Dodgers vs Padres Prediction, Odds, Picks - Aug. 17
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Dodgers reclaim NL West after sweeping the Padres. Commissioner Manfred talks about MLB expansion and realignment. Jake and Jordan recap every series from the weekend. Start off your week with us here at Baseball Bar-B-Cast.
Dodgers fans still haven't forgiven Manny Machado for leaving Los Angeles to sign with the Padres, but they ultimately got the last laugh on Sunday, as Machado struck out against Alex Vesia to end the series and secure a sweep for the Dodgers.
Padres Swept by Dodgers After Gaining Control of NL West
On Friday morning, the Padres were in first place, having won 14 of their last 17 games, with an opportunity to put a little distance between themselves and the Goliath just up I-5. Instead, the Dodgers reminded us all who they are, sweeping the Padres and re-taking the NL West lead by two games.
With only six weeks left in the regular season, the Dodgers are monitoring their starting catcher's workload carefully.
The Dodgers have quelled plenty of challengers during their reign in the division, but the Padres have shown enough staying power to fuel increasingly contentious bouts.
The San Diego Padres play against the Los Angeles Dodgers in an MLB game tonight. Fans can watch this game for free online.
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Sporting News on MSNPadres' struggles against the Dodgers continue after scoreless loss
Despite a red-hot San Diego Padres team gaining control of the NL West in recent days, they can't seem to shake the dominance that the Los Angeles Dodgers have over them.