On Base with Mookie Betts

San Diego Padres star Jackson Merrill sits down with 3x World Series champion Mookie Betts to discuss Denzel Clarke's insane HR robbery for the Athletics, why he wanted to stay in San Diego, and what makes the Dodgers-Padres rivalry unique. They also discuss their favorite Dustin Pedroia stories, growing up quickly in the minor leagues, the wild reason that Mookie got fined, how one San Francisco Giants fan ruined Jackson's golf game, and they take a Gen Z quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar sits down with Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts to debate St. Louis pizza vs. Chicago deep dish, what it was like playing for Japan in the World Baseball Classic, and why Shohei Ohtani's level of fame reminds them of Michael Jordan. They also discuss his Japanese heritage, his crazy story of being recruited by Duke to play football, what's led to the Cardinals' success so far this year, and they play a game of 'Noot or Not'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4x All-Star Pete Alonso sits down with 3x World Series champion Mookie Betts to discuss the story behind Mookie's toe injury, the Mets' wild offseason and their new 'Big 3,' and what he thinks makes Juan Soto so special. They also discuss the wild story behind New York's 2024 turnaround and playoff push, the origin of his 'Polar Bear' nickname, if he thinks about breaking the Mets' home run record, why he's had so much success in the Home Run Derby, and why he wanted to re-sign with the Mets last offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024 NL Cy Young winner and Atlanta Braves ace Chris Sale sits down with Mookie to talk about Sale's award-winning season, dominating as teammates on the 2018 Boston Red Sox, the viral 100 men vs. 1 Gorilla debate, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dodgers star Teoscar Hernández joins 3x World Series Champion Mookie Betts for his first English-speaking podcast interview to discuss LA’s wild offseason, what led to him re-signing with the Dodgers, and what makes their culture so special. They also discuss the NL West’s domination this year, why they love the pressure of being defending champs, how Teoscar almost gave up on baseball in 2011, if he’ll try to defend his Home Run Derby title this season, and his reaction to Vlad Guerrero Jr. offering to buy him a Richard Mille after signing his extension with the Blue Jays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3x World Series champion Mookie Betts is joined by Dodgers manager Dave Roberts for a special World Series episode to discuss the difference between winning a title as a manager vs. a player, Roberts dancing with Ice Cube, and why he felt the NLDS vs. the Padres 'was the World Series'. They also discuss why Roberts was afraid of coming back to Los Angeles for Game 6, how he managed Game 5 differently, calling out Walker Buehler in front of the team, his offseason wish list, why Freddie Freeman's walk-off grand slam is the greatest baseball moment they've been a part of, and expectations of running it back in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Padres Platinum Glove RF Fernando Tatis Jr. joins Dodgers star Mookie Betts to discuss baseball's unwritten rules, what makes the Dodgers-Padres rivalry special, why Tatis loves playing at Dodgers Stadium, and San Diego clinching the playoffs on a game-winning triple play. They also discuss the grind of a MLB season, how they ramp things up for the playoffs, Tatis getting traded to the Padres and signing a 14-year extension, the challenges that come with switching positions, Tatis' offseason hobbies, Derrick Henry's insane diet, and why viral sensation Moo Deng should throw out the first pitch at an MLB game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies joins Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts to discuss Atlanta vs. LA traffic, his insane fish collection, why he's the best trash talker on the Braves and gives an update on his wrist injury. He also reacts to Atlanta's bad injury luck this season, Tyler Matzek's legendary performance vs. the Dodgers in 2021 NLCS, explains his appreciation for Ron Washington, the mindset when batting behind stars like Shohei Ohtani and Ronald Acuña Jr, and they play an MLB trivia game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cubs Gold Glove left fielder Ian Happ joins Dodgers star Mookie Betts to discuss his love for coffee, if he thinks he could play golf professionally, and what it feels like running into the outfield wall at Wrigley Stadium. They also discuss why he enjoys playing for manager Craig Counsell, his improvement as an outfielder, how he became a switch hitter, his journey through the minors, the Cubs' push for the playoffs, what impresses them about Japanese superstars in MLB, and they play a game of 'Guess the Pitcher'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dodgers pitcher Jack Flaherty sits down with Mookie to discuss why Jayson Tatum didn't get more playing time in the Olympics, the Kendrick Lamar-Drake beef, and why neither of them know who's on their fantasy football team. They also react to Shohei Ohtani's historic season, Flaherty's love for fashion, and getting traded to his hometown Dodgers. Jack opens up on his time with the St. Louis Cardinals, shares what veterans like Adam Wainwright taught him, and break down his stacked high school team with Max Fried and Lucas Giolito. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baltimore Orioles SS Gunnar Henderson joins Dodgers star Mookie Betts to discuss fantasy football strategies, his love for Legos, Shohei Ohtani's dog throwing out the first pitch at the Dodgers game, and what they both learned during their time in the AL East. They also discuss Gunnar's relationship with Cal Ripken Jr., his favorite shortstops to watch, growing up in the south and learning baseball, the 2019 MLB Draft class, who's having the better season between Ohtani and Aaron Judge, Gunnar compares MLB stars to Star Wars characters and does his best Scooby Doo impression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh joins Dodgers star Mookie Betts to discuss if Tyreek Hill could beat Noah Lyles in a race and which MLB players they think should join. They also discuss why they believe in ghosts, how Cal grew up in a haunted house, why they like the proposed six-inning rule for starting pitchers, the Mariners' run to the 2022 playoffs, how Cal's dad recruited Mookie to Tennessee, what advice he gives to struggling pitchers, the story behind 'Big Dumper' nickname, the return of Backyard Baseball, and Mookie fields a question from Dodgers super fan Bryan Cranston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen joins Dodgers star Mookie Betts to discuss making a cartoon together, 1992 Dream Team vs. 2024 Team USA Basketball, and why he tweets 'furries' every year. He also reacts to being apart of Stephen Strasburg, Gerrit Cole, AND Paul Skenes' debuts, looks back on his MVP season, builds an MLB Olympics dream lineup, explains the unique way he learned baseball, his dominant high school career, getting offered a scholarship to play football at Miami, the wild reason he started growing dreads, getting to know Willie Mays and other Giants legends, assembles an MLB boy band, and does a hilarious impression of John Legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola joins Dodgers star shortstop Mookie Betts to talk tying the MLB consecutive strikeouts record, Simone Biles' incredible performance in 2024 Olympics, and why it's 'addicting' to play in front of Philadelphia sports fans. He also discusses the Phillies-Dodgers rivalry, why Phillies ace Zack Wheeler is the best pitcher he's ever been around, what impresses him the most about Paul Skenes, traveling the country in a Sprinter Van hitters he hates facing, and sleeper teams he's watching out for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mookie opens the show with an injury update and is joined by Red Sox star reliever Kenley Jansen to talk about his time with the Dodgers, winning the World Series and people calling it a 'Mickey Mouse' title. He also discusses playing for Boston, one player he hates facing, the upcoming Netflix documentary, his teammate Jarren Duran and the differences between Los Angeles and Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Texas Rangers All-Star Marcus Semien sits down with Mookie to discuss the one time he forgot he was on deck during a game, the legitimacy behind Micah Parsons' thinking he could bat .200 in an MLB season, why he chose to play college baseball instead of going straight to the pros, and why he never likes taking days off. He also shares stories of watching Barry Bonds from his childhood, builds an 'All-Vibes Team' of MLB players, discusses his love for the NBA, and gives his thoughts on Paul Skenes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Los Angeles Dodgers ace Tyler Glasnow joins Mookie to discuss the viral story of how he met his girlfriend, being compared to Cillian Murphy, and what it was like being recruited to the Dodgers by Shohei Ohtani. Mookie also responds to Giants pitcher Logan Webb's comments about Mookie 'owning' him, Glasnow explains his wild tattoos, names his top 5 rappers, and details both his game day AND haircare routines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New York Mets OF Brandon Nimmo sits down with Mookie to discuss adjusting to their respective position changes this season, Nimmo spending his honeymoon with Travis d'Arnaud, why he always sprints to first base, and being starstruck by Shakira. Nimmo also breaks down the Mets' recent hot stretch after slow start to the year, opens up about the challenges of living up to expectations in New York, discusses his interest in being captain of the Mets, growing up in Wyoming, having dreams of being a professional bull rider, and his experience through the minor leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the Season 2 premiere, Cubs All-Star Dansby Swanson sits down with Mookie in front of a live audience at Spring Training to discuss Ohtani signing with the Dodgers for $700M, Craig Counsell leaving Milwaukee to be the Cubs’ new manager and Cody Bellinger calling during free agency. They also discuss how Dansby wound up playing for Vanderbilt and how he got traded to his hometown Braves, what it’s like playing in the World Series, who has the best hair in baseball and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Freddie Freeman finally joins Mookie for the Season 1 finale of On Base to talk about the move to LA, breaking the Dodgers’ doubles record, and recruiting Jason Heyward. The 2020 NL MVP also relives the hilarious Chipper Jones ATV rescue story, celebrates Ronald Acuña Jr.’s incredible season, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices