Three-Inning Save: A Los Angeles Dodgers Podcast

Three-Inning Save: A Los Angeles Dodgers Podcast

The Three-Inning Save podcast covers all things Los Angeles Dodgers, including Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, Andy Pages, and many other stars. Hosts Eric Stephen and Jacob Burch react to the action on the field, analyze trends and performances by the team, and break down roster moves and other news as it happens. We also take a stroll through Dodgers history and how it might relate to the present. From spring training through the regular season and postseason, plus all the transactions and maneuverings of the offseason, the Three-Inning Save podcast is your one-stop shop for the Dodgers.

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June 6, 2026 26 mins

We are a little more than a month from the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, so we take a look at various Dodgers who might play for Dave Roberts and the National League team at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.

Shohei Ohtani is a lock for the All-Star team, whether he’s voted as the starting designated hitter or not. He should make the team as both a DH and a pitcher for the first time since 2021 in Colorado.

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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.

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Catching up on the first roughly third of the 2026 season for the Dodgers, who are atop the National League West as expected, despite injuries to Tyler Glasnow, Blake Snell, Edwin Díaz, Mookie Betts and others.

Shohei Ohtani is excelling at both the plate and on the mound in his first full two-way season since 2023. Andy Pages is having a breakout season both at the plate and playing exceptional center field. Max Muncy is having a ...

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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, a few more notes from spring training, plus looking ahead to opening day 2026 and looking back to opening day 2016, Dave Roberts’ debut as Dodgers manager. 

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.


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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers rotation for the start of the season is set. We look at how that might be affected by off days in the first three weeks.

Also, the battle for part of second base between Hyeseong Kim and Alex Freeland, how Santiago Espinal played his way onto the roster, Jack Suwinski found his power stroke, and how good Shohei Ohtani looked in his first spring outing.

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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we reminisce about the exciting first week of the World Baseball Classic, plus we talk Dodgers roster, including Roki Sasaki, Santiago Espinal, and more. 

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.



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March 2, 2026 44 mins

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look at the Dodgers rotation three and a half weeks to opening day, and go over news and notes from the first week-plus of Cactus League games.

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.



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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the World Baseball Classic is coming, including Dodgers stars Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto heading to Tokyo this week.

Also, a look back at Ohtani’s signature game in the 2025 NLCS clincher, plus a few questions regarding Dodgers camp in Arizona.

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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recap a handful of recent Dodgers transactions and take stock of roster battles with various players unavailable for opening day.

Evan Phillips is back on a one-year deal, so is Kiké Hernández, though both are expected to be out until midseason after surgeries. Also, Max Muncy signed another extension that will keep him in Los Angeles through 2027 and maybe 2...

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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers made a number of transactions on the fringes of the 40-man roster, including bringing back catcher Ben Rortvedt and designating Anthony Banda for assignment.

Andy Ibáñez signed a one-year deal with the Dodgers in January and three weeks later was claimed off waivers by the A’s. Plus, outfielder Michael Siani got claimed by the Dodgers for a second time

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look more into the signing of Kyle Tucker, and also other recent Dodgers transactions in the last two weeks.

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.



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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we recap the Kyle Tucker press conference, go over his contract details and opt-out clauses in the four-year, $240 million deal, why he chose uniform number 23, and where the right fielder might hit in the Dodgers lineup.

We also take a look at what is probably remaining for the Dodgers to add to the roster in the two-plus weeks before pitchers and catchers repo...

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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers continued to swim in the deep end of the free agent pool, signing Kyle Tucker for a staggering $240 million over four years.

Tucker, who turned 29 on Saturday, was considered the top free agent on the market, and he stabilizes a Dodgers outfield that struggled to produce in 2025, especially in the corners. He joins Andy Pages as the only Dodgers regular position p...

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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look at the Hall of Fame ballot, and the experience of first-time Hall voter Eric Stephen.

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.


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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, the Dodgers settled all salary arbitration cases and added some infield depth to the 40-man roster.

Andy Ibáñez signed a one-year deal and figures to see time at second and third base, adding some insurance with Tommy Edman coming off ankle surgery and Max Muncy playing only 173 total games over the last two seasons. 

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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look back at various predictions we made about the Dodgers and MLB in 2025, to rate how we need.

Plus, questions on the current free agent market, what’s left for the Dodgers, and looking back at Clayton Kershaw stats.

Related holiday recipes:

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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, closer extraordinaire Edwin Díaz signed with the Dodgers, shoring up the back end of the Los Angeles bullpen.

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.



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December 9, 2025 23 mins

On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we look at the Dodgers roster, Dalton Rushing’s role, possible free agent additions, and holiday leftovers.

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.



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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, Miguel Rojas re-signed with the Dodgers for 2026, and will join the front office in 2027.

Also, former Dodgers second baseman Jeff Kent made the Hall of Fame, and we catch up on a month’s worth of roster minutiae.

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On this episode of the Three-Inning Save podcast, we usher in the official start of the MLB offseason.

Seven Dodgers became free agents on November 2, the morning after the World Series, including Kiké Hernández, Miguel Rojas, and a retiring Clayton Kershaw.

Max Muncy ($10 million) and Alex Vesia ($3.65 million) had their club options exercised by the Dodgers. Tony Gonsolin was designated for assignment as he recovers from his seco...

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