The TK Show: A Show about sports in the Bay Area [North & South] What if the Dodgers Blow This?
Oct 29, 2025
Dylan Hernandez, a baseball reporter for the Los Angeles Times, dives into the Dodgers' precarious position in the World Series against the Blue Jays. He analyzes Blake Snell's crucial role and Vladimir Guerrero's impact on Toronto's offense. The discussion also highlights Yoshinobu Yamamoto's impressive pitching skills and growing legacy. As tensions rise, they explore the fallout if the Dodgers lose, including fan reactions and management decisions, alongside insights on NBA players Jonathan Kuminga and Austin Reaves' futures.
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Snell Must Pitch Deep For Dodgers To Thrive
- Blake Snell's start will likely decide Game 5 and possibly the series outcome for the Dodgers.
- Dylan Hernandez says Snell must give at least seven innings for the Dodgers to have a realistic chance.
Blue Jays Grind, Not Rely On Strikeouts
- The Blue Jays' lineup grinds at-bats and forces the Dodgers to make plays rather than relying on strikeouts.
- Hernandez contrasts Vlad Guerrero as Toronto's clear weapon to L.A.'s dependence on Shohei Ohtani.
Yamamoto's Multi-Pitch Masterclass
- Yamamoto used a varied five- or six-pitch mix and shifted to cutters to induce quick outs in his Toronto start.
- Hernandez called that performance one of the best pitched games he's seen recently.