Shohei Ohtani continues to dazzle, clinching Player of the Week for the second consecutive time with a .500 average, multiple home runs, and impressive stolen bases. As the MLB playoffs take shape, the Los Angeles Dodgers prepare to face the winner of the Padres-Braves wild card series. Meanwhile, Chris Sale's back spasms cast doubt on his playoff availability for the Braves. The Dodgers are adjusting their strategy during a 5-day break, incorporating optional workouts and intrasquad games. Manager Dave Roberts stresses the importance of urgency and intensity, sparking debate among the hosts about its true impact. The episode also explores fan energy's psychological effect and critiques MLB's playoff format.

Tune in for an in-depth analysis from a Dodgers fan perspective as they anticipate the high-stakes playoff action.

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0:00 Intro

0:02 Shohei Ohtani's Remarkable Performance

3:06 Shohei Ohtani's Remarkable Season

18:24 Major League Baseball's Postseason Paradox

26:27 Dodgers' Innovative Playoff Preparation

29:31 Roberts' Mindset and Intensity Approach

31:16 The Myth of Intensity in Baseball

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