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Dodgers Say Padres Pressure Fuels Playoff Resolve

5/19/2026

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Summary

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Dodgers say the Padres’ pressure has sharpened their playoff resolve and fueled their dynasty, while Kyle Schwarber leads with a 227 wRC+ since April 28.
Dave Roberts recalled a benches-clearing melee after June series at Dodger Stadium, showing rivalry intensity.
Miguel Rojas said the opponent keeps the Dodgers on the gas pedal.
The Dodgers and Padres have finished as the NL West’s teams five times since 2020, with three NLDS matchups.

History

Historical Context

The June 23 1978 bench-clearing brawl between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres, which saw five ejections, reflected a rivalry already marked by proximity and animosity. The feud deepened after the Chargers and Clippers moved to Los Angeles in 2017, leaving the Padres as San Diego’s sole major-league team and widening a series lead that now stands at 504–412.

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Story summary

Dodgers say the Padres’ pressure has sharpened their playoff resolve and fueled their dynasty, while Kyle Schwarber leads with a 227 wRC+ since April 28.
Dave Roberts recalled a benches-clearing melee after June series at Dodger Stadium, showing rivalry intensity.
Miguel Rojas said the opponent keeps the Dodgers on the gas pedal.
The Dodgers and Padres have finished as the NL West’s teams five times since 2020, with three NLDS matchups.

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