The opening matchup saw the Padres narrowly defeat the Dodgers by turning a game-ending triple play. The win helped San Diego clinch a postseason berth.
Manny Machado said the Padres weren't disappointed about the outcome and are confident they will face the Dodgers again in the postseason. 'No disappointment,' said third baseman Manny Machado. 'We're having a great season. We're in the postseason. We're going to see them in a few weeks.'
The Dodgers were able to hold on to win the NL West despite a plethora of injuries and the Padres' excellent play in the second half.
San Diego posted a 43-20 record since the All-Star break, which was the best mark in baseball. They figure to be a tough out in the playoffs.
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