Doug recaps a dramatic Games 6 and 7 of the World Series. From gutsy performances to costly injuries, bold offensive moves, and pitching changes that made all the difference. He digs into the tiny “what if” moments that swung the series, the emotional toll of a winner-take-all Game 7, and the decisions that will be debated all offseason.

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Doug recaps a dramatic Games 6 and 7 of the World Series. From gutsy performances to costly injuries, bold offensive moves, and pitching changes that made all the difference. He digs into the tiny &ldquo;what if&rdquo; moments that swung the series, the emotional toll of a winner-take-all Game 7, and the decisions that will be debated all offseason.
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Classic Fall Finish: Wild Game 7 and World Series What-Ifs

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Doug breaks down Games 3, 4, and 5 of the World Series as the Blue Jays take two of three in LA to grab a commanding 3–2 lead heading back to Toronto. He dives into the mental grind of October baseball, key coaching decisions, momentum swings, and how young stars and clutch vets are shaping this series.

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Doug breaks down Games 3, 4, and 5 of the World Series as the Blue Jays take two of three in LA to grab a commanding 3&ndash;2 lead heading back to Toronto. He dives into the mental grind of October baseball, key coaching decisions, momentum swings, and how young stars and clutch vets are shaping this series.
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Blue Jays Take Control: Up 3–2 After Gritty LA Battles

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Doug recaps the first two games of the World Series — the Blue Jays making history and landing the first punch in Game 1 before Yamamoto’s dominant performance evened things up. He breaks down key moments, gives his outlook as the series shifts to LA, and kicks things off by answering listener questions from Twitter/X! Plus, some thoughts on the in-game concert in Toronto. 

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Doug recaps the first two games of the World Series &mdash; the Blue Jays making history and landing the first punch in Game 1 before Yamamoto&rsquo;s dominant performance evened things up. He breaks down key moments, gives his outlook as the series shifts to LA, and kicks things off by answering listener questions from Twitter/X! Plus, some thoughts on the in-game concert in Toronto.&nbsp;
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Jays Strike First, Yamamoto Shoves Back

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Doug breaks down the 2025 World Series — where Don Mattingly leads the Blue Jays on a full-circle redemption run. From taking down the Yankees and Mariners to now facing his former team, the Dodgers, Doug dives into key matchups, X-factors, and what Toronto needs to do to shock the world.

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Doug breaks down the 2025 World Series &mdash; where Don Mattingly leads the Blue Jays on a full-circle redemption run. From taking down the Yankees and Mariners to now facing his former team, the Dodgers, Doug dives into key matchups, X-factors, and what Toronto needs to do to shock the world.
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World Series Preview: Don Mattingly’s Redemption Tour

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Doug recaps an incredible Game 7 in Toronto, breaking down the key moments — including Seattle’s questionable pitching decisions that set up George Springer’s go-ahead three-run homer to send the Blue Jays to the next round.

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Doug recaps an incredible Game 7 in Toronto, breaking down the key moments &mdash; including Seattle&rsquo;s questionable pitching decisions that set up George Springer&rsquo;s go-ahead three-run homer to send the Blue Jays to the next round.
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Blue Jays Punch Their Ticket - Game 7 Breakdown

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Doug recaps a wild start to the Championship Series — the Mariners go into Toronto and shock the Blue Jays with back-to-back wins to take a 2-0 lead in the ALCS, while Blake Snell dominates Game 1 of the NLCS in a tense matchup that featured one of the craziest double plays you’ll ever see.

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Doug recaps a wild start to the Championship Series &mdash; the Mariners go into Toronto and shock the Blue Jays with back-to-back wins to take a 2-0 lead in the ALCS, while Blake Snell dominates Game 1 of the NLCS in a tense matchup that featured one of the craziest double plays you&rsquo;ll ever see.
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Seattle Makes a Statement and Snell Dominates Game 1

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Doug breaks down another Yankees postseason disappointment — from roster flaws to a lack of grit — and explains why the issues go deeper than Aaron Boone. He also looks around the league as the Division Series wraps and the Championship Series takes shape, analyzing what’s working for the Dodgers, Brewers and the teams still fighting for a ring.

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Doug breaks down another Yankees postseason disappointment &mdash; from roster flaws to a lack of grit &mdash; and explains why the issues go deeper than Aaron Boone. He also looks around the league as the Division Series wraps and the Championship Series takes shape, analyzing what&rsquo;s working for the Dodgers, Brewers and the teams still fighting for a ring.
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Yankees Fall Short Again: What's Broken in the Bronx? 

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On this special 25th anniversary edition of The Dougout, Doug is joined by Pat Borders, Brent Abernathy, Ernie Young, and Mike Neill to relive USA Baseball’s historic gold medal run at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. From the opening ceremonies and wild Olympic Village stories to clutch hits, legendary performances, and the unforgettable win over Cuba, the guys share their emotions, reflections and behind-the-scenes memories from one of Team USA’s greatest baseball moments.

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On this special 25th anniversary edition of The Dougout, Doug is joined by Pat Borders, Brent Abernathy, Ernie Young, and Mike Neill to relive USA Baseball&rsquo;s historic gold medal run at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. From the opening ceremonies and wild Olympic Village stories to clutch hits, legendary performances, and the unforgettable win over Cuba, the guys share their emotions, reflections and behind-the-scenes memories from one of Team USA&rsquo;s greatest baseball moments.
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25th Anniversary Special: USA Baseball’s Miracle Gold in Sydney

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Doug is joined by ESPN analyst Eduardo Pérez to break down all the action from Omaha and the 2025 College World Series. 

Doug and Eduardo talk Cade Anderson's dominant run, Florida State's postseason highs and lows, Gage Wood's incredible no-hitter, and Cinderella runs from Coastal Carolina and Murray State. Plus, how LSU powered their way to another championship and what makes Omaha so special this time of the year. 

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Doug is joined by ESPN analyst Eduardo P&eacute;rez to break down all the action from Omaha and the 2025 College World Series.&nbsp;
Doug and Eduardo talk Cade Anderson's dominant run, Florida State's postseason highs and lows, Gage Wood's incredible no-hitter, and Cinderella runs from Coastal Carolina and Murray State. Plus, how LSU powered their way to another championship and what makes Omaha so special this time of the year.&nbsp;
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Omaha Recap with ESPN's Eduardo Perez

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Doug sits down with former MLB pro and CamWood Bats founder Wes Helms to talk about how he's reshaping player development.

They dive into what today’s coaches are getting wrong, how analytics can sometimes miss the mark, and the importance of passing down pro-level insight. Plus, stories from the league, favorite teammates, and their sons’ journeys through the world of college baseball.

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Doug sits down with former MLB pro and CamWood Bats founder Wes Helms to talk about how he's reshaping player development.
They dive into what today&rsquo;s coaches are getting wrong, how analytics can sometimes miss the mark, and the importance of passing down pro-level insight. Plus, stories from the league, favorite teammates, and their sons&rsquo; journeys through the world of college baseball.
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Building Better Ballplayers with Wes Helms from CamWood Bats

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Join Olympic gold medalist and World Series Champion Doug Mientkiewicz on The Dougout! Doug brings high-quality insights and unmatched baseball knowledge, along with a fresh perspective on today's athletes and sports teams. From untold stories of his time at the 2000 Olympics to hot takes on the biggest sporting events, The Dougout delivers the inside scoop you won't hear anywhere else!

Join Olympic gold medalist and World Series Champion Doug Mientkiewicz on The Dougout! Doug brings high-quality insights and unmatched baseball knowledge, along with a fresh perspective on today's athletes and sports teams. From untold stories of his time at the 2000 Olympics to hot takes on the biggest sporting events, The Dougout delivers the inside scoop you won't hear anywhere else!

The Dougout with Doug Mientkiewicz

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