Will Dave Roberts Become the Highest-Paid Manager in MLB? + Los Angeles Dodgers Reliever Options

Can Dave Roberts become the highest-paid manager in baseball history? The Los Angeles Dodgers are at a pivotal moment, considering a potential contract extension for Roberts, who has consistently led the team to the playoffs and World Series appearances. This episode explores the Dodgers' strategic moves, including potential relief pitcher acquisitions through free agency or trades. Key figures like Jeff Hoffman, Kirby Yates, and Ryan Helsley are discussed as the team seeks to bolster its bullpen. Join hosts Jeff J. Snider and Vince Samperio as they analyze the Dodgers' evolving strategy and the impact of these potential changes. With insights into player performances and management decisions, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the Dodgers' path forward. Tune in to discover how these developments could shape the Dodgers' future and what it means for their championship aspirations. Be sure to subscribe to Locked On Dodgers wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube, and come back every weekday morning and spend your morning commute with two of the biggest Dodger fans you'll ever meet. Thanks for making Locked On Dodgers your first listen every day, and please tell your friends! For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. 0:00 Intro 3:33 Dave Roberts' managerial accomplishments 7:46 Roberts' bullpen management and player relations 10:59 Potential contract extension for Roberts 14:00 Free agent relief pitcher options 18:19 Analyzing Kirby Yates' potential fit 23:00 Potential trade targets for elite relievers 28:44 Comparing stats of potential trade targets 31:54 Surprising post-All Star break OPS stats Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Rocket Money Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.