Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has a candid take on the team after having a dominant series sweep against the Padres.

While the Los Angeles Dodgers have always been expected to claim the NL West, the team's 2025 campaign hasn't been nearly as smooth sailing as last year's World Series run.

The San Diego Padres had seemingly all of the momentum heading into this past weekend's series at Dodger Stadium against their arch-rivals, the Los Angeles Dodg

Then Betts rescued the Dodgers with the 394-foot shot to left-center off Robert Suarez. It was the shortstop's 13th homer of the season and just his fifth since June. Betts had 25 in 2022 and 39 in 2023.

As San Diego continues its playoff push, Merrill’s recovery will be closely monitored. The Padres have leaned heavily on their pitching and defense to stay afloat in the division race, and losing one of their most dynamic young players could test their depth down the stretch.

Dodgers fans still haven't forgiven Manny Machado for leaving Los Angeles to sign with the Padres, but they ultimately got the last laugh on Sunday, as Machado struck out against Alex Vesia to end the series and secure a sweep for the Dodgers.

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched the season series against the San Diego Padres with a 6-0 win on Saturday night at Dodger Stadium. The victory additionally gave the Dodgers possession of first place in the National League West once again.