Tatis, Ohtani Hit by Pitch Fuels Padres-Dodgers Feud

The rivalry between the San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers intensified during a recent series after Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. was hit by a pitch for the fifth time by Dodgers pitching in 2024. Tensions escalated when Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani was also hit, prompting benches to clear and resulting in multiple ejections. Padres manager Mike Shildt and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confronted each other on the field, with Roberts denying intent and Shildt expressing frustration over repeated incidents. Manny Machado and other Padres players issued warnings following the altercation. Medical updates revealed Tatis' X-rays were negative, but concern remains over his wrist, with further tests planned. The incident has heightened anticipation for the teams' next matchup in August.