On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we talk about Andy Pages solidifying his standing on the Dodgers roster, plus a look at the team’s history on artificial turf, and a look at the week ahead against the Angels and A’s. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questio…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recount the Dodgers’ winning road trip through Atlanta, Miami, and Phoenix, Freddie Freeman winning player of the week, Shohei Ohtani’s game-winning home run, and more. Also, injuries to Teoscar Hernández, Evan Phillips, and Tommy Edman. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Netw…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we talk about the Dodgers pitching options this week on the final two legs of their road trip through Miami and Phoenix. Also, thoughts on Mookie Betts’s defense at shortstop, managing Will Smith’s workload at catcher, plus a look back to 1995, the 30th anniversary of Hideo Nomo’s debut. The Three-I…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recap the Dodgers’ winning week against the Marlins and Braves, and the offense kicking into high gear over the last two weeks. Also, Yoshinobu Yamamoto won National League pitcher of the month for April, then opened May with another scoreless start. Roki Sasaki got his first major league win, an…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we have an actual three-inning save to talk about, courtesy of recent Dodgers waiver claim Yoendrys Gómez. Plus we track a few more three-inning saves in the Dodgers minors, plus how the major league teams plays the Marlins a lot in the next two weeks. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we discuss Tyler Glasnow landing on the injured list with shoulder inflammation, and what that means for the Dodgers pitching staff in the next few weeks. Also, Andy Pages led a strong week for the offense, hitting .650 with six extra-base hits to win National League player of the week. The Three-In…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recap the Dodgers winning two of three games over the Rangers in Texas, sort out pitching roster maneuvers and more. Within we discuss the great pitching duel between Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Jacob deGrom on Friday night, Shohei Ohtani becoming a dad, Eddie Rosario being a Dodger for two days (and …

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we take stock of various rehabbing Dodgers pitchers and reminisce about team history through Jackie Robinson history. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Learn more abou…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recap an up-and-down stretch for the Dodgers that saw them lose series to the Nationals and Cubs before sweeping the Rockies. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Lear…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we talk to Michael Elizondo about his trip to Japan to watch the Dodgers play two games at the Tokyo Dome, and everything that surrounded the trip. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Br…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look at the Dodgers series against the Nationals, some potential position and pitching opportunities for Los Angeles, and Anthony Banda’s ascendence in the bullpen. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Mi…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we take stock of the Dodgers after both Blake Snell and Freddie Freeman were placed on the injured list. Also, we recap the week which included a sweep of the Braves at home, including a 5-0 comeback ending with a Shohei Ohtani walk-off home run, then dropping two of three games to the Phillies in P…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we welcome the relatively normal portion of the Dodgers schedule now that April is upon us. Plus we look ahead to Dustin May, who is back on the major league mound for the first time in nearly 23 months, and what to expect from the Dodgers right-hander. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans Firs…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recap the home opener and championship ring ceremony for the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. There were standout performances by a now-healthy Mookie Betts, the Dodgers bullpen, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Plus Blake Snell made his Dodgers debut, and Roki Sasaki struggled with control for a second straigh…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look back at opening days past while we look toward the Dodgers home opener. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the exhibition schedule is finally complete, and the Dodgers home opener is Thursday at Dodger Stadium. We go over news and notes from the Freeway Series, including Mookie Betts’ weeks-long battle with a stomach illness, and looking ahead to the first weekend of the domestic regular season schedule …

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recap the Dodgers winning two games over the Cubs to open the regular season at the Tokyo Dome in Japan. The Dodgers Japanese star players all made an impact. Shohei Ohtani had three hits, including a home run. Yoshinobu Yamamoto started and won on opening day. Roki Sasaki made his major league d…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the regular season is here for the Dodgers, so we start making some 2025 predictions. Also, with Dave Roberts now signed through 2029, a look back at some trivia about his career. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions f…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the regular season is upon us, with the Dodgers and Cubs starting things in Tokyo and Japan. We look at the final days of spring training and the Dodgers’ reception and two exhibition games at the Tokyo Dome, recount the various pitching injuries, and the final roster decisions. The Three-Inning Sav…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers signed manager Dave Roberts to a record-setting contract extension that will pay him $32.4 million over four years. In nine years on the job, Roberts has won four pennants, two World Series, and his .627 winning percentage is the best in National League/American League history, averaging…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we talk with Bill Plunkett, author of the new book, ‘LA Story: Shohei Ohtani, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and a season for the ages.’. Bill has covered baseball for four decades, including as a Dodgers and Angels beat reporter for a number of outlets. Currently he covers the Dodgers for the Southern Ca…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we talk about the pitching side of the Dodgers roster, including Michael Grove not being ready by opening day. Plus we go over news and notes from spring training. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look ahead to the return of regulars Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Will Smith to the Dodgers lineups in Cactus League play. Also, we review the position player battle in camp, whether Hyeseong Kim starts the season in Triple-A, what to expect from Andy Pages and James Outman, who plays cent…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, spring training games have started for the Dodgers, so let’s talk about the starting rotation. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, spring training games are upon us and opening day is four weeks away. We take a stab at picking the opening day roster, factoring in various injuries and potential position battles The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions …

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we reached the five-year anniversary of the Mookie Betts trade, which so far has seen two Dodgers championships and three top-five MVP finishes for Betts. Also, thoughts on spring training at Camelback Ranch with the opening of camp, Baseball Reference turns 25 years old, and robust beans talk. The …

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, spring training has started for the Dodgers, and both Clayton Kershaw and Kiké Hernández have re-signed with the team. Plus, news and notes on the first few days of camp, including Yoshinobu Yamamoto and possibly Roki Sasaki pitching in the two games against the Cubs in Japan, relievers Evan Phillip…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we talk to author Steve Dittmore about his book 'Jim Gilliam: The Forgotten Dodger.' Gilliam played for the Dodgers from 1953-66, spanning their time in Brooklyn and Los Angeles, winning National League Rookie of the Year and playing in seven World Series. Gilliam was also a longtime coach with the …

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we rehash the most surprising Dodgers moves of the offseason heading into 2025. Also, a note about Dave Roberts and his likely contract extension, Super Bowl talk, MLB free agency, and a look back at the 1985 team. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephe…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers the Dodgers held their annual fan fest at Dodger Stadium, which brought several injury updates and the club keeping the door open for a return of free agent Kiké Hernández. Also, injury updates on Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Tyler Glasnow, Kirby Yates’ contract finalized, Ryan Br…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, three players were elected to the Hall of Fame, and former Dodgers Andruw Jones and Chase Utley gained on the ballot. 2025 will be the fourth straight year a former Dodger is inducted to Cooperstown, with Dick Allen posthumously getting the call in July. That streak will be tested in 2026, batting a…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers introduced Roki Sasaki at Dodger Stadium, and talked about how they plan to use the rookie pitcher in 2025. Among the highlights of the press conference for Sasaki, who signed for a signing bonus of $6.5 million, were his wearing number 11, previously worn by Miguel Rojas, and how the Do…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers signed reliever Tanner Scott to a 4-year, $72 million contract, adding to a whirlwind offseason. Scott had a 1.75 ERA, 2.96 xERA, and 22 saves in 67 games for the Marlins and Padres in 2024. The Dodgers got a good look at the left-hander down the stretch and in the NLDS. He struck out Sh…

This week on the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers got their man, again, signing Roki Sasaki, the pitcher from Japan whom they've coveted for years. The Dodgers beat out the Blue Jays and Padres for the 23-year-old Sasaki, signing the right-hander for a reported $6.5 million bonus. "It was a very difficult decision, but I will do my best to ma…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers resolved all but one salary arbitration case, and exchanged figures with reliever Alex Vesia. The team avoided arbitration with four pitchers by signing one-year deals for Michael Kopech, Evan Phillips, Brusdar Graterol, and Anthony Banda. We dug into the salary figures exchanged by Vesi…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the 2025 international signing period is here, and the Dodgers are one of three finalists for Japanese sensation Roki Sasaki. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Learn m…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we talk with Jeffrey Paternostro of Baseball Prospectus about the top 10 prospects (and beyond) in the Dodgers organization. Outfielder Zyhir Hope was rated the top Dodgers prospect by BP, but as Paternostro notes on this episode, he is very close in ranking to another Dodgers outfielder Josue De Pa…

Today on The Three-Inning Save podcast, Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch look back at Gordie Windhorn, the outfielder who played for the Dodgers in 1961. Windhorn in his four major league seasons played for the Yankees, Dodgers, A’s, and Angels. He also played 12 years in the minors – including briefly retiring as a Dodgers minor leaguer in 1960 to run…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, an overview of the Dodgers offseason after the signings of Teoscar Hernández and Hyeseong Kim on January 3. Plus a look at what’s left to come this offseason, headlined by Roki Sasaki. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questi…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers traded Gavin Lux to the Reds, three days after signing Korean infielder Hyeseong Kim to a three-year deal. The signing of Kim gave the Dodgers a bit of an infield glut, which was cleared by moving Lux, who was pretty much limited to second base. But the Dodgers still might add position-p…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers re-signed Teoscar Hernández, bringing back a key component to one of the best offenses in Major League Baseball. They also signed Korean infielder Hyeseong Kim to a three-year deal, further solidifying the position-player roster. Hernández, who settled for a one-year contract last offsea…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look back on various predictions made for the Dodgers in 2024 as well as the MLB season and postseason. From the first Dodgers pinch-hit home run, to which teams would make the playoffs, to guessing contracts, number of pitchers used, number of players to hit a home run, and much more. The Three-…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers signed Blake Treinen and Michael Conforto, highlighting their activity during the winter meetings. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch, with questions from Craig Minami. Produced by Brian Salvatore. Learn more about your …

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the winter meetings are here, and we look at the schedule for next week in Dallas. With Blake Snell and Tommy Edman already signed, the next Dodgers signing might very well be outfielder Teoscar Hernández returning to Los Angeles. We look at what might be next for the Dodgers. The Three-Inning Save …

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, Blake Snell is now a Dodger as the team swam in the deep end of the free agent pool early in the offseason. We look at how Snell fits the rotation, plus highlights from his press conference at Dodger Stadium, thoughts on the Dodgers payroll, and all those deferrals. Tommy Edman was going to be a fre…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, Shohei Ohtani won the National League MVP award unanimously, and the Dodgers made a slew of roster moves in the last week. Ohtani is the only MLB player ever with more than one unanimous MVP win, and he’s done so in three of the last four years. He joined Frank Robinson as the only players to win MV…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the offseason is here, and we take stock of the Dodgers, roster, decisions so far, and those yet to come. Since the season ended, three Dodgers had surgeries: Shohei Ohtani to repair a torn labrum after dislocating his left shoulder in the World Series, Clayton Kershaw had procedures on his left foo…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look back on the 2024 Dodgers season, which ended in triumph with a World Series win. We answer trivia about the season and postseason, plus look at Dave Roberts’ legacy, the rivalry with the Padres, and much more. The Three-Inning Save is part of the Fans First Sports Network. Hosted by Eric Ste…

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recap the Dodgers winning the World Series. We recap the final three games at Yankee Stadium, which began with a Walker Buehler win in Game 3 in New York and ended with a Walker Buehler save two days later. In between was a study in bullpen management and game theory, plus a stunning comeback in …

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recap the raucous first two games of the World Series, both won by the Dodgers over the Yankees at Dodger Stadium. From Freddie Freeman hitting the first walk-off grand slam in World Series history in Game 1 to Yoshinobu Yamamoto having an ace-like start in Game 2, plus Tommy Edman, Teoscar Herná…