Walker Buehler faces Dodgers in series opener for Padres
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:51 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Walker Buehler pitched for the San Diego Padres against the Los Angeles Dodgers on June 26, 2026. He allowed just one run in 5.1 innings while reflecting on his transition from the Dodgers to the Padres. Buehler acknowledged the rivalry, stating he is especially motivated to win against the Dodgers. Although it was not his first time facing their lineup, he noted that pitching at Dodger Stadium will feel different. The game featured a tense atmosphere, highlighting the competitive nature between the two teams.
- •Buehler faced the Dodgers for the first time since joining the Padres.
- •He allowed one run in 5.1 innings pitched.
- •The game was played at Petco Park in San Diego.
- •Buehler expressed a strong desire to win against his former team.
- •The rivalry is amplified by the playoff stakes in the division.
- 10:51 PMYahoo Sports — Walker Buehler Admits He ‘Especially’ Wants to Beat Dodgers
"The Dodgers lost the series opener to the Padres, a game with a ton of storylines, including Walker Buehler facing his former team.
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