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Following their NLDS victory over the Atlanta Braves, the Los Angeles Dodgers made sure to send a message to the San Diego Padres, reminding them that they had not forgotten recent comments. As the team prepared to celebrate with champagne, manager Dave Roberts addressed his players, emphasizing that no team possessed more talent than the Dodgers and that they were smarter, better, and tougher.
As Roberts wrapped up his speech, someone within the Dodgers organization added, 'And we're dinosaurs,' a remark that seemed to go unnoticed by Roberts as he continued speaking. This reference stemmed from earlier comments by new Padres owner José E. Feliciano, who, before San Diego's Game 2 wild-card matchup against the Chicago Cubs, said, 'The owner of the Dodgers owns a lot of dinosaurs,' which many interpreted as a slight against Los Angeles.
Some fans are hoping the Dodgers turn the dinosaur jab into a marketing opportunity, with one fan, @KennyJ1975, suggesting, 'If the Padres face us, the @Dodgers need to market dinosaur skeletons.' While the Dodgers celebrate their series win, they await their NLCS opponent, as the Brewers currently hold a 2-1 lead over the Padres.
Key Analysis
The Dodgers' playful response to the 'dinosaur' comment highlights the growing rivalry between Los Angeles and San Diego. By embracing the label, the Dodgers not only troll the Padres but also reinforce their confidence and team unity. As they wait for their next opponent, the Dodgers have shown they are ready to let their performance do the talking.
Originally reported by headtopics.