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Miller's Meltdown Costs Padres in Ninth
20 May
Summary
- Mason Miller's ninth-inning miscues led to the Dodgers' win.
- Freddie Freeman hit two home runs to end his slump.
- Emmet Sheehan struggled, allowing multiple home runs.
The San Diego Padres suffered a significant loss as closer Mason Miller faltered in the ninth inning, leading to a 5-4 victory for the Los Angeles Dodgers. This marked Miller's first blown save of the season, occurring after a walk on a challenged call and a wild pick-off attempt that allowed a runner to advance to third base. The Dodgers capitalized on the miscue, scoring the winning run on a sacrifice fly.
Earlier in the game, Freddie Freeman provided a spark for the Dodgers by hitting two home runs, snapping an 0-for-16 slump and helping his team stay competitive. Conversely, Dodgers pitcher Emmet Sheehan struggled in his start, surrendering two two-run homers. He was removed after only four innings with an elevated ERA, continuing his search for consistency.
