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It’s tight. It’s tight in Citizens Bank Park. It’s tight inside the Phillies’ clubhouse. The fans are tight. Can’t blame the fans for feeling that way. After losing another series, the Phillies have officially not won a series since Arizona on September 1st. They now have to rely on the D Backs and Padres to […] The post Some Phillies Thoughts Heading into their Last Regular Season Series appeared first on Crossing Broad .
LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers will open the 2026 postseason at home at Dodger Stadium. The Atlanta Braves’ loss on Thursday coupled with the Dodgers’ home loss to San Diego clinched the No. 2 seed for the Dodgers in the National League playoffs, ensuring a bye past the wild card round. The Dodgers will begin […]
Tyler Glasnow faces Nick Pivetta as the Dodgers play their final regular season home game. THURSDAY GAME INFO
Cody and Drea break down the Dodgers’ final stretch: a 97–61 record, four games remaining, and a magic number of one for a first-round bye. With the Padres series reaching its rubber match, could these teams meet again in October? They discuss Shohei Ohtani’s return, Josue De Paula’s move to Triple-A and potential NLDS availability, and what the pitching staff needs from Yoshinobu Yamamoto and the bullpen. Plus: can the Dodgers count on Blake Treinen in the postseason? Who provides a left-hand...
San Diego Padres (88-70) at Los Angeles Dodgers (97-61), September 24, 2026, 7:10 p.m. PST Watch: Padres.TV Location: UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium – Los Angeles, Calif. Listen: 97.3 The Fan Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines.
It is coming down to the wire in the MLB regular season and playoff positioning could not be tighter. That is especially true for Thursday’s game between the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers. How to Watch Padres…
The San Diego Padres are on the cusp of a third straight MLB playoff berth and the finale of the Dodgers series could seal their fate.
DENVER — Snakes alive! By virtue of their 12-8 win over the Rockies on Thursday afternoon at Coors Field, the Diamondbacks achieved their goal of getting to San Diego for the final series of the regular season with their playoff hopes still alive. They still have work to do, though: State of the race The Cubs clinched a postseason berth by beating the Marlins on Thursday, and the Diamondbacks knew when they departed Denver for San Diego that the Padres could also clinch a spot Thursday night a...
Last night’s game might not have seemed as important as it was. The San Diego Padres dropped their series opener on Tuesday night versus the Los Angeles Dodgers. Their magic number remained at two to clinch a playoff spot with five games left to play. Three of those games come against the Arizona Diamondbacks. However, […]
The San Diego Padres fielded seven minor league-level teams during the 2026 season. Two finished the year with championships, one finished just outside the playoff picture, and the other four placed last in their divisions. There were also four top prospects traded away at the deadline to obtain pitching support for the major league club. […]
After this matchup, the next time the Dodgers play at home, it will likely be hosting the winner of the WC series between the third- and sixth-place teams, and the theme of this game against the Friars is one. Having split the first two games of this series, the Dodgers are still one win away […]
The San Diego Padres are suddenly looking like a team nobody wants to see in October. San Diego has surged into the top NL Wild Card spot with four games remaining, and at least one MLB executive believes this run isn’t going to end anytime soon. In fact, the anonymous executive told ESPN’s Buster Olney […] The post MLB Exec predicts Padres will finally win first World Series appeared first on ClutchPoints .
“We can never know about the days to come, but we think about them anyway.” – Anticipation by Carly Simon Feeling snakebitten yet? Collar a little tight? The Cubs can’t find that elusive win that will put them in the playoffs, they no longer control their own destiny for the top spot of the loser’s … The post The Rundown: Cubs Still Chasing Clincher, Gausman Hurt, Bregman Close to Returning, Padres Leapfrog NL Wild Card Field appeared first on .
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani returned to the lineup Wednesday after spending two weeks on the injured list. Ohtani was activated before Los Angeles’ 5-1 loss to the San Diego Padres after missing time because of left knee soreness and right biceps discomfort. It was his first game since Sept. 7, and he […] The post What Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said about Shohei Ohtani’s 1st game back from IL appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Braves will host a three-game Wild Card Series next week. That much we know for certain, but their opponent still remains very much in the air — with the Padres, Phillies, Cubs, and Diamondbacks all jockeying for the final three spots in the National League. Arizona Diamondbacks (84-74) Remaining Games: (1) @Colorado, (3) @San […]
The San Diego Padres got punched in the mouth in their series-opening loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night, but they bounced back to even the series at a game a piece with a 5-1 win on Wednesday night. Manny Machado hit what proved to be the game-winning home run in the top […]
The San Diego Padres beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-1 on Wednesday. It was a solid win that put them atop the NL Wild Card Standings. The victory enabled the Padres to surpass the Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies, per ESPN. With the win, the Padres are 88-70, whereas the Cubs and Phillies are 87-71. […] The post 2026 NL Standings: Padres pass Cubs, Phillies for first Wild Card spot appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The San Diego Padres got one inch closer to clinching a playoff berth, and it started with their recent win against the Los Angeles Dodgers. It was a Manny Machado home run that set the tone for the team, and they carried that momentum throughout the game. Machado knows what’s at stake for the Padres […] The post Manny Machado’s ‘business’ take after crucial San Diego win vs. Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Infielder Nasim Nunez set the Nationals’ single-season record with his 48th stolen base on Wednesday. He didn’t waste any time adding to his mark, taking third base during the same at-bat. As Brian McTaggart of MLB.com pointed out, Nunez’s 49 steals are one more than the entire Astros team. 1. Rice, Alonso tighten AL HR […]
Tuesday night’s game against the San Diego Padres was reminiscent of the 2024 playoffs when the Dodgers were forced to employ a bullpen in the NLDS to keep their playoff hopes alive against those same Padres. Both outcomes were the same, with the bullpen shutting down the Friars and getting a big win. That postseason […]
山本由伸がドジャースタジアムでのレギュラーシーズン最終登板を振り返り、「10月は最高の投球になるよう全力を尽くしたい」とポストシーズンへの決意を語りました。 勢いに乗るパドレス打線を警戒し、綿密なプランを立てて登板した山本。本塁打を許した球については、本来狙っていた高めではなく、打者が得意とするコースへ入ってしまったと説明しました。その後のプレーも含め、映像を確認しながら反省したいとしています。 理想的な形でレギュラーシーズン最後の本拠地登板を終えることはできませんでしたが、今季を通して成長を感じた部分が数多くあった一方、さらに努力しなければならない課題も見つかったと総括しました。 また、シーズンを通してローテーションを守れたことを前向きに評価。今後はそれを最低限の目標にできるほど、さらにレベルアップしたいと語っています。 主な内容： 勢いに乗るパドレス打線への準備 本塁打を許した球の狙いと失投 その後のプレーで感じた反省点 映像を確認して修正する姿勢 ドジャースファンへの感謝 10月に向けた強い決意 レギュラーシーズン全体で感じた成長 今後改善しなければならない課題 シーズンを通...
Yoshinobu Yamamoto discussed his final regular-season start at Dodger Stadium, the mistakes he made against the Padres and his determination to deliver his best pitching in October. Yamamoto entered the game with a detailed plan because San Diego arrived as one of baseball’s hottest teams. He was disappointed with the pitch that resulted in a home run, explaining that he intended to locate it higher but left it in the hitter’s preferred area. “I need to reflect on it and review the video.” Yam...
Dave Roberts discussed Shohei Ohtani’s encouraging return to the Dodgers lineup, Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s start and the offense’s missed opportunities against the Padres. Ohtani displayed improved bat speed, controlled the strike zone and nearly hit a home run in his first game back from the injured list. “He looked good. The at-bat quality was good. There wasn’t any chase.” Roberts said Ohtani’s ability to turn around a high fastball was an important indication that his right bicep and swing are ...
Will Smith Says Potential Postseason Matchup Doesn’t Changes Dodgers Mindset Facing Padres!
On this Wednesday night edition of Dodgers Dougout Live, Doug McKain breaks down the controversial decision to option Josue De Paula ahead of the NLDS, reacts to LA’s 5-1 loss to the Padres, and plays exclusive pressers from Dave Roberts and Andrew Friedman on Shohei Ohtani’s return and the Dodgers’ postseason roster outlook. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/DODGERSNATION10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Register...