Dodgers' Tanner Scott locks down 12th save against Padres
Dodgers closer Tanner Scott recorded his 12th save on Friday, striking out the side in a perfect ninth to seal a 4-3 win over the San Diego Padres. He needed 18 pitches and extended an eight-inning scoreless streak with a 13:0 K:BB ratio while Los Angeles waits on Edwin Diaz (elbow) to return later this month.
Key Takeaways
- Tanner Scott converted save No. 12 with a three-strikeout ninth in the Dodgers' 4-3 victory over the Padres.
- Scott has six saves and a hold across eight consecutive scoreless innings, with a 13:0 strikeout-to-walk ratio in that stretch.
- Through 35.2 innings in 2026, Scott owns a 2.02 ERA, 0.70 WHIP, 45:3 K:BB, 12 saves and six holds.
- Edwin Diaz (elbow) is expected back later this month, which could reduce Scott's save chances but not his high-leverage workload.
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto starts Saturday's rematch against San Diego for the third time this season as the series continues at Dodger Stadium.
How Did Tanner Scott Earn His 12th Save?
Scott was called on to protect a one-run lead in the ninth inning of Friday's game at Dodger Stadium. According to CBS Sports, the left-hander struck out the side in a perfect inning, finishing the 4-3 win without allowing a baserunner.
He worked efficiently, throwing 18 pitches with 12 strikes. That performance added another line to a run that fantasy managers and broadcast viewers alike have been tracking closely all season.
Why Is Tanner Scott's Scoreless Streak Such a Big Deal?
Scott's latest outing extended an active eight-inning scoreless streak that now includes six saves and one hold. During that span, he has posted a 13:0 strikeout-to-walk ratio while hitting just one batter.
On the season, Scott carries a 2.02 ERA, 0.70 WHIP and 45:3 K:BB across 35.2 innings, with 12 saves and six holds. For a bullpen waiting on Edwin Diaz (elbow) to return, that reliability has kept late leads secure night after night.
CBS Sports notes that save opportunities may taper once Diaz is activated later this month, but Scott should still see plenty of high-leverage innings regardless of the role shuffle.
Where Can You Watch Dodgers-Padres Highlights and What's Next?
Fans who missed Friday's finish can catch key moments through ESPN's game highlights from the Padres-Dodgers matchup. For broader viewing alerts across live sports, bookmark our Streaming & TV Alerts hub.
The rivalry rolls into Saturday with Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound for Los Angeles. MLB.com reports it marks his third start against San Diego this season, with the Dodgers ace entering at 4-2 with a 1.51 ERA over his previous six appearances.
Yamamoto has been the ace Los Angeles has needed lately, and the club will look to extend its commanding National League West lead over its closest division rival. If Scott is needed again, viewers will be watching the same bullpen that just closed Friday with three punchouts in a row.