Blake Snell pitched six scoreless innings for the Dodgers, allowing four of the first five Padres batters to reach base. Will Smith made a significant impact by throwing out three runners attempting to steal. Smith's performance marked notable achievements, including being the first Dodgers catcher to throw out two base stealers in the same inning since 2017. He leads the Majors this season with 24 baserunners caught stealing, contributing to Snell's confidence on the mound as he achieved 13 consecutive scoreless innings since returning from injury.
Snell got through six scoreless innings despite allowing four of the first five San Diego Padres batters to reach base. Smith threw out three runners on stolen base attempts during that span.
Smith became the first Dodgers catcher to throw out two would-be base stealers in the same inning since Yasmani Grandal in April 2017.
Overall this season, Smith's 24 baserunners caught stealing are tied with Carlos Narváez of the Boston Red Sox for most in the Majors.
It's big, Snell said of Smith's and Dalton Rushing's ability to control the opponents' running game. 'It brings a lot of confidence knowing they can shut the running game down no matter how long I take to get to the plate.'
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