Hello and welcome to the start of a short six-game all-California road trip that kicks off down in San Diego against the Padres. They are actually second place in the NL West despite just being .500, already 6.5 games behind the Dodgers. However, they did take two of three from the Dodgers at home last time. Today, the seven-game winning streak will be on the line.
Tonight's #Dodgers lineup at Padres: pic.twitter.com/yLij4nQgBX
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) May 10, 2024
Friday night under the @PetcoPark lights ? pic.twitter.com/cfuzowbGac
— San Diego Padres (@Padres) May 10, 2024
With Tyler Glasnow going, obviously it seems like a good chance to start the series off with a win.
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As far as updates, there was typical ones with the injured guys. Bobby Miller is back to throwing in the pen, so that’s positive.
#Dodgers Bobby Miller said he threw 2 simulated IP in his bullpen session Thursday. Will throw another bullpen on Sunday. Facing hitters in live BP situation could be next step
— Bill Plunkett (@billplunkettocr) May 11, 2024
Then there’s Jason Heyward, whose return looms large, not really for his impact but what the decision with the roster will be.
Heyward said he got some injections in his back. That's what finally gave him relief and allowed him to start progressing towards return
— Bill Plunkett (@billplunkettocr) May 11, 2024
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Michael Grove, Gavin Stone, and Andy Pages also have new numbers.
The following players have updated their numbers: Michael Grove (29), Gavin Stone (35), Andy Pages (44)
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) May 10, 2024
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Let’s go.