US EditionDodgers Regain NL West Lead From Padres as Snell Shuts Down His Former Team in 6
Blake Snell pitched six scoreless innings against his former team, helping the Dodgers secure their 70th win and regain sole possession of first place in the NL West.
- The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the San Diego Padres 6-0 at Dodger Stadium on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
- The Dodgers took advantage of Padres starter Dylan Cease walking six batters and issuing five runs on one hit in 3 1/3 innings.
- Dodgers catcher Will Smith threw out three Padres attempting to steal second base and Michael Conforto hit a two-run single in the first inning.
- Blake Snell, pitching for the Dodgers against his former team, threw six scoreless innings—the longest start of his season—and was praised by manager Dave Roberts.
- This victory put the Dodgers alone at the top of the NL West standings and guaranteed them a winning record against the Padres for the season.
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