The last time the Dodgers and Padres saw each other, fans were treated to everything except a full-blown brawl. Multiple batters were hit, managers yelled at each other and then were ejected, benches cleared, and warnings were doled out. Despite the fireworks, the Dodgers came out on the other end of that series with the win and a 3.5-game lead over the Pads.
Things are different now. LA is trailing San Diego by a game in the NL West, marking the first time they've ceded their first place position since July 8, 2023. The Padres have won eight of their last 10 while the Dodgers have dropped six of their last 10.