The San Diego Padres vs. Los Angeles Dodgers rivalry keeps getting worse. Padres fans and Dodgers fans exchanged fists while the battle for the NL West division continues. The Dodgers dominated the Padres in the last series, but San Diego hit back in their previous meeting, winning two of three games.
The rivalry between the two teams has grown even more than the Giants vs. the Dodgers. With the MLB postseason just around the corner, their intense battle is expected to continue in the playoffs.
After their recent win, San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt made a bold statement on the ‘NL Pennant’ and facing the Los Angeles Dodgers again. Shildt said he would love to face the Dodgers again in the postseason.
“Absolutely, that’d be great. We’d love that. That would be fun. That would be really cool. So yes, of course I’d love to play them again in the playoffs. Ideally for the National League pennant,” Shildt said.
It is indeed a bold take, and the Padres are ready to fight for the division title. Although both teams will not face each other in the regular season, they are highly likely to meet in the playoffs.
San Diego Padres Continue To Trail The Dodgers For The NL West
The Boys in Blue have always had the upper hand over the Padres throughout this season. Despite their tough battle, the team has struggled to retain the division’s top spot. The Dodgers are one game ahead of the Padres with a 76-57 record.
Close to 30 games are remaining in the regular season. If the San Diego Padres remain consistent, they might be able to overcome the Dodgers to win the division. However, it’s easier said than done. The Dodgers have some of the best players in the league and have shown great promise.
Padres fans would love to watch the Dodgers lose. Players like Manny Machado have always been involved in fights with the Dodgers crew. For now, the race will continue, and their rivalry will only worsen.
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