss the fan response to Ohtani both in Los Angeles and across the country and how the Ohtani courtship – and eventual signing - has affected employees within the Dodgers organization. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!!  #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's edition of  Inside the (Rob) Parker, Rob discusses why he was so happy to see Shohei Ohtani sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers rather than a team like the Toronto Blue Jays, why he has a problem with the structure of Ohtani's $700 million contract and why the Ohtani signing shouldn't automatically make the Dodgers the favorites to win the World Series in 2024. Plus, World Series champion and SportsNet LA analyst Jerry Hairston Jr swings by to discuss the impact of the Ohtani signing, whether or not the two-way star is really worth the money they're paying him, what makes Ohtani signing with the Dodgers the ‘perfect storm' for Major League Baseball and how the structure of Ohtani's contract helps them to acquire even more talent. Finally, FOX Sports Radio Weekend host and Dodgers tour lead Monse Bolanos checks in to discuss the fan response to Ohtani both in Los Angeles and across the country and how the Ohtani courtship – and eventual signing - has affected employees within the Dodgers organization. Subscribe and download all of the latest Inside the Parker podcasts and follow Rob on Twitter!!  #OddCouple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"DodgerHeads" host Jeff Spiegel interviewed Stephen Nelson to discuss his record among Los Angeles Dodgers broadcasters on SportsNet LA, completing a first season with the team and more. ⚾️ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgerheads-by-dodgerblue-com/id1610389381  ⚾️ Twitter: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://twitter.com/dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Instagram: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://instagram.com/dodgerblue1958/ ⚾️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/Dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Website: https://dodgerblue.com/ ⚾️ Watch parties: https://www.getplayback.com/room/dodgerblue1958 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are joined by former Dodger 1st baseman and current Sportsnet LA analyst, James Loney this hour!

Stephen Nelson, SportsNet LA Pay-by-Play Voice, joined Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino to talk about the big showdown out west as the Atlanta Braves take on the Dodgers, being a parent, "Winning Time", his thoughts on the MVP race which Braves fans will not like and much moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Nelson, SportsNet LA Pay-by-Play Voice, joined Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino to talk about the big showdown out west as the Atlanta Braves take on the Dodgers, being a parent, "Winning Time", his thoughts on the MVP race which Braves fans will not like and much moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Audio from the panel featuring SportsNet LA studio host John Hartung, analyst Orel Hershiser and manager Dave Roberts during the 2023 Los Angeles Dodgers All-Access event at Dodger Stadium. ⚾️ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/dodgerblue1958    ⚾️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgerheads-by-dodgerblue-com/id1610389381 ⚾️ Twitter: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://twitter.com/dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Instagram: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://instagram.com/dodgerblue1958/ ⚾️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/Dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Website: https://dodgerblue.com/ ⚾️ Watch parties: https://www.getplayback.com/room/dodgerblue1958 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Ennis welcomes Blue Jays reporter Shi Davidi to recap the Blue Jays disheartening loss against the Dodgers last night, Mitch White's future with the Jays, how does this get resolved and why can't the guys play winning baseball right now. They then shift their focus to the trade deadline, are the Jays on the lookout for a power bat? or power arm? should the Blue Jays be in for Ohtani? Next up, Ben welcomes former 5- time all-star, 4-time gold glover, and current Sportsnet LA analyst Adrian Gonzalez (28:17) to talk about the Dodgers this year. Do they have the best 1-2 punch in the majors right now? What are some of Adrian's memories about playing with Ryu in LA? Ben closes out the show looking at the rubber match between the Dodgers and Blue Jays.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Vic the Brick haiku. Sportsnet LA analyst and World Series champion, Jerry Hairston Jr. joins us

The guys set the scene from Dodger Stadium as the Dodgers get set to face the Yankees this weekend. Dodger legend and Sportsnet LA analyst, Orel Hershiser joins us.

In this episode we are joined by former Dodger and newest member of the SportsNet LA team, James Loney. We discuss his new role on TV, his time playing for the Dodgers, his thoughts on the current Dodgers team, his talent on the piano and so much more.

Los Angeles sports media icon Fred Roggin is in for Chris, and he and Rob debate if Damian Lillard's 71 point explosion on Sunday night loses a little luster given that offensive numbers as a whole are up exponentially across the NBA and go head-to-head in this week's edition of Sources Say. Plus, World Series champion and SportsNet LA analyst Jerry Hairston Jr. swings by to discuss Gavin Lux's unfortunate injury and how it impacts the Los Angeles Dodgers, these new rules being unveiled at MLB Spring Training and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lakers fell flat in their first 10 games, going 2-8. SportsNet LA's John Hartung joins Allie Clifton and Chris McGee to discuss what's the cause for the Lakers slow start to the season and expectations for the rest of the way. Plus, we find out why yoga isn't for everyone.

We are thrilled to be joined by former Dodgers player and SportsNet LA analyst, Jerry Hairston Jr. We discussed the Dodgers' heartbreaking loss in the NLDS and what he thinks went wrong. We also break down what is expected to be a hectic Dodgers offseason. Plus, Jerry shares some fun stories from his playing days and tells us which former All-Star pitcher he dominated against. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week we are joined by friend of the carne asada, Fox and SportsNet LA commentator Eric Karros. We discuss the fall out of losing in the NLDS. What lead to the loss? Where does the blame lie if any? We also discuss how this team may look next season. All this plus much more.

Vic the Brick haiku. Jose Mota from Sportsnet LA hops on as the Dodgers get ready to host game 2 of the NDLS tonight against the Padres

This week we welcome SportsNet LA Analyst Jerry Hairston Jr to the show. We discuss his career, parallels of playing in New York and Los Angeles, How the Dodgers are setup for the postseason plus much more.

David Vassegh slides into the Fifth Hour podcast. The longtime Dodger Insider for AM570 gives us the inside skinny on becoming a “viral star,” after he attempted to go down Bernie Brewer's slide in Milwaukee, breaking his wrist and six ribs on SportsNet LA. We go under the magnifying glass to methodically analyze the vaudevillian fall from every angle. Follow David on Twitter @THEREAL_DV Instagram: officiallyvassegh . Listen to him on AM 570 LA Sports “Dodger Talk,” watch him on MLB Network and Sports Net LA. / Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and listen to the original "Ben Maller Show," Monday-Friday on 500+ Fox Sports Radio affiliates, 2a-6a ET, 11p-3a PT! #BenMallerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Vassegh slides into the Fifth Hour podcast. The longtime Dodger Insider for AM570 gives us the inside skinny on becoming a “viral star,” after he attempted to go down Bernie Brewer's slide in Milwaukee, breaking his wrist and six ribs on SportsNet LA. We go under the magnifying glass to methodically analyze the vaudevillian fall from every angle. Follow David on Twitter @THEREAL_DV Instagram: officiallyvassegh . Listen to him on AM 570 LA Sports “Dodger Talk,” watch him on MLB Network and Sports Net LA. / Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and listen to the original "Ben Maller Show," Monday-Friday on 500+ Fox Sports Radio affiliates, 2a-6a ET, 11p-3a PT! #BenMallerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we are joined by ESPN and SportsNetLA analyst Jessica Mendoza. We discuss her career, her playing in the Olympics, All-Star snubs, Being a Latina voice in baseball, Fernandomania and so much more.

Freddie Freeman isn't a Dodger yet but he is more than likely not going to be a Brave after they traded for Matt Olson. SportsNet LA added some big names to the broadcast team like Adrian Gonzalez, Eric Karros, Jessica Mendoza and more. Finally, the guys round up the news from around spring training.Locked On Dodgers, the daily podcast about the Los Angeles Dodgers with hosts Jeff Snider and Vince Samperio, is part of the Locked On Podcast Network.Be sure to subscribe to Locked On Dodgers in the Audacy podcast app or wherever you get your podcasts, and come back every weekday morning and spend your morning commute with two of the biggest Dodger fans you'll ever meet. Thanks for making Locked On Dodgers your first listen every day, and please tell your friends!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to built.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnlineBetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Freddie Freeman isn't a Dodger yet but he is more than likely not going to be a Brave after they traded for Matt Olson. SportsNet LA added some big names to the broadcast team like Adrian Gonzalez, Eric Karros, Jessica Mendoza and more. Finally, the guys round up the news from around spring training. Locked On Dodgers, the daily podcast about the Los Angeles Dodgers with hosts Jeff Snider and Vince Samperio, is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Be sure to subscribe to Locked On Dodgers in the Audacy podcast app or wherever you get your podcasts, and come back every weekday morning and spend your morning commute with two of the biggest Dodger fans you'll ever meet. Thanks for making Locked On Dodgers your first listen every day, and please tell your friends! Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to built.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline BetOnline.net has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices