The TK Show: A Show about sports in the Bay Area [North & South] 49ers at 3-0 / Dodgers Turning to Sasaki?
Sep 23, 2025
Dylan Hernandez, a seasoned baseball reporter for the Los Angeles Times, joins the conversation to dissect the Dodgers' precarious pitching situation ahead of the playoffs. He and Tim delve into Nick Bosa's injury, its playoff implications, and potential trade strategies. The duo also debates the Dodgers' rotation choices for key October games, including the risky idea of using young talent Roki Sasaki in relief. Their insights on the 49ers' strong start at 3-0 despite injuries round out an engaging discussion on Bay Area sports.
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3-0 Momentum Still Valuable
- Losing Nick Bosa changes the 49ers' dynamic but doesn't erase their 3-0 momentum.
- Tim Kawakami argues reinvesting now (e.g., Trey Hendrickson) is worth chasing a Super Bowl shot.
Pursue A Cost‑Controlled Edge Rusher
- Try trading for Trey Hendrickson as a realistic upgrade at a controlled cost.
- Kawakami suggests tiered draft compensation tied to playoffs and re-signing outcomes.
Wins Hide Health Problems
- Wins validate teams and mask injuries; losses amplify them.
- Kawakami stresses that staying 3-0 convinces a locker room it can overcome missing stars.