The tensions during the 2024 National League Division Series were highlighted by an incident involving Padres' Manny Machado and Dodgers' Jack Flaherty. Following a hit by Flaherty on Fernando Tatis Jr., Machado accused him of intentionality, leading to Machado's explosive reaction and throw towards the Dodgers' dugout targeting manager Dave Roberts. Despite this, Roberts expressed respect for Machado, emphasizing that mutual respect persists between them. Both teams are set for additional confrontations in the coming weeks, maintaining a fierce rivalry that continues to captivate fans.
Roberts described the incident as "unsettling," but emphasized mutual respect remains between him and Machado despite the tensions during the NL Division Series.
Machado's throw towards the Dodgers dugout was seen as a display of intent, following a heated exchange with Flaherty who struck out Machado after hitting Tatis Jr.
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