In a heated moment during the Dodgers' 6-3 victory against the Padres, Andy Pages was hit by a Dylan Cease fastball, sparking tension between the two teams. Pages suggested that Cease might have targeted him intentionally, citing a previous at-bat where he stood on second base, possibly picking up catcher's signs. Cease defended his actions, expressing surprise at Pages' response and denying any intent to throw at him.

The rivalry between the Dodgers and Padres has intensified following their competitive matchup in last year's NL Division Series. Pages, acknowledging his emotional reaction, intended to apologize, while Manny Machado remarked on the fierce nature of the competition. This incident served as a reminder of the ongoing fierce competition between these two teams vying for dominance in the National League West.