Dodgers complete sweep of Padres behind Betts and Vesia performances
The Dodgers finished a three-game sweep of the Padres on Sunday, with key contributions from Mookie Betts and Alex Vesia helping the team regain their division lead.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers completed an important three-game sweep against the San Diego Padres, which helped them regain first place in the National League West. This series was crucial because the Dodgers had been struggling recently, going 12-21 over six weeks and falling behind the Padres after having a nine-game lead earlier in the season. The team's pitching was excellent throughout the series, with starters allowing only three runs in 17 innings.
The bullpen was particularly impressive, giving up just three runs in 10 innings. Mookie Betts provided the decisive moment with a tie-breaking home run in the eighth inning of the final game, despite having his most challenging offensive season. Alex Vesia showed great determination by pitching effectively and requesting to close the ninth inning.
Several struggling players stepped up during the series, demonstrating the team's resilience and fighting spirit.
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