In a thrilling showdown at Dodger Stadium, the San Diego Padres clinched a series victory on Sunday, thanks to outfielder Jurickson Profar's game-winning hit. His clutch three-run double in the seventh inning, coming just a day after Dodgers catcher Will Smith called him "irrelevant," caught the attention of his teammates.
Padres third baseman Manny Machado had some choice words for Smith, saying, "Irrelevant? I don't know about that. Check the dictionary. Profar has been a big leader for us. His stats speak for themselves. Every time he steps on the field, he makes a huge impact. He's got ten years in the league, which is no small feat. Gotta show him some respect."
The tension between the teams escalated when Profar took offense to a pitch thrown at him by Dodgers starter Gavin Stone, leading to a benches-clearing incident. Despite the Dodgers' claims that it was unintentional, the incident added fuel to the fire.
In the crucial seventh inning of the following game, with the score tied at 3, Profar delivered when it mattered most. With the bases loaded and one out, he smashed a J.P. Feyereisen pitch off the center-field wall, securing the win for the Padres.
Manager Mike Shildt praised Profar's contribution, calling him a "glue guy" for the team and emphasizing his relevance to the Padres. Despite the incident, Profar maintained his composure, choosing not to engage in a war of words with Smith.
While the rivalry between the Padres and Dodgers continues to simmer, Machado defended his teammate, dubbing Profar "Mr. Relevant." He highlighted Profar's ten years in the league as proof of his significance and lamented the lack of respect shown in the game.
In the face of adversity, Profar remains focused on his game, leaving the media drama behind. His performance on the field speaks volumes, and his teammates and coaches recognize his value to the team.
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