Dodgers: Focus on Players Amid Division Lead

The Dodgers might be entering a somewhat uneventful second half of the season, with their top position in the division and a playoff spot essentially locked in. However, individual players still have plenty to demonstrate as they prepare for October.

This topic was discussed by California Post baseball writers Dylan Hernandez and Jack Harris in their recent Dodgers Post podcast episode, starting with the fluctuating performance of young pitcher Aki Sasaki during the first half of the season.

During the podcast, they analyzed Sasaki’s latest outing against the Colorado Rockies from last week. They noted signs of improvement following a prior slump, and they explored what he needs to achieve in the remainder of the season to secure a spot in the Dodgers’ playoff rotation.

The hosts also touched on Justin Roblewski’s apparent frustration regarding the All-Star game and considered that he might still have a chance to attend. Additionally, they discussed Shohei Ohtani’s monumental 300th career home run and speculated on how many more he might hit in the future.

Dylan also reflected on his past experiences, recalling the turmoil of the 2007 Dodgers, where he found himself amidst a conflict between Jeff Kent and the team’s younger players.

As usual, the episode wrapped up with some trivia and predictions for the upcoming week. For more insights, make sure to check out the latest episode of the Dodgers Post Podcast.