Dodgers Blank Padres 7-0 Behind Edman, Smith Home Runs

Standout Performance

The Los Angeles Dodgers relied on a balanced offensive attack to defeat the San Diego Padres 7-0 at Dodger Stadium. The game featured exactly two home runs, both hit by Dodgers players. Mookie Betts and Will Smith provided the long-ball power, while the team’s middle infielders and outfielders contributed significantly to the run production.

The Padres were unable to score a single run in the contest, leaving their offense completely silent against the Dodgers bullpen.

Game Flow

The Dodgers took the early lead in the second inning. The away team, batting first in the top of the second, managed to put pressure on the pitcher. However, the scoring sequence listed in the facts indicates the Dodgers scored in the bottom half of the second inning.

In the second inning, the Dodgers scored four runs. First, a walk led to a run being scored. Then, another walk resulted in a second run.

Finally, a single to center field drove in two more runners, bringing the Dodgers to a 4-0 lead. The Dodgers added to their advantage in the fourth inning when a single to center field scored another run, extending the lead to 5-0. In the sixth inning, a home run to left center field increased the margin to 6-0.

The final run of the game was scored in the seventh inning via a home run to left field, sealing the 7-0 victory.

Pitching Details

San Diego starter Michael King took the loss. He pitched four innings, allowing six hits and five earned runs while walking two batters and striking out five. The Padres bullpen, including Wandy Peralta and Griffin Canning, struggled to contain the Dodgers offense, with Peralta allowing one earned run in two innings and Canning allowing one earned run in two innings.

For the Dodgers, Justin Wrobleski earned the win. He pitched one inning, allowing one hit and no earned runs, with one strikeout. The Dodgers closed out the game with a strong bullpen performance.

Roki Sasaki struck out two batters in one inning. Edwin Diaz also recorded two strikeouts in one inning. Blake Treinen walked one batter but struck out none in his one inning.

Brock Stewart allowed one hit in one inning. The remaining relievers, including Kyle Hurt and Alex Vesia, combined for scoreless relief, ensuring the clean sheet.

Final Records

With the victory, the Los Angeles Dodgers improved their record to 97-60. The San Diego Padres fell to 87-70. The game was played on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, with an attendance of 46,066 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. No other teams or events were involved in this specific matchup.

Sources

ESPN