The San Diego Padres are on fire as they head to the National League Division Series for the third time in five years. After sweeping the Atlanta Braves in the wild card round, the Padres are set to face their familiar foe, the Los Angeles Dodgers.
In a thrilling 5-4 win over the Braves, the Padres showed their resilience and determination. Despite Atlanta taking an early lead, San Diego came back strong in the second inning with a series of hits, including a two-run double by Manny Machado and a two-run triple by Jackson Merrill.
The game was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams fighting hard until the very end. Ultimately, San Diego emerged victorious, thanks to solid pitching and clutch hitting.
With the win, the Padres set the stage for an epic showdown with the Dodgers in the NLDS. This will be the third time in recent years that these two teams have faced off in the postseason, adding even more excitement to the matchup.
Fans can expect an intense series between these two rivals, with Game 1 set to take place at Dodger Stadium on Saturday at 8:38 p.m. ET. The Padres will be looking to continue their winning streak and advance to the next round, while the Dodgers will be seeking revenge.
Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling postseason matchup between the Padres and the Dodgers.
