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Dodgers, Padres Deadlocked Atop NL West as Roberts Shrugs Off Rival’s Surge

The tie highlights San Diego’s surge ahead of the clubs’ first meeting next month.

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An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts walking to the mound for a pitching change, Image 2 shows Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Edwin Diaz on the mound, Image 3 shows San Diego Padres pitcher Mason Miller reacts upon striking out a batter
Apr 18, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts looks on from the bench during the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Dodgers manager Dave Roberts downplayed the deadlock with San Diego, telling the Los Angeles Times he is not concerned about what the Padres are doing.
  • The Dodgers, who fell 3-1 to the Giants on Tuesday, are now level with the Padres after San Diego beat the Rockies for a third straight win.
  • Recent form has flipped the standings picture, with the Padres 9-1 in their last 10 games and the Dodgers 6-4 over the same stretch.
  • Los Angeles and San Diego are scheduled to face each other for the first time this season next month, offering an early read on the division race.
  • The rivalry carries recent heat from the 2024 Division Series, which featured on-field confrontations and an incident in which Manny Machado appeared to throw a ball toward Roberts.