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Los Angeles Times
26-07-2025
- Sport
- Los Angeles Times
With trade deadline looming, Dodgers showcase their revived offense in win over Boston
BOSTON — It remains unclear exactly how much, if at all, the Dodgers will bolster their offense ahead of next week's trade deadline. But after a pitiful start to the month of July, their current lineup is finally showing renewed signs of life. The Dodgers might not have bludgeoned the Boston Red Sox in a 5-2 win Friday — when they were without shortstop Mookie Betts while he was away with his family because of a personal situation — picking up their third victory in the last four games in a series-opener at Fenway Park. But, after averaging three runs per game with a .205 team batting average over the first nine games of July, they continued showing signs that the ship is turning around again, recording at least five runs for the seventh time in their last 10 games. The most impactful performance Friday came from one of the Dodgers' most disappointing hitters over the last two months: Veteran outfielder Teoscar Hernández. After re-signing with the Dodgers this offseason — over interest from several other teams, the Red Sox chief among them –– Hernández started the season hot before missing two weeks with an adductor strain in May. Ever since, the veteran had looked glaringly off, batting below .200 over 48 games. At the end of this past week's homestand on Wednesday, however, Hernández recorded his first three-hit game since April. And on Friday, he kept the momentum going, drawing a run-scoring walk with the bases loaded in the third inning before belting a two-run insurance homer in the top of the eighth. Andy Pages played a key role Friday, as well, continuing his own upward trajectory after a trying couple of weeks. From June 26 to July 19, Pages saw what was once a near-.300 batting average tumble, hitting .206 over an 18-game stretch. The slide helped keep him from reaching the All-Star Game, then continued for the first two games coming out of the break — making him one of many Dodgers hitters mired in a midseason slump. But in the last four games of the team's recent homestand, Pages had two home runs and two multi-hit games. On Friday, his recent surge continued, with Pages doubling and scoring in the second inning, hitting a sacrifice fly after Hernández's walk in the third, and singling again after Hernández's big fly in the eighth. There were other bright spots in the Dodgers' win. Will Smith went two for five to raise his National League-leading batting average to .325. Freddie Freeman had a pair of singles, recording consecutive multi-hit games for only the second time since early June. And while Shohei Ohtani saw his home run streak snapped at five games, he still managed to reach safely twice. Two hitters who could be more important to the Dodgers' deadline calculus struggled, with Michael Conforto going only one for four (albeit with a sixth-inning double) and Hyeseong Kim extending his recent slump with a golden sombrero (four strikeouts). But on the whole, the offense (which combined for 10 total hits, the third time that has happened in the last 10 games) did enough to back up a five-inning, two-run start from Emmet Sheehan and the first scoreless effort from the Dodgers' beleaguered bullpen since July 3.
The Herald Scotland
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
The best pictures from HebCelt as Skerryvore delight the crowds
It was a crowd already entertained with Nina Nesbitt showing her talents earlier in the day. Skerryvore are celebrating their 20th anniversary and they kicked off to huge cheers with Path to Home followed by Beasts and Lucky Ones. They also introduced guests throughout the night with Grant Cassidy, Cassie and Maggie, Elias Alexander and the Lewis Pipe Band all performing alongside them. The crowds watching Skerryvore (Image: HebCelt) Samba Sene during the festival (Image: HebCelt) Skerryvore on stage (Image: HebCelt) Skerryvore Co-Founder Daniel Gillespie said: 'What an amazing feeling to know that it's a sell out. Congratulations HebCelt, and everyone who is here tonight. You've done Stornoway proud again and we're so delighted to be a part of it.' Festival organisers believe it could be the most successful festival in its 28-year history thanks to Skerryvore, Lulu, Tide Lines, Laura Silverstone and many more. Early-bird tickets for next year's festival go on sale next week, with the event to take place between July 15 and 18. Carol Ferguson, Operations Co-Ordinator, said: 'We're over the moon that so many people have chosen to join Skerryvore's 20th anniversary party and enjoy so many other great performers across our sold out Saturday. 'We're still crunching the data, and totting up the numbers, but it looks like a very good year indeed, which is testament to the hard work of the team, our funders, sponsors and all the artists who have made this such an amazing success.' Chair Iain Macphail said: 'That the whole HebCelt family can come together like this and put on a world class event on this scale is simply amazing, and we're grateful to every single music fan, performer, volunteer, contractor and business for making it happen.' Ahead of Skerrymore, Nina Nesbitt also delivered a scorching performance for the final night in Stornoway amid baking temperatures. The 'I'm Coming Home' star, who wrote that song about heading back to Scotland, told fans: 'We are so excited to be here in Stornoway for the first time. 'I recently released a new album called Mountain Music. It feels very fitting to be here because it's definitely the kind of imagery to go alongside the album. Stornoway is very much on brand." Nina Nesbitt was a big success at HebCelt (Image: HebCelt) Fans enjoying themselves at the festival (Image: HebCelt) Crowds enjoying the festival (Image: HebCelt) Crowds enjoying the festival (Image: HebCelt) The 'Best You Had' singer was picture perfect throughout as she performed tracks from her latest album including Pages, Anger and I'm Coming Home and also debuted a cover of Mazzy Star's Fade Into You for her visit. Astro Bloc, Samba Sene and Iona Mairead also performed throughout the day along with Gaelic children's TV legend Donnie Dòtaman who led an army of homemade hat wearers in song as he took to the Lewis Wind Power Island Stage. HebCelt Artist Programmer Michelle Shields said: 'This has been one of the most exciting, diverse and popular line-ups we have ever had and we're ecstatic that so many great performers were able to join us. 'From legends like Lulu and Skerryvore, to Tide Lines, Beluga Lagoon, Donnie Dòtaman and others, we couldn't be happier with the reaction they have had. It's been a massive success and their music has been out of this world. 'We just can't wait to do it again next year.'
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Dodgers Send Andy Pages Message After Incident With Padres Manager
Dodgers Send Andy Pages Message After Incident With Padres Manager originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andy Pages found himself at the center of a brewing rivalry this week after a tense exchange with San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt. The incident occurred during Monday's 6-3 Dodgers win, when Padres starter Dylan Cease hit Pages with a 97.7 mph fastball in the fourth inning. Advertisement Pages, who had doubled in his previous at-bat, stared down Cease before taking his base, prompting both dugouts to stir, though no physical altercation followed. After the game, Pages told reporters he believed the pitch was intentional, possibly in response to the Padres suspecting he was relaying signs from second base. 'I don't feel like my reaction was right,' he said in Spanish, via ESPN's Alden González, 'but adrenaline took over for me in that moment.' Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Andy Pages (44)Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images Shildt, visibly frustrated, was caught on camera shouting, 'Who the [expletive] do you think you are?'—a remark that added fuel to the Dodgers-Padres rivalry. Advertisement On Tuesday, the 24-year-old outfielder responded by going 4-for-4 with two home runs, two singles, and three RBIs in the Dodgers' 8–6 win over San Diego—his first career multi-homer game in the regular season. Following the performance, the Dodgers' posted a photo of Pages with the caption: 'A perfect night at the plate for Andy.' Pages is now slashing .293/.332/.513 with 15 home runs, 49 RBIs, and six stolen bases through 70 games in his second MLB season. With the series still underway and both teams battling for position in the NL West—the Dodgers holding a 45-29 record while the Padres, at 39-33, trail five games back—this battle adds another layer to one of baseball's most heated rivalries. Advertisement Related: MLB Announces Francisco Lindor News After Mets' Third Straight Loss Related: Aaron Boone's Anthony Volpe Message After Yankees' Loss to Angels This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Dodgers' Andy Pages accuses Dylan Cease of intentionally hitting him with 98 MPH pitch
Dodgers' Andy Pages accuses Dylan Cease of intentionally hitting him with 98 MPH pitch (Image Source: Getty) Things got a bit heated between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres on Monday night at Dodger Stadium. Dodgers outfielder Andy Pages was hit on the left elbow guard by a 97.7 MPH fastball from Padres starter Dylan Cease in the bottom of the fourth inning. Cease took a walk to first, and Pages responded right away, chirping at the pitcher. No benches cleared, but it was a moment that stoked an already fiery NL West rivalry and caused some to wonder if Cease threw at him intentionally. Andy Pages believes the hit was no accident Andy Pages said that he thought it was on purpose, via a Spanish translator, when he met with reporters after the game. The rookie speculated that it was payback for sign-stealing from second base in his previous plate appearance, when he hit a double. 'It's impossible to miss that badly unless it was on purpose,' Pages said. 'I probably shouldn't have reacted that way, but I felt it was intentional.' The accusation from the outfielder added humidity to what had heated up to be a tight battle. Cease pitched well most of the day, but Pages criticized the timing of the pitch and implied the Padres may have had ulterior motives. Dylan Cease and Dave Roberts dismiss claims of intent Dylan Cease, who played an amazing game and finished with nine strikeouts over six innings, turned down the thought that the pitch was deliberate. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Audiologists Furious About New $99 Device That Makes Hearing Crystal Clear Again Rising Health Trends Learn More Undo 'I didn't understand why he thought that,' Cease said. 'It wasn't on purpose. I'm going to keep throwing inside. It's just part of the game.' Dodgers manager Dave Roberts also played down the situation by saying that, 'I don't think it was intentional. It's part of baseball, but I get why Pages reacted the way he did,' Roberts noted. ' That pitch was 98 miles per hour—it's going to sting no matter what.' DODGERS: ANDY PAGES RECIBE PELOTAZO y se MOLESTA con DYLAN CEASE de SAN DIEGO PADRES The moment came back to bite the Dodgers with a five-run response in the bottom half of the inning to flip the game and earn a 6–3 win. Pages stayed in the game and later said he was doing fine, except for being shaken by the speed and location of the pitch. The Dodgers and Padres are now running neck and neck for the division title, so go ahead and crank up the evil. The two teams will face each other again soon enough, and whatever upset on Monday night is not likely to be forgotten.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
How Andy Pages' three-run homer flips game for Los Angeles Dodgers vs San Francisco Giants
How Andy Pages three-run homer flips game for Los Angeles Dodgers vs San Francisco Giants (Image Source: Getty Images) Andy Pages delivered when the Los Angeles Dodgers needed him most, crushing a game-changing three-run home run in the fifth inning that transformed a 3-2 deficit into a commanding 5-3 lead against the San Francisco Giants on Sunday night. The 24-year-old outfielder's heroics at Dodger Stadium not only secured a 5-4 victory but also extended the Dodgers' National League West division lead to two games over their bitter rivals, showcasing the type of clutch hitting that championship teams require during pivotal moments in the season. Andy Pages' emergence as Los Angeles Dodgers' clutch performer signals playoff readiness Andy Pages (Image Source: Getty Images) The important thing about the performance of Andy Pages does not end with a bat swing. After hitting an impressive .313 in 21 games with 25 hits in 80 at-bats and driving in four home runs and 17 RBIs since May 24, Pages has been slowly gaining steam. His 13th home run of the year was at the right time, and it changed the direction of the game as the Los Angeles Dodgers fell behind in an otherwise good individual performance by Shohei Ohtani, who had three hits and scored twice. One of the things that makes Pages much more valuable is the fact that he can perform under pressure. Pages came up with two outs in the fifth inning with runners on base thanks to singles by Ohtani and Mookie Betts, and he crushed a slider by San Francisco Giants reliever Ryan Walker into the pavilion in left-centre field. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Container Houses Vietnam (Prices May Surprise You) Container House | Search Ads Search Now Undo This kind of situational hitting has turned out to be the trademark of Pages, which has revealed the mental strength needed to play baseball in October. Los Angeles Dodgers capitalise on San Francisco Giants roster disruption to maintain division control Andy Pages came up with heroics at the best time possible, and the San Francisco Giants were already faced with tremendous roster instability a few minutes before the first pitch. Kyle Harrison, who was supposed to start in the Giants, was traded to the Boston Red Sox 20 minutes before the start of the game in exchange for Rafael Devers, which made the Giants change their whole lineup with Sean Hjelle as a starting pitcher. This was a mess at an organisational level, and it worked perfectly in the favour of the Los Angeles Dodgers, who were in a position to exploit an opponent who was not prepared to face last-minute changes. That the Los Angeles Dodgers were able to stay focused even after the dramatic pre-game events testifies to their mentality of champions and their talent pool. Tommy Edman added a solo home run in the second inning, and Dustin May pitched through control problems to go six innings to get the win. The Los Angeles Dodgers will hope to capitalise on this when they are at home against the San Diego Padres on Monday night with Ben Casparius on the mound. SportsNet LA is the broadcast channel where fans can watch the action on their screens starting at 7:10 PM ET. Also Read: Watch: Rafael Devers returns to empty Fenway Park alone after being traded by Red Sox to Giants The fact that Andy Pages has developed into a dependable clutch hitter is another piece that the Los Angeles Dodgers can use in their title quest, as it suggests that the most significant actions come out of those who have the least reputation of being heroes when the spotlight is on.
