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Bill Shaikin of the Los Angeles Times joins to talk about the Angels' firing Manager Joe Maddon after a twelve-game losing streak, and if the change was initiated GM Perry Minasian or Owner Arte Moreno (02:52). Following the conversation, Blair and Barker wonder where Maddon could wind up next and which teams would make sense if he’d like to continue managing. Royals pre and post-game analyst and former closer Jeff Montgomery discusses his impressions of today's starter Brady Singer, his similarities to Alek Manoah, and the Royals’ challenging season to date (28:17). For "Barker’s Back Leg Bits", the guys mention who they would like to see represent the Blue Jays at the 2022 All-Star Game (39:24).

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Despite his success against right-handed hitters in 2022, the Blue Jays were able to attack the reigning AL-MVP Shohei Ohtani as they won the opener against the Angels 6-3. Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker discuss George Springer’s success batting leadoff, Danny Jansen’s hot bat, and the impact of Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s hitting drills off of a tee. Later on, Bill Shaikin of the L.A. Times talks about the Angels and the latest news surrounding their stadium after city council voted to kill the sale (35:07).

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In this episode, William and LA Times columnist Bill Shaikin discuss the Los Angeles Dodger's World Series Championship season.

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Host Beto Durán welcomes Dylan Hernandez and Bill Shaikin to the podcast. With the boxing world still buzzing from the first Mexican heavyweight champion, Andy Ruiz Jr., Hernandez discusses the bigger picture and adds some historical perspective to this significant moment. Prior to that discussion, Dylan discusses the state of the Dodgers. Later, Shaikin joins to discuss his recent story on the food at Dodger Stadium and how close we were to a minor league Dodgers team in the San Fernando Valley.

Wrapping up the Dodgers season, beat writers (who follow the team from Spring Training through the World Series) share their perspective on the season and the state of baseball. Andy McCullough, Bill Shaikin, and Jorge Castillo share their journeys with host Beto Duran, recapping the World Series, the modern state of baseball, and what the fans can expect with the 2019 Dodgers.