— The Los Angeles Dodgers were the talk of baseball this weekend after adding three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer and All-Star Trea Turner in a blockbuster deal at the trade deadline.
— It was far from certain that Asdrúbal Cabrera would be wearing an Arizona Diamondbacks uniform on Friday night.
That was wild. Now that the most exciting trade deadline in recent memory is passed, here's who came out looking the best -- and the worst.
Dodgers president Andrew Friedman's latest trade move -- plucking Max Scherzer and Trea Turner from Washington for a package of four prospects -- might have made Los Angeles the favorites to repeat as World Series champions.
The MLB trade deadline has passed. Here's our reaction to completed deals and what to know for every team.
Travis thinks there are big implications for the Dodgers, especially for Cody Bellinger, with the trade with the Washington Nationals for Max Scherzer and Trea Turner. And, how much of a genius is Dodgers' President Andrew Friedman for all of his moves since taking over the Dodgers in 2014? Also, who was the right fit for the Lakers: Russell Westbrook or Buddy Hield? Plus, reaction to Kyle Kuzma's IG post dedicated to the city of LA and "the Dump."
July 29, 2021 became an historic day in Los Angeles as both the Lakers and the Dodgers make blockbuster trades for Russell Westbrook, Max Scherzer and Trea Turner, top 15 players in their respective sports. Both agreed on the Dodgers' huge trade but had different opinions when it came to "Brodie" coming to LA. Travis hates the fit of Westbrook to the Lakers while Sliwa loves the Lakers going "all in again." And, is it the Dodgers' title "to lose" with their new moves? Plus, "Ask Sli!"
The Dodgers are finalizing a deal to acquire Max Scherzer and Trea Turner from the Nationals in a blockbuster trade. Which team is getting the best of this deal?
In anticipation of completing a trade for Max Scherzer and Trea Turner, the Los Angeles Dodgers' odds to win the World Series have improved to as low as 2-1 at the SuperBook at Westgate Las Vegas, the shortest they've been all season.
We've seen blockbuster after blockbuster this week. Here's what other deals are left to be made.
The Dodgers have officially acquired star right-hander Max Scherzer and star shortstop Trea Turner from the Nationals for a massive prospect haul.
An immense statement by the Dodgers to pull off a deal for SP Max Scherzer and SS Trea Turner. It cost them their two best prospects, but they beat the Giants and Padres for by far the best starting pitcher available — the only man who can adequately replace Trevor Bauer — and added a premium shortstop who prevents them from having to bid for Corey Seager in the offseason. Turner can get ABs in CF and 2B in the meantime. Scherzer slots in at the top of what is once again a vaunted rotation.
Who is rising and falling on our list ahead of Friday's 4 p.m. ET trade deadline?
The Los Angeles Dodgers are making significant progress on a deal that would send them star right-hander Max Scherzer and star shortstop Trea Turner from the Washington Nationals for a prospect-laden return, sources tell ESPN.
The Dodgers acquired veteran LHP Danny Duffy from the Royals on Thursday, it was announced.
— Brandon Crawford doubled home two runs in his first at-bat after coming back from a left oblique strain and the majors-leading San Francisco Giants beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-0 Thursday in the rubber match of a three-game series.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are acquiring pitcher Danny Duffy from the Kansas City Royals. Who got the best of this move?
The Los Angeles Dodgers are finalizing a deal to acquire left-hander Danny Duffy from the Kansas City Royals, sources tell ESPN.
Hour Two started with the fellas wondering what LA team is most likely to win a title this year: the Lakers, the Dodgers or the Rams? Also, wing trivia since it's National Wing Day and talk on the Dodgers with the MLB trading deadline a day away. Plus, a look back at one of the darkest days in the NBA: The Malice At The Palace. And, "The Dump!"
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 65 | 39 | .625 | - | W1 |
| LA Dodgers | 63 | 43 | .594 | 3 | W1 |
| San Diego | 60 | 47 | .561 | 6.5 | L2 |
| Colorado | 46 | 59 | .438 | 19.5 | W2 |
| Arizona | 33 | 72 | .314 | 32.5 | L1 |
