Samad Taylor prepares for Dodgers rivalry series with Padres
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:48 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
San Diego Padres outfielder Samad Taylor addresses the upcoming series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, calling it 'just another day of baseball.' Despite recognizing the significance of the rivalry, Taylor expresses confidence as he prepares for his first taste of the matchup. He joins the Padres after a successful stint in Triple-A and has been performing well in the major leagues, boasting a.379 batting average this season. The Padres and Dodgers are set to clash at the end of June in what has been described as baseball's best rivalry.
- •Samad Taylor views the Padres vs. Dodgers series as routine despite its rivalry status.
- •Taylor has a.379 batting average in 17 MLB games this season.
- •He is making his debut in the Dodgers rivalry after joining the Padres this offseason.
- •The Padres and Dodgers series occurs at the end of June amid heightened fan interest.
- 2:48 AMYahoo Sports — Young Padres outfielder gives honest thoughts on Dodgers rivalry
"The San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers currently sit as the best rivalry in baseball right now.
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