DODGERS POSTCAST: Dodgers held hitless until the 5th inning as they fall short of sweep

Los Angeles Dodgers held hitless through five innings as San Diego Padres snap an eight-game losing streak with a 5-2 win. Can the Dodgers’ explosive late-game rallies keep bailing them out, or is offensive inconsistency a growing concern? Pete Fox breaks down the tight game at Dodger Stadium, spotlighting Mason Miller’s electric 102-mph saves, Emmett Sheehan’s gritty outing, and Shohei Ohtani’s clutch RBI single. Key takeaways include Manny Machado’s milestone 26th career home run against the Dodgers, the impact of player absences like Will Smith, and whether the Padres’ victory can boost their morale after a rough stretch. With the Colorado Rockies series looming, are the Dodgers primed to bounce back or due for another flat start? Don’t miss this sharp analysis of all the game’s turning points, pitching matchups, and what it means for the National League West race.