In recent years, the rivalry between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Diego Padres has intensified significantly, particularly with three postseason matchups within five seasons. The Padres, enjoying their most successful streak with three postseason appearances since 2020, contrast their past struggles. Meanwhile, the Dodgers have dominated the National League West, securing two World Series titles in the last five seasons. Max Muncy expressed traditional views of rivalry, stating that for the Dodgers, the true rival remains the San Francisco Giants, despite the competitive electricity the Padres bring to the matchup.
A good rivalry requires strong feelings of animosity and competitiveness between both sides, which is certainly the case for the Padres and Dodgers. But any rivalry worth its salt is also built on a bedrock of shared history over numerous decades.
The Padres bring everything that is in a rivalry, but you only have one rival. I just think if you have a rival, it's your counterpart, and that's always going to be the Giants...the true rival.
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