The San Diego Padres dominated the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 2 of the NLDS on Sunday evening, with the game becoming known for its intense rivalries rather than just the final score. Tensions ran high between Dodgers starter Jack Flaherty and Padres third baseman Manny Machado, leading to heated exchanges throughout the game. In another incident, Padres outfielder Jurickson Profar’s dramatic home-run robbery of Mookie Betts sparked a reaction from Dodgers fans, who threw baseballs at him from the stands, causing a significant delay.
The drama continued off the field as Dodgers manager Dave Roberts accused Machado of intentionally throwing a baseball into the L.A. dugout, possibly targeting him. While Machado has not responded to these allegations, San Diego manager Mike Shildt disputed Roberts’ claims, pointing to Machado’s impressive arm talent showcased in a game-ending triple play against the Dodgers last month.
MLB has requested footage of the incident from Dodgers security, although it is unlikely that Machado will face disciplinary action. The longstanding rivalry between the Padres and Dodgers has intensified in recent years, culminating in a heated Game 2 that is sure to carry over into Game 3 at Petco Park.
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