The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Oct 23, 2025
Dave Roberts, the dynamic manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, discusses his preparation for the World Series and the urgency required for postseason success. He shares insights on making in-game decisions, balancing analytics with instinct, and highlights crucial roster choices, including the transition of Rokey to the bullpen. Roberts boldly defends his team against criticisms of ‘ruining baseball,’ emphasizing Dodgers' positive contributions and unique culture. He wraps up with thoughts on the Blue Jays' athleticism and the atmosphere of Rogers Centre.
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Uncovering Scandals Protects Sports
- Colin frames the FBI arrests as necessary to protect sports' sanctity despite gambling's long history.
- He stresses that uncovering allegations helps preserve trust in leagues and competitions.
Vegas Lessons On Gambling And Crime
- Colin recounts the FBI arrest news linking Chauncey Billups, Damon Jones, and Terry Rozier to illegal gambling and prop bets.
- He references his Vegas experience to contextualize how gambling and organized crime have long hovered around sports.
Scale And Sophistication Of The Alleged Scheme
- The alleged scheme spanned 11 states and involved tech-enabled poker fraud and sports prop rigging.
- Colin highlights video evidence claims and a multi-year FBI probe alleging millions lost to victims.