Untold Stories on Dodgers' World Series Run with Mookie Betts, Dave Roberts | On Base, Ep. 32

[@josesantos1752]

This mf mookie interviewed all his opponents, studied them all and won a World Series. Smart guy 😅

[@Jae_323]

And people were talkin 💩 too about it, little did they know 🤣

[@californiahandball]

We always talk about the Mamba mentality! In Los Angeles, my question is... Is it time to start talking about the Mookie Mentality!? This is the next level ART OF WAR, keep your friend close, but keep your enemies closer!

[@SenorTortas]

Yep interviewed Judge, Jizzholm, Lindor, Tatis and beat them all this postseason lol

[@josesantos1752]

@@SenorTortas this is crazy bro cause I saw all the interviews before all this happen… I’m a Yankees fan but I admire the smart move.

[@josesantos1752]

@@californiahandball you are not lying bro and you might be on to something. Mookie mentality! Go Yankees tho 😅

[@katemarieeee]

Ive always loved the dodgers but man, this 2024 team made me fall in love, not only with baseball overall, but even more in love with this team. What a fantastic season it was.

[@garronguzman5202]

my first favorite dodger team since that 2017 team

[@dirknowitzki3891]

A lot less robotic/analytics involved this season. Way more heart and hustle this year.

[@AndrewR21]

Same I’ve been a dodger fan since forever early 2010’s were some tough years falling short but man seems like finally we getting over the hump

[@cm40380]

Same. I grew up going to Dodgers games but I wasn’t in it until this whole season. This team has made me fall in love baseball. I have learned so much about the whole game. I am excited for spring training and the new season. I am invested in all the players.

[@Uilani-g4m]

I've never liked the Dodgers but I do love this team. Like, how I like the Royals team that won the championship. You can feel the team chemistry and that they all respect and like each other. Tons of humility on the team. They play for team and not self and that made it fun to watch.

[@adileneaquino1128]

We need an on Base with Teo!!!

[@elvergalarga3659]

Yess we need mookie and teo

[@lexisnyder978]

YES

[@pokeultra7675]

Yesssss! Agreeeee!

[@hassanhamilton1363]

That would be epic!!

[@Kendigs]

Yes please! 🙏

[@carnerenas]

Doc showed a masterclass this season of managing. Dodger fans gotta stop the hate when they lose a game.

[@AY2121-i4y]

Ikr... as a new bandwagon fan thanks to Ohtani😂. Alot of Dodgers fans were calling for his head. Dude proves his worth this year

[@Henrydog808]

@@AY2121-i4ysame bandwagon fan here from Shohei 😂. Go Dodgers! 🎉

[@mykanvazquez1702]

@@Henrydog808we love and accept you guys

[@Terry_hesticles]

Just noticed they both say “because of our character “ at the same time. You know dam well they were all locked in

[@JarrodAlagao]

Gotta admit, I wanted Roberts outta here before this season even started due to the last two early postseason exits lol. Glad he proved me wrong though

[@cabralrichards7696]

Very cool to learn that Dave Roberts challenged Walker Buehler in front of the whole team and due to their relationship, Walker responded positively. Roberts knows his players and how to push them. Even recommending to guys to modify their approaches in the batting cages to focus on hits (not specifically home runs) - we saw how that played out. It worked.

[@robertjara2429]

I agree 100%. Some friends and I started to realize that Buehler had been making his way back to being the pitcher he used to be and now it's pretty awesome to know that that was called out of him. Love this team 🙏

[@yo-jz4ri]

Still can’t believe I witnessed Dave Roberts throw it back on ice cube in real tine

[@AY2121-i4y]

He's old... give him a pass😂

[@ek824]

Doc gets a pass, our Dodgers are the zestiest team in the league but we back our boys!

[@lutravelstheworld]

@@ek824 I see what you did there.

[@marvinantonio9078]

@@ek824Nothing expresses love and teamwork more than throwing ass and bumping cock after homers 😤😤💪

[@Jerome7-v5u]

​@@ek824 nah even for the dodgers that was pretty zesty

[@coyote702]

15:20 "The game honored you" Dave Roberts is a poet!! 😢 That was beautiful

[@derrick_ahsam]

Such a good line!

[@esantana6722]

Thank you for this interview.. as a lifelong Dodger Fan, I have always been on Roberts' side, his personality and energy is infectious and you can't fake that. I am so glad the organization stuck with him, all of those tough losses make this so much sweeter.. Thank you Mookie and Dave for this seasons championship, this meant alot to me and my family.

[@xmiggiex]

Doc definitely evolved as a manager. Not only understanding the feel of the game, but the control and love of his players. Give the man whatever contract he wants. I want more rings in LA!

[@emmanuelgarcia619]

Evolved in the last few weeks? After game 3 against the padres everyone wanted him fired

[@edomarpez1840]

@@emmanuelgarcia619 The whole playoffs he showed a different approach, sadly, many just see results without analyzing the game as it should

[@UniversalBouquets]

As a Red Sox Fan, this guy has more heart and thats why the players play so well. When you connect on a deeper level, its a different game! Superb coach! Hope he stays!

[@kylethomas432]

We’re very lucky to have Doc and Mookie on our team. GO DODGERS

[@samushunter0048]

Wannabe 1986 Mets lol

[@azgazr8]

@@samushunter0048no need to be wannabes of 1986 - This is the 2024 Los Angeles Dodgers World Champions energy you’re seeing on screen, bud.

[@recterr]

man dave robert’s really did his thing this postseason. obviously our pitchers did their thing but robert’s was taking out and putting pitchers in at the right time. Thanks Doc 🫡🏆💙

[@unheardxeno9856]

💀

[@recterr]

@ shut up kid

[@TheWatcher818]

People hated on these dudes. Wanted them gone. Thought Dave was clueless and thought Mookie was more focused on bowling. That was me. I was “people”. I apologize. Thank you both for finishing the job.

[@edomarpez1840]

Recognize a mistake. Apologize. That's the best approach for life. Congrats!!

[@crankynutcase]

This team has heart. And I think Doc is the reason why it works.

[@jeny701005]

Exactly 👍

[@antonioduverge3558]

What an freaking interesting interview! People don't give much credit to Dave Roberts as a manager but the guy did an amazing job, moving the right parts, during the last game, i thought that guy is restless, he really wants to win this, great manager!!

[@johnsong4643]

Hall of frame. Both of them.. Amazing manager and player. After 2020 roberts was crazy game planner this year postseason. Unbelievable.

[@danielletowles1389]

I can't believe I thought a manager " interview would boring. So wrong! This is so delicious! I'm gonna re-watch for sure.

[@joeymagana6338]

Manager of the year. Best year of his career and possibly the best postseason coaching performance in history.

[@richardmcelroy6314]

I agree100% however the MLB will give the award to someone less deserving like Pat Murphy.

[@irisk934]

I've watched every single one of Mookie's interview podcasts. This one is the best!

[@Bigginz85]

“I wanted to put my hands on him” Amazing coaching Doc

[@boogerbubbabear]

Thank you Mookie for getting Doc on your pod. Love hearing all the stories. Thanks for the championship. Let’s go again!

[@AlfonsoValenzuela-w2s]

Have been a big fan since of Mookie since his Red Sox days and when he got traded to the Dodgers it was one of the coolest days of my life! May Mookie and Dave continue to be gentlemen in the sport and icons in Dodgers history! Congratulations and let's do it again a few more times this decade!!!

[@DeborahReinke]

This conversation was pure gold! The insight to the details of this amazing WORLD SERIES VICTORY brings out the heart & soul of my L.A. DODGERS! 💙⚾️💃🏻

[@DeborahReinke]

Freddie Freeman’s Homer was the defining moment to the WORLD SERIES WIN!

[@bobsyoruncle4583]

I'm a life-long Jays fan - I only started watching the Dodgers because of Shohei - but man, by the end of this season I was 100% behind this team. Seeing how all the players went about their business every day and getting to know their character on and off the field - respect! And then there's Dave Roberts. For me what separates a great manager from the rest is the ability to "feel" the moment - to know when to pull a pitcher or leave him in - whatever the analytics say. I can't imagine a better manager for this team .

[@davidday2373]

That Nissan Sentra of the 1980s was like the Honda Civic of the 1990s. I had the Honda Accord 😎, and I was still bumping "It Was Good Day" Ice Cube.

[@DC-op8fs]

Awesome interview by Mookie, he asked every question in perfect order. Great job Mookie an Dave. World Series Champions 2020 🏆 2024 🏆

[@element720]

You HAVE to give Doc credit for this championship. 100% earned.. nothing ANYONE can say about that

[@johnsong4643]

Showmanship, communication skills, game planner, leadership etc. Dave is 10 years more please for LA international great baseball team

[@artbyillustratorwriterlori9895]

I got the sense this year that Doc was managing from his gut this post season, not via the front office or the analytics team. When emotions run so high I truly believe that's the magic formula to winning it all. Congrats to you both on a spectacular season! So thrilled and lucky to have you both in Dodger Blue. As always, we enjoyed the show Mookie! ❤

[@ritasmith3403]

Coming back and winning Game 1 against the Padres was for me, the biggest game of the year. Thank goodness they had the grit, talent and determination to come back. All year the Padres worried me. They came into the playoffs rolling while the Dodgers, though playing very well, were so short on pitching. A masterful coaching job by Roberts and the Dawgs really stepped up. 💙💙💙

[@beckmanchilds756]

Well said

[@mnmaddict37532]

For Mookie to even interview Dave Roberts tells you how much respect he has for him

[@tacogang5083]

I watched the mookie betts dad gang interview a bunch of times. This one with dave is going on replay too 👍 thank you for the 2024 memories. My son was born the week of the korea series. We watched every single game together, starting from the hospital when he was born to the all-star game, to holding him in front of the tv as freddie hit the walk-off grand slam. Jumping and screaming squeezing him so tight. I'll never forget that moment.

[@HalfAMilll]

Man I can’t wait to have a son with me watching the games must be nice bro 🥲🤟🏽

[@Kaiba_yug]

Not gonna lie man we all were a bit skeptical about roberts over the years but I got to admit he was great this season really made smart decisions.

[@GSignz]

I feel like he finally learned how to balance analytics and reading the situation/ players. He trusted his gut when he needed to and he pushed the right buttons

[@yoboijohn3195]

A bit?😭😂 nah but on a real note, doc definitely solidified himself as our skip this year!

[@Kaiba_yug]

@@yoboijohn3195 ima be honest i was but he proved a lot of us wrong 🤷🏻‍♂️ hes a great manager

[@chasekemp6642]

As a Padre fan, I agree:

[@Kaiba_yug]

@@yoboijohn3195i mean yeah i wasnt personally super skeptical just a bit but this year it just threw that narrative out the window lol im glad he was able to help the team out nd bring it to LA🙏🏼

[@ché_1987]

Doc is a future HOF manager who has matured a lot over the last 4yrs+. The 2024 Dodgers were the most gritty team over the last 45yrs. The 2025 Dodgers will be motivated to repeat in the NL since the 1976 Reds. Go Dodgers!!!

[@TSFPK]

This episode is my favorite so far. So many behind the scene stories from the two. I can tell Mookie and Dave have really good chemistry too😄 I also love the color of Dave’s shirt👕 it looks great on him!

[@sojc7144]

Thank you Doc, Mookie and Dodgers Team for the World Series Win!!💯🏆💙🙏

[@YamaMX]

By far the best episode yet, wow. Thank you Doc and Fiddy. 😂❤

[@drfreestyle186]

Im so happy to know Dave wants to keep Teo.

[@HVYBOY]

I wasn’t ready for this to end

[@kittymorgan9783]

... especially without any mention of Othani! 😢

[@beckmanchilds756]

@@kittymorgan9783it was a decoy 😂

[@kittymorgan9783]

@@HVYBOY Apparently!

[@michaelkrawic3196]

Mookie. ! Wow. Your best interview yet. You and DR are treasures. Truly.

[@JenniferThomas-w7c]

This was a great interview and made me love this team even more

[@Seigerootz]

Dave showed how much he's progressed as a pen manger. Taking charge and using his gut is the way.

[@nowtheworld138]

I hope Dave finally gets the respect and recognition he deserves as a manager

[@True2blue71]

concerning Treinen, Roberts brought his eyes to the fight. Great Job Doc 3x Champion and counting.🧢🔥🏆🏆🏆🧢

[@fertavram869]

Thank you Mookie and Dave for bringing the trophy home. We love you guys!!! Let’s do it all over again!!!! 💙💙💙💙

[@janinenakazawa6990]

Thank you for opening your hearts and souls here. It was truly an amazing season, so memorable . I loved seeing the love and support the Dodgers players have for each other. Winning the WS was pure joy ❤. Congratulations, well done!!!

[@Doggpoundgaming]

Dodgers really have me loving baseball 💙🤍

[@arnaubonetbiesca3751]

I’m from Spain and this is the first time i watch a World Series, Play-offs, Postseason. I just start watching baseball few years ago and all thank’s to Ohtani. I never thought i will felt for a Sport and less baseball. When he signs for the Dodgers i start watching old clips, mlb page, and really felt in love with Dodger history, fan base and team. Hope can see a game in person some day. This vídeos from Mookie are Gold. Go Dodgers!!!

[@montenicolaides5592]

I appreciate Dave’s honesty

[@rickdeckard9810]

7:00 Exactly, SD had the Dodgers number all season plus the previous year took them out so that was the World Series for the Dodgers if they could get past SD that would be it that's why Shoheils 3 run HR was so vital in Game 1 and set the tone for the rest of the playoffs. Had SD won game one things may have been very different.

[@Zagirus]

Without Ohtani’s clutch 3 run homer, we would’ve got swept.

[@ManuelRoman-s9g]

Roberts!!!!!! When you said live or die with Treinen, got me so pumped up because I was thinking that during the game!

[@jaelsierra6498]

Love seeing them re living the series. Thanks for this 😎

[@Franko91352]

My respect coach Roberts for giving credit to your awesome coaching staff, You made me a fan Go Dodgers

[@jaydee6809]

Thank you Mookie and Robert’s and the whole Dodgers organization for curing my depression haha lol 😂

[@jonnyfowler2538]

Guys please don't change, the way you talk so natural and undiluted. Got the bug for baseball in 2020 and just love how it's just so traditional. I live in the UK and football has changed so much and not for the better in my opinion.

[@JimYusko]

Doc had a great postseason! He finally learned to trust his gut he said so himself with the Treinen move. He's come a long way. He deserves all the credit he is finally getting. Great to see it.

[@zachg3069]

This might be the greatest coaching/managing job I have ever seen. First off, managing an MLB team is probably more difficult than coaching an NBA or NFL team. That said, I cant think of a better job in any of the big USA sports than what Dave did this year. Absolutely unbelievable job this year.

[@wilson42378]

Thank you both! I was at Texas for game 6 2020 and I was game 1/2 2024. Love you both. Best memories of my life 💙⚾️

[@davidleon237]

Mookie paying respect to the real GOAT with the hat

[@1SNITCH]

Crazy a man named Mookie Wilson hit a grounder to 1st base to help tie a World Series game in 1986. The ⚾️ went under Bill Buckner’s legs. Mookie Betts in 2024 a ground ball to Rizzo at 1st base had same eerie result.

[@HOusEoFsiERRa]

Thank you for all the hard work you put into all these shows, Mookie. This episode with Doc has been my favorite so far. Congratulations, champs! 🤩🥳

[@jjlovelord]

That fifth inning comeback describe the resistance and toughness of this team under so much pressure and expectations and the unity of one heartness to achieve something people say it easy for the Dodgers

[@malkinmalone]

That Atlanta series in 2020 was insane. Anyone who thinks that was a mickey mouse title should go watch that series.

[@CamxCam.]

Somebody had to win it...

[@everyonehates-us]

JT’s diving tag and double play at 3rd might be the single most significant defensive play I’ve ever seen as a fan

[@juanchewtree4159]

I’m sure any Brave’s player felt devastated losing a 3-1 lead… if the pros felt something about that then that means that title meant something. Whining sore losers never been ready to accept that.

[@MikeShamberg]

What a phenomenal manager. This is coaching at it's highest level and purpose. Love Dave's humility and the way he approaches it all.

[@JahDz09]

LA needed this it's been rough out here for a minute

[@killcamz24mota92]

Forreal constantly falling short except for the 2020 year where everybody gives us shit for. Glad they won it this year so they can STFU.

[@smoothoperator___]

Rams won in 2021 but LA doesn’t love them like that which sucks cause the rams have been fighting for a Super Bowl for a while now. We need to get behind our teams and bring back the “City of Champions”

[@killcamz24mota92]

@@smoothoperator___ that’s the thing the dodgers have been in LA for decades. Rams only came back to LA recently, that’s why you have raiders, 49ers and charger fans here in LA. The dodgers are more connected to the people. I love the rams and recent superbowl they won was awesome man I was just as happy. The dodgers are the peoples team right now.

[@Kaiba_yug]

@@killcamz24mota92 yeah bro I would forsure say the dodgers are the biggest fanbase in baseball right now cuz if you think about it you see everybody has a dodger hat on that symbol is iconic maybe there not fan fans but its just one of those things where its world wide in LA its kinda like a lifestyle my bad if Im not explaining it right 💀

[@killcamz24mota92]

@@Kaiba_yug it used to be the lakers but they haven’t won except for the covid year, we get shit for that too. The 2020s is the dodgers decade. Everybody know who the dodgers are and us LA residents are proud of them.

[@lauralara1091]

Amazing podcast!!!! Best of all time!!!! Go Dodgers!!!💙⚾️💙⚾️💙⚾️💙

[@hyd119]

Great guys and great ambassadors of the sport.

[@eduardoramos-dj4iw]

It’s been a week and still basking on the blue glow off these two superstars giving us Dodger fans a WS! 🔵🧢

[@charliegone1652]

Big respect to Boone. I have never really disliked him and I think he's very much like Dave in that he believes in his players.

[@dants99-b1n]

Dave Roberts was phenomenal all postseason. How he threaded the needle in Game 5 was incredible. I don’t know how he did it but he did. Best managerial job ever from Dave.

[@TK-dq5jn]

Loved the Dodgers team this season. When the superstars didn't perform, it was so exciting to see others step up! It was a team effort. Well done, Mr Roberts.

[@taylorrichardson190]

This is our skipper! The guy who stole that base 2004 with Boston when they came back down 3-0 ALCS. He’s been to the show! Everybody in the sports world all put Dave in the headlights, dodgers had their backs up against the wall all season. Dave handled it well and calm. Great outcome. Couldn’t be more proud of my team.

[@Mikebarra11]

🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡 appreciate these 2 guys taking the dodgers to the promise land!! Thank you

[@Terry_hesticles]

Man Mookie was asking all the right questions 🙏🏽 as a dodgers fan SALUTE 🫡 run it back to back no doubt

[@wc123]

54:45 the way mookie says I know what it is about the cassette tapes is so funny for some reason

[@TheAquaPapi]

I’m so happy Mookie is a dodger . He is my favorite to ever wear the dodger colors !

[@ADgonzalez]

Thank you Doc, I always had your back!

[@Daisiabk]

I've always said this 2024 Dodgers is THE TEAM. Even off the feild and media, you can tell they're all tight.

[@BriannaGomez-t9m]

I'm so glad Roberts saw and realized how hard we ride for the Dodgers!! The city of LA has sooo much pride and they finally got to see that!! I really do hope they ride this high and momentum into next season!

[@wmcuccia1356]

Yes, this team had the fight and competitive spirit that was lacking the past three years and even against Houston and Boston. Hope they make a life time contract for Dave Roberts and let him walk when he's finished. Keep Teo, Keep Walker, Keep Kiki, Keep Trinen they contributed to that competitive spirit.

[@manue3l1976]

Two guys responsible for making my wishes come true. Let’s go Dodgers for ever bro.

[@gb7251]

Two beautiful, incredible Dudes!!❤❤

[@larssenibarra4625]

In retrospect, man sho not getting injured throughout the season played a big part for them to survived the season.

[@smoothoperator___]

We need the entire lineup ON BASE! Love this team since day 1. Go blue 💙💙💙💙💙

[@AnthonySkateboards]

Let’s go Dodgers🎉 ⚾️ 💙

[@howlercoffee5507]

Absolutely amazing interview and such a privilege to look into the inner workings of Roberts psychology throughout the series! 👏🧢⚾️

[@floweraway3996]

For me, when the Padres hit us with that triple play....I felt we are being hit by a tidal wave. How we fought back through that told me hey it is GO time...and we did❤❤❤❤

[@scottlindholm8938]

As a coach, this entire conversation is so lovely and comforting.

[@StormBlessedxo]

I love this team, was very fun to watch you guys this season. All the players/coaches seem like standup guys in general. Love you Mookie!

[@devlinjointz4754]

Mookie needs every dodgers in the 2024 team on this

[@BSPJapan]

I love this! Go Dodgers!!! Doc is a brilliant manager! The way he got this team through was just beautiful!

[@brocklanders1296]

This was FN awesome. Love the honesty and the insight. Thank you Dave for letting all us hard core Dodger faithful behind the curtain!

[@monica93304]

I can relate to Doc with the speaker box. I had 6x9's though in my 72 Pinto Wagon. I was pimpin' had the equalizer from Radio Shack, cruising in the SFV in 1988 with my Dodger cap on.

[@mikesaldana4164]

This was an amazing interview

[@LeFarmer22]

I can proudly say I’ve loved Doc since day 1. You can tell first few yrs, it was a group effort between the FO and Dave managing games. I think they always knew he’d be a great players mgr, but they let him learn a lot on the job, and he’s been dang near perfect. I grew up in the Lasorda days. Doc is on Dodger Mt Rushmore with Lasorda,Jackie,Sandy,Tommy,Kersh,etc. He WILL be known as the GOAT ALL TIME MLB MGR WHEN ITS ALL SAID AND DONE. Mark my words….

[@SenorTortas]

Thanks Mookie! This was such a great recap of the 2024 WORLD CHAMPIONS!!!!

[@lettyzendejas8981]

What a great interview! Thanks for doing this Mooks!

[@818jessejames]

Thanks Mookie&Dave the most AMazing incredible Dodger season Ever🎉👏🏻🔥👍🙏

[@pascalsiegl8010]

I just have nothing but pure love for those 2 guys and this amazing interview ❤😮❤ thank you guys and greetings from Germany 💙🤍 dodger blue world wide ✌🏼

[@ktbeatty]

This is where everything flips for Doc. Sports are so overwhelmingly mental, and baseball most of all. The respect he’s earned across the league and media for handling the injuries and players this season and getting the chip, combined with how he’s always been loved as a person, has earned him Phil Jackson type buy in with players. Now, when he says something to a player or the team in seasons to come, they will fully believe. And because they fully believe, they will succeed. It’s such a difficult status for a coach/manager to achieve that very, very few do. When they do though, it usually leads to a dynastic run.

[@TommyGrofcsik]

We definitely saw it, DR. And we loved seeing you having fun, Mookie!

[@kathrynegogan7116]

So happy for Dave!🎉