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The Los Angeles Dodgers have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this morning, according to an official statement from the team. Richard Sandomir, a sports business writer for our partner The New York Times, joins us to discuss the news.

The San Fransisco Giants beat the Texas Rangers last night 4 to 0, giving them a 3-1 series lead. Takeaway sports contributor Jeff Beresford-Howe wraps up last night’s game.

We look back at the long career of William Earnest “Ernie” Harwell. Harwell was a sportscaster best known for his long run with the Detroit Tigers, announcing the baseball games on radio and television. He died Tuesday at age 92.

Finance Takeout: New York Times business and finance reporter Louise Story tells us about a new program from the United Health Group that lets patients “visit” doctors online for about $45 a pop. Sports Takeout: Ibrahim Abdul-Matin previews the Monday Night Football matchup between the New York Giants and the Washington Redskins. The Giants need […]

We discuss the recently passed expansion to the federal definition of ‘hate crimes’ and the American League Championship series. We also hear listener responses to our question about government regulations on executive pay at bailed-out corporations.