The San Diego Padres emerged as the victors in Game 2 of their National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, with a score of 10-2. However, the game was overshadowed by fans throwing objects onto the field, causing a delay in the seventh inning when a baseball was thrown towards left fielder Jurickson Profar, followed by more objects aimed at right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr. Umpires paused the game while the Dodgers’ public address announcer urged fans to refrain from throwing items onto the field. Padres manager Mike Shildt gathered his team on the field to ensure their safety in the midst of the chaotic situation.
The game began with Tatis hitting a solo home run off Dodgers starter Jack Flaherty in the first inning. Profar made a spectacular defensive play to rob Mookie Betts of a home run, leading to a verbal exchange with fans near the left-field fence. Flaherty later hit Tatis with a pitch, sparking a confrontation with Manny Machado and heightening tensions as the game progressed. Despite the off-field distractions, the Padres maintained their focus and secured the win, evening the series against the Dodgers.
San Diego’s offense surged in the later innings, scoring three runs each in the eighth and ninth innings. Jackson Merrill’s two-run homer in the eighth inning proved to be a key moment that widened the Padres’ lead. Tatis contributed another home run in the ninth inning, finishing the game with three hits and three RBIs alongside Merrill. Starting pitcher Yu Darvish delivered an impressive performance, pitching seven solid innings and allowing only one run on three hits while striking out three batters.
Following the victory, the series will shift back to San Diego for Game 3 on Tuesday night. Despite the intense competition and disruptive fan behavior during Game 2, the Padres demonstrated resilience and determination, ultimately coming out on top against their division rivals. With the series now tied, both teams will look to gain the upper hand in the upcoming games as they strive to advance in the postseason. The Padres’ strong performance on the field overshadowed the disturbances caused by unruly fans, highlighting the team’s ability to stay focused and execute under pressure in a critical postseason matchup. Fans and players alike will be eager to see how the remainder of the series unfolds as both teams vie for a spot in the next round of the playoffs.
