Dodging Sleep - A UK Dodgers Podcast
By Leon Boyne
Dodging Sleep - A UK Dodgers PodcastApr 15, 2024
Happy Jackie Robinson Day!
This week the Dodging Sleep boys celebrate the life of Jackie Robinson on the 77th anniversary of Jackie breaking baseball's colour bar. They also look back on a mixed couple of weeks for the Dodgers and discuss the current pitching issues.
Back to Dodging Sleep 2024
This week the Boys from Dodging Sleep review the Dodgers early season progress, looking at the highs, the lows and the irrational fears 1 week in.
The gang get the predictions wrong!
The Dodging Sleep guys return with some outlandish predictions for the season ahead, the movement at Short Stop and have a brief look at the opponents in the NL West
Dodging Sleep with Dodgers Team Historian Mark Langill
The Dodging Sleep boys are joined by The Dodgers team historian, Mark Langill for a special episode. Mark shares some great stories about Vin Scully, Tommy Lasorda as well as his favourite memories as both a Dodger fan and employee!
Dodging Sleep Offseason Review
This week the Dodging Sleep crew discuss the Dodgers offseason so far including the signings of Tyler Glasgow, Teoscar Hernandez, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Shohei Ohtani.
The return of Clayton Kershaw is also discussed along with potential options for the boys in blue.
Ohtani is a Dodger!
Mookie Betts for MVP!
The Dodging Sleep boys look back at an incredible August for the Dodgers, driven by MVP months for Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman, look ahead to the remaining games and discuss whether the Dodgers should still go all in on Shohei Ohtani in the offseason.
We love LA more than Eduardo Rodriguez does!
This week the boys discuss the Dodgers run of form since the Allstar break including tough series against the Orioles, the Rangers, the Jays and Reds. They also look at the trade deadline, the prospects for next offseason and look ahead to the reunion with the NL West!
London Series Recap
This week the boys in blue from the wrong side of the Pond look back at an exciting week for Baseball in the UK and Europe as MLB arrives in London!
The Bulls*t Pen!
This week the Ian's discuss the Dodgers on-going issues with the bullpen, the majesty of Clayton Kershaw, look forward to the London Series and debate whether its time for Dave Roberts to move on!
Thor - A superhero no more!
This week the Dodging Sleep boys take a look at the Dodgers starting pitchers, discuss the All-Star prospects, review the last week and look forward to the Yankees at Dodger Stadium
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The Funky Muncy
This week the Dodging Sleep boys look back at an improved couple of weeks for the Dodgers, discuss Max Muncy and his season so far, the shortstop conundrum and look forward to a big week ahead for the boys in blue.
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Outman or Superman?
This week the Dodging Sleep boys look back at a challenging opening couple of weeks for the Dodgers, discuss the impact of the new MLB rule changes as well as the performance of Dodger rookies, James Outman & Miguel Vargas.
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2023 Preview Podcast (Featuring Jelly Halliwell)
The Dodging Sleep podcast returns for 2023! This week the boys for across the pond discuss the new look Dodgers, give their predictions for the season ahead and how young Ian's trip to the WBC with Great Britain.
Will Clayton Kershaw win the Cy Young? will Miguel Vargas win the rookie of the year? Tune in to here our predictions
It's obviously Chris Taylor
This week the lads look back over the Dodgers recent games as a potentially record breaking regular season draws to a close. They also discuss the Craig Kimbrel conundrum, have a quick look forward to the postseason, a truimphant look back at Great Britain's successful World Baseball Classic Qualifying campaign and try to decide whether a Joc Pederson & Cody Bellinger platoon is viable option for the Dodgers Dodging Sleep Dream team!
Mitch Who??
This week the Boys from the UK look back at an impressive run for the Dodgers over the last couple of weeks, discuss the highs and more highs that the Dodgers have reach. They also dissect the pitching options for the Dodgers as they gear up for the postseason, look ahead to a busy week in LA and Old Ian finds out that his favourite pitcher Mitch White was traded to Toronto!
Memories of Vin
This week, the boys from the UK reflect on the passing of the great Vin Scully and reflect on his greatest moments in the commentary booth. There's also a reflection on the extraordinary run the team has been on since the Allstar break and a look forward to the week ahead.
Justin Turner is Superman!
This week the Dodging Sleep crew look back on a perfect 7 days for the Dodgers, discuss MLB Europe's Home Run Derby X, looking at Justin Turner's finest moment in a Dodger Jersey, decide Clayton Kershaw gets the first inning at the Allstar game and look forward to a short week of Dodgers Baseball.
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Is Chase Utley the man?
This week the British Boys in Blue discuss the last few series for the Dodgers including wins against the Reds and the Braves, take a deep dive into the Freddie Freeman situation and debate whether Chase Utley or Kiké Hernández take the 2nd base job in the Dodging Sleep Dream Team
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Dodging Predictions
This week the Boys from the British side of the Atlantic look back at a horrific set of predictions from last week, discuss the current struggles of Walker Buehler, try to find a reason that Adrian Gonzalez isn't the Dodgers best 1st baseman since 2010 and look ahead to a tough week of fixtures against the White Sox and the Giants.
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The Dodgers roll on!
The Dodgers boys from the UK look back at an impressive 8-2 road trip, discuss who has impressed and who has distressed so far and look forward to a huge series against the New York Mets!
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Did we just kick-start Justin Turner??
This week the boys of Dodging Sleep review a successful week for the Dodgers, discuss Justin Turner's struggles at the plate just hours before his 4 for 5 (3 doubles) against the Pirates, praise the highly effective Dodgers rotation and look ahead to the next week of games.
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King Kersh!
This week Ian B, Ian C and Adam look back on a record breaking outing for Clayton Kershaw, review the week for the boys in blue, and look forward to a couple of big series against the Giants and Cubs
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Business as usual
This week, we look back on a strong week for the Dodgers with series wins against the Braves and the Padres and discuss whether Robo umpires are needed after a tough week for the fellas behind the plate. The guys also discuss the new look Dodgers broadcast team.
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Nearly perfect
This week, we look back on a perfect week for the Dodgers, whether Clayton Kershaw should have been allowed to continue a perfect day, an apology to Andrew Heaney, the importance of Jackie Robinson and the number 42 and look ahead to the series against the Braves and the Padres.
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The Wacky Winds of Coors Field
The boys from @DodgersInTheUK return to dissect an unsuccessful opening series for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Rockies, discuss reasons to panic and reasons to be cheerful and look ahead to the upcoming games against the Twins and the Reds.
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Back to Dodging Sleep
The boys from @DodgersInTheUK return for season 2! This week we look at the roster changes including the signings of Freddie Freeman & Craig Kimbrel, MLB returning to London with Home Run Derby X, the wisdom behind Dave Robert's "We will win the World Series" comments and our predictions for the week and season ahead!
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Close but no Cigar
The Ian's take a look back on a season that promised so much but ultimately failed to deliver for the Dodgers. The boys also look forward to the offseason and the potential changes to the Dodgers roster for the 2022 season.
Mind the gap!
This week the boys from Dodgers in the UK discuss whether Max Muncy is a true MVP contender, whether Walker Buehler can take the NL Cy Young, the exceptional talents of Trea Turner, the gap in the NL West and look ahead to a potentially pivotal week for the Dodgers!
Scherzer is a Dodger!
This week the boys for Dodgers in the UK discuss the acquisition of Max Scherzer & Trea Turner, a rough week on the field for the Boys in Blue, the struggles of Cody Bellinger, and look forward to a potentially explosive series against the Houston Astros.
The Mid-Term school report
This week the boys discuss the Dodgers performance since the All-Star break, grade the Dodgers first half of the season, discuss Bellinger's struggles, and fantasize about the idea of having 2 Mad Max's in the Dodgers lineup!
President Kershaw
This week we look back on a successful week for the Boys in Blue, discuss the White House visit, position players on the mound, predict the return of Kenta Maeda and look ahead to the next 7 days of Dodger Baseball.
Episode 12
Dodging Sleep since 1977!
This week, the Ian's are joined by Brian Kendal to discuss how he because a Dodgers fan back in 1977, the last week in Dodger Baseball, sticky stuff in baseball and the incredible Walker Buehler!
Say what? A Koufax home run!
This week Ian B & Ian C discuss all things Dodgers as viewed from across the Atlantic Ocean and question whether celebrating home runs is good for baseball, a look back at the last week in Dodger baseball, and a quick look back at a Sandy Koufax home run!
CT3: A Taylor-made all-star?
This week, the guys take a look back at the last couple of weeks for the Dodgers, make a case for CT3 becoming an All-star, question the unwritten rules of baseball and look at the week ahead for the reigning, defending, and undisputed World Series Champion Dodgers!
Unwritten fools and no-hitter duels!
The Dodgers UK crew discuss a great week for the Dodgers, baseballs unwritten rules, the rise of the no-hitter, and look ahead to the week in Dodger Baseball!
Home Sweet Home
A look back on a mixed couple of weeks, the signing of Albert Pujols, the injury to Corey Seager, and a quick review of the rookies who have stepped up to the plate this season.
Kickham while they are down!
This week we look back at a tough seven days for the boys in blue, the offensive slump, find out who Mike Kickham is and decide that Madbum will not be credited with a no-hitter.
Don't panic, It's still April!
This week we discuss a pretty rough week for the Boys in Blue, the European Super League, and Angry Kenley!
Dairy Free JT!
This week we discuss the home series against the Rockies, the pesky inhabitants of Dodger Stadium South, and the Dairy-free power of Justin Turner.
Sticky Balls & Bullpen Calls!
The thoughts and ramblings of 5 UK-based Los Angeles Dodgers fans. This week we discuss the second week of the baseball season, Trevor Bauer's baseballs, and the Kenley conundrum!
Andrew Friedman's on the Phone!
The thoughts and ramblings of 5 UK-based Los Angeles Dodgers fans. This week we discuss the opening series against the Rockies, how to manage the bullpen and whether we keep Corey Seager or Cody Bellinger!
Episode One
The thoughts and ramblings of 5 UK-based Los Angeles Dodgers fans who sound nothing like Prince Harry!