Dodgers Secure Spring Training Win Over Padres with Yamamoto's Strong Start The Los Angeles Dodgers continued their strong performance in Spring Training as they defeated the San Diego Padres on Friday night at Camelback Ranch. The game provided a glimpse into the potential 2026 Opening Day roster, with the Dodgers showcasing their depth and strategy ahead of the regular season. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, set to start the 2026 season, made his final spring appearance of the year, delivering a dominant five-inning start. The right-hander struck out seven batters, allowed three hits, and walked one, showcasing his command and effectiveness. Yamamoto tested various pitches during the outing, including his fastball, cutter, slider, curveball, and splitter, and expressed confidence in his preparation. "I was able to try out various things I wanted to test, and I got off to a good start," Yamamoto said through his interpreter. "Overall, I think it went well. Whether it was first-pitch strikes or my out pitch, I was able to get outs with a variety of pitches. Even in situations with runners on base, I was able to stay calm and pitch steadily, so I think that was a strong point." Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised Yamamoto's performance, highlighting his readiness for the season. "He came to the mound with a very strong sense of purpose," Roberts said. "The movement on his fastball, command, cutter, slider, curve, splitter—everything was outstanding. He was very efficient and got through five innings without straining. I think it was a great way to cap it off for him." The Dodgers capitalized on Yamamoto's strong start by scoring first in the second inning.#los_angeles_dodgers #yoshinobu_yamamoto #san_diego_padres #teoscar_hernandez #dave_roberts
San Diego Padres vs Los Angeles Dodgers Spring Training Game: How to Watch and Key Updates The San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers are set to face off in a Cactus League spring training matchup on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Camelback Ranch in Phoenix, Arizona. The game will begin at 9:05 p.m. ET and will be broadcast live on MLB.TV, with streaming options available through Fubo. The Dodgers, currently leading the league in the Cactus League, will host the Padres, who are competing for a top spot in the standings. The Dodgers have dominated the spring training season, sitting at the top of the standings after 26 games. They are one game ahead of the San Francisco Giants and 2.5 games up on the Texas Rangers. On Wednesday, they secured a 5-1 victory over the Giants in eight innings, with Shohei Ohtani delivering a standout performance. Ohtani pitched 4.1 innings, allowing just one hit and striking out four batters while keeping the scoreline clean. The game was completed by five relievers, with Tanner Scott closing the frame, allowing one earned run and striking out two. Offensively, the Dodgers have been led by Teoscar Hernandez and Nick Senzel. Hernandez is tied for the team lead with three home runs, batting .450 and driving in a team-high 16 RBIs. Senzel follows closely behind with three home runs, 11 RBIs, and a .265 average. The team’s success has also been bolstered by contributions from other players, including the recent win by Matt Waldron, who earned his first relief victory with a 2.0-inning performance allowing one earned run on two hits and two strikeouts. The Padres, meanwhile, are in a tight race for the Cactus League title, currently 0.5 games behind the Chicago White Sox and three games back from the Giants. They are also four games behind the Dodgers.#shohei_ohtani #los_angeles_dodgers #san_diego_padres #camelback_ranch #teoscar_hernandez
The Atlanta Braves have been officially notified that Jurickson Profar will miss the entire 2026 season due to his suspension by Major League Baseball. The 33-year-old player from Curacao was suspended on March 3 after testing positive for exogenous testosterone, marking his second positive result for a performance-enhancing drug within a little over a year. This follows a previous suspension in 2025, where he was banned for 80 games after testing positive for human chorionic gonadotropin. Profar's latest suspension was upheld after he appealed the decision, as confirmed by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The ruling means he will be ineligible to participate in the 2026 postseason and will forfeit his $15 million salary for the 2026 season. In 2025, he lost over $5.1 million in earnings due to missing nearly half the season as a result of his prior suspension. Profar, who signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the Braves in January 2025, had only played 80 games for the team as of the latest update. The deal came after he had an All-Star season with the San Diego Padres in 2024. His suspension now effectively ends his tenure with the Braves for the 2026 campaign, leaving the team to navigate the loss of a key player amid ongoing disciplinary actions against him.#curacao #atlanta_braves #jurickson_profar #san_diego_padres #major_league_baseball
Dominican Republic Third Baseman Manny Machado Shines in World Baseball Classic Manny Machado, the 33-year-old third baseman for the San Diego Padres, has enjoyed a distinguished 14-year Major League Baseball career marked by impressive statistics and accolades. Through his time in the majors, Machado has compiled a .279/.338/.486 slash line with an OPS of .824, along with 369 home runs, 1,144 RBIs, and 113 stolen bases in 1,894 games. His achievements include seven All-Star selections, three Silver Slugger Awards, two Gold Gloves, and one Platinum Glove. This spring, Machado is representing the Dominican Republic in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, where the team has made a strong start in Pool D. The Dominican Republic has secured victories in its first two games, including a 12-1 mercy rule win over the Netherlands on Sunday. Machado has contributed significantly to the team’s success, going 3-for-6 at the plate with three walks and two runs scored in the tournament. His defensive skills have also been on full display, particularly during a standout performance against Nicaragua. Machado’s pregame demeanor has sparked some controversy. Before the Dominican Republic’s game against the Netherlands, he was seen in the dugout expressing frustration over the lack of media attention. “Look around, no meetings here, barely any people. They don’t want to wake up early but they’ll roll up asking me questions later. Not a single person here. Don’t come sweating me later,” he remarked. Fans have responded with mixed reactions, with some criticizing his attitude and others questioning his focus. The Dominican Republic will next face Israel on Monday at noon ET in Miami, with the game broadcast on FS1.#dominican_republic #world_baseball_classic #manny_machado #san_diego_padres #fs1
