Dodgers Edge Padres in Tense Matchup: Pages Shines with 4-Hit Game
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The Los Angeles Dodgers secured a hard-fought victory against the San Diego Padres in a game filled with drama, tension, and impressive offensive performances. After an eventful start to the series, both teams engaged in a back-and-forth battle, marked by early scoring and heated exchanges resulting in hit batsmen.
Ultimately, the Dodgers proved superior, breaking a tie in the middle innings with a decisive five-run outburst, ultimately leading to an 8-6 victory. Jack Dreyer started for the Dodgers, giving up an early run in the first inning. However, he rebounded with a clean second inning.
Randy Vasquez started strong for the Padres, but the Dodgers responded in the second. A Will Smith double, followed by a Max Muncy sacrifice fly, tied the game. Andy Pages then delivered a go-ahead home run, his 14th of the year, putting the Dodgers ahead 2-1.
The lead didn't last, as Dodgers reliever Lou Trivino struggled, allowing a double and hitting Fernando Tatis Jr. A single and a walk loaded the bases, and a sacrifice fly tied the game. Xander Bogaerts helped Trivino escape further damage with a double play.
Pages' Stellar Performance Leads Dodgers
Andy Pages had an outstanding game, recording four hits. Shohei Ohtani continues to be a force, with 12 doubles, five triples, and 25 home runs. Will Smith has also been hot, batting 13 for 40 with several extra-base hits and RBIs in his last 10 games.
Padres Look to Rebound
Manny Machado continues to be a key contributor for the Padres, with 19 doubles and 11 home runs. Fernando Tatis Jr. has also been performing well, hitting 12 for 35 in his last 10 games.
Pitching Matchup Preview
Wednesday's Game
Stephen Kolek (3-2, 3.50 ERA) is scheduled to pitch for the Padres against Emmet Sheehan (0-0) for the Dodgers. The Dodgers are favored to win at home. The Dodgers have won the season series so far 4-1. The Dodgers are 27-12 at home, showcasing their dominance at Dodger Stadium.
- Dodgers: 7-3 in last 10 games
- Padres: 3-7 in last 10 games