Reliever Alex Vesia closed out a 4-2 victory for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the San Diego Padres on Monday, April 14, 2026. Entering the game in the ninth inning with a runner on base, Vesia induced a game-ending groundout from Padres' Jurickson Profar to record his first save of the season.
The win at Dodger Stadium improved the Dodgers' early-season record. Starting pitcher Bobby Miller earned the win after pitching six strong innings, allowing two runs. Key offensive contributions came from Freddie Freeman, who drove in two runs.
Vesia's save provided stability to a Dodgers bullpen that has seen fluctuating roles early in the year. The left-hander has been a consistent late-inning option for manager Dave Roberts over the past several seasons.
The victory gave the Dodgers a win in the opening game of their three-game series against the National League West rival Padres. The two teams are scheduled to continue their series on Tuesday, April 15.
