Joc Pederson hit a game-winning solo home run in the eighth inning, giving the Dodgers a 2-1 win over the Padres in a battle of struggling offenses on Friday night at Dodger Stadium.
The Dodgers went scoreless until the fifth inning, running their scoreless streak to 35 consecutive innings, tying the record for franchise futility since the club moved to Los Angeles in 1958.
Pederson slammed a ball deep into the right field pavilion off Joaquin Benoit with one out in the eighth for his 11th home run of the season. The home run came on an 0-2 count and Pederson, who has 47 strikeouts in 166 plate appearances this season, was asked if he shortens up his swing in that count.
"I think you've seen my strikeouts," Pederson said, laughing.
Dear Lord. That was a tough one last night for the hometown boys. Good overall game and awesome performance from Andrew Cashner. He finally looked like he was pitching with a plan and on the same page with his battery mate instead of just throwing. But, Again, The Padres simply just don't score when Cashner is on the bump. Must be extremely frustrating but the outing was a much needed successful display from a pitcher who needed it. He seems like a guy that has somewhat of a strong mindset but the kid needs a win before it makes him overcompensate. Which would be a disaster.
There is a report out there this morning that Joc Pederson's ball has landed but there are no confirmed reports from credible sources. Missing your spot on an 0-2 count is simply unacceptable. Hitting a ball that far on a shortened swing is insane but proves how bad that pitch actually was.
Someone need to take the lineup card out of buddy's hand and move Kemp to the 5 or 6 hole. The fact that guy is hitting 3rd right now is a travesty. Move Norris to the 3 hole. Do something Buddy!
P.S. Teams depth is an issue. Myers injury completely changes this lineup and how the opposition approaches their game plan.
P.P.S. Hope this blog didn't wrinkle any Padres employees cranky pants. Sensitive city.
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