Dodgers Debate

The Los Angeles Dodgers are one game away from being swept out of the playoffs and missing their chance at three-peat history after losing Game 3 to the Milwaukee Brewers 6-2. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke don’t really debate as much as lament a team that looks lost.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are now two games down in the best-of-7 series against the Milwaukee Brewers. They aren’t hitting and their bullpen was lackluster tonight. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke wonder if this is getting close to the end of the line for the team.

The Los Angeles Dodgers struck first, but not enough, losing Game 1 of the NLCS to the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke breakdown what went wrong and how the team can bounce back in Game 2.

The three-peat is still on as the Los Angeles Dodgers won Game 4 of the NLDS against the Atlanta Braves. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson discuss how the team dominated the Braves and what is ahead as the Dodgers try to get to the World Series.

The Los Angeles Dodgers won Game 3 of the NLDS against the Atlanta Braves 3-1, but the story is the pitching domination by Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson discuss that and Kiké Hernández’s October arrival.

The Atlanta Braves took Game 2 of the NLDS, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-2. The series heads to Atlanta tied, with the Braves’ best pitchers looming. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson look at what went wrong and what the team has to be concerned about.

The Los Angeles Dodgers take defeated the Atlanta Braves 5-3 in NLDS Game 1. Tarik Skubal dominated and the Dodgers hit 3 home runs. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson break down what the team did right to take Game 1.

The Los Angeles Dodgers take on the Atlanta Braves in NLDS Game 1 of the MLB playoffs. The heat is on. Literally. Game 1 might be around 100 degrees. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee look at the matchup.

The Dodgers are in the playoffs. Shocking, breaking news. They did get a first round bye which, snark aside, is sort of shocking. Now, they wait to find out who they play in the NLDS. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee pick which team, the Chicago Cubs or the San Diego Padres, they hope the Dodgers play.

House of Troy is a new podcast from LA Times Studios tracing the rise and fall of USC football, from coach Pete Carroll’s back-to-back national titles in the 2000s, to the Reggie Bush scandal, to the series of missteps that followed. It’ll feature exclusive interviews with coaches, players, and USC officials who saw it all up close — and shine new light on how a college football dynasty came undone.

In news that you knew was coming, the Dodgers won the NL West. Now, the team is still fighting for that first round bye they definitely need as many on the team heal up. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson look at their possible postseason roster.

Shohei Ohtani is hurt. The Dodgers’ rotation is injured. The team is in a fairly long slump and a first round bye isn’t remotely guaranteed. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson look at what the team needs to do right now (hint: shut Ohtani down from everything) to get ready for the postseason.

It’s hot. It’s not great for the Dodgers. They’ve looked a bit lost since the All-Star break. But, rejoice! Will Smith is coming! Shohei Ohtani, as a pitcher, is returning! Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson talk about Tarik Skubal's Detroit return and how the Dodgers are adjusting to getting players back and ready for the postseason.

Well, the Dodgers just can’t have some peace and calm, can they? Now, an owner is getting in on the fun with some controversy. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson look at the situation and how it could affect the team and also question if Shohei Ohtani is still the MVP frontrunner.

Tarik Skubal. He IS a Dodger. The team made the biggest splash at the trade deadline and upset a lot of MLB fans who don't like that the Dodgers will spend money to win. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson look at the new pitcher and the team's new life.

Tarik Skubal. Is he a Dodger? Do they need him? Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson really think so, and Plaschke has an exclusive “picture” of him in a Dodgers jersey!

The Los Angeles Dodgers visited the White House. It was hot. It was sort of odd? But mostly hot. But now that it’s over, we can get back to baseball. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson talk about the visit but then hit the trade deadline talk hard, with vastly different opinions on what the Dodgers should, or shouldn’t, do.

The second half of the baseball season is upon us and the Dodgers ended the first half looking… sort of sloppy. Shohei Ohtani might not be on the mound for a while. Will Smith might not be back yet and no one is sure when. And now, starting pitching is an issue. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson break down what the team needs to do in the second half to make sure they not only get to October, but get to the end of that month as well.

Shocking news: the Los Angeles Dodgers are really good. And they haven't really even been clicking at the same time yet. Mookie Betts is looking like Mookie Betts, but injuries are still an issue. However, we're at the halfway point of the season almost and they look unstoppable. Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson talk about who is the MVP so far, who is improving and Roki Sasaki: the team's biggest issue at the moment.

Shohei Ohtani and Dalton Rushing aren’t really working. Will Smith, the starting catcher, is still on the injured list and not coming back soon. What do the Dodgers do? Los Angeles Times beat writer Maddie Lee and columnists Bill Plaschke and Mirjam Swanson look at how Rushing can improve, why he needs to and what happens if he can’t work with Ohtani.