Dodgers 5-run 6th inning decides wild one with Padres

Published: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:32 am

Dodgers Edge Padres in High-Drama Clash

LOS ANGELES - The rivalry between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres continues to simmer, with Tuesday night's game showcasing the intensity that has come to define their matchups. The Dodgers secured an 8-6 victory, fueled by a decisive five-run sixth inning. This win marks the Dodgers' fourth in their last five games against the Padres over the past week.

The game was marked by tension, starting with a hit-by-pitch incident on Monday night that saw Andy Pages hit by a pitch from Dylan Cease. Pages' reaction and subsequent comments, suggesting the pitch was intentional, set the stage for further drama. Manny Machado dismissed the idea, implying Pages wasn't a significant enough player to warrant a targeted pitch.

Tuesday's game saw the tension escalate. Fernando Tatis Jr. was hit by a 95 mph fastball in the third inning, contributing to a two-run inning for the Padres. In the bottom of the third, Shohei Ohtani was hit by a pitch, prompting the umpires to issue a warning to both benches. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was ejected after a heated exchange with the umpires.

Amidst the drama, Pages had a standout performance, hitting two home runs. The Dodgers' sixth-inning rally, highlighted by Will Smith's two-run home run, proved to be the turning point. The Padres attempted a comeback, with Trenton Brooks hitting a two-run home run and a bases-loaded balk adding another run. Despite the Padres' efforts, the Dodgers held on.

BNN's Perspective: The Dodgers-Padres rivalry is quickly becoming one of the most compelling in baseball. While the intensity and emotion are exciting for fans, the frequency of hit-by-pitches and ejections raises concerns about player safety and the potential for escalating conflicts. The league should monitor these games closely to ensure the rivalry remains competitive without crossing the line into dangerous territory.

Keywords: Dodgers, Padres, baseball, rivalry, hit by pitch, home run, ejection, Andy Pages, Shohei Ohtani, Will Smith, Manny Machado, Dave Roberts, game, victory, tension.

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