# DODGERS POSTCAST: Dodgers again making life more challenging on their starter with no support.

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Podcast: [Locked On Dodgers – Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Dodgers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-dodgers-daily-podcast-on-the-los-angeles-dodgers-769641)
Published: 2026-08-29T20:34:43+00:00
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## Resource

Los Angeles Dodgers falter again, falling 2-1 to the Detroit Tigers as offensive woes deepen the pressure on their pitching staff. Can stars like Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman spark a turnaround before it’s too late? Pete Fox dissects the Dodgers’ continued struggles at the plate—highlighting missed opportunities, key double plays, and lackluster efforts from the lineup. With Blake Snell’s strong start overshadowed by poor run support and questions swirling around bullpen choices like Jack Dreyer, the frustration mounts among fans and analysts alike. The episode spotlights concerns around the Dodgers’ ability to clinch important victories against sub-.500 teams, the need for a mental reset, and hope for Will Smith’s return to ignite the offense. Are the Dodgers simply hitting rock bottom at the right time, or is a deeper crisis looming ahead of their postseason push?

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