The Dodgers-Padres rivalry has always been fiery — but this week, the flames nearly scorched the West Coast.
Dodgers reliever Tanner Scott found himself in the eye of the storm after Padres fans hurled insults during a heated series at Petco Park, branding him a “traitor” and questioning his loyalty to Los Angeles. But Scott didn’t just walk away — he clapped back in epic fashion.
“Traitor? PLEASE.”
After shutting down a Padres rally in the 8th inning, Scott walked off the mound to a thunder of boos. When asked postgame about Padres fans calling him a traitor, his response was sharp and unapologetic:
“How can I be a traitor? Please. I give everything for this team. If being loyal to the Dodgers makes me a villain in San Diego, then I’ll wear that proudly.”
The quote instantly blew up online, with Dodgers fans hailing him as a hero and Padres fans firing back with even more venom.
The Shocking Insider Leak
But here’s where things get wild — according to an insider leak, Padres management once quietly tried to poach Scott with a “secret offer” last offseason, hoping to snatch him away from LA. The deal reportedly included a massive signing bonus and a luxury condo in downtown San Diego.
Scott, however, stayed put — doubling down on his loyalty to the Dodgers. Now, that backstory is fueling speculation that Padres fans’ anger may actually come from bitterness… knowing they couldn’t land him.
Fans React: Social Media ERUPTS
On X (formerly Twitter), the reactions were split:
- Dodgers Nation: “Tanner Scott = certified savage. San Diego can stay salty.”
- Padres fans: “He’ll never be welcome here. Once a Dodger, always the enemy.”
- Neutral fans: “Wait… is MLB really dealing in secret housing perks now?!”
Rivalry Reignited
The Dodgers-Padres feud has always been about more than just baseball — it’s about pride, territory, and identity. And now, with Scott at the center of the chaos, things are hotter than ever.
One thing is clear: the next Dodgers-Padres matchup won’t just be about runs and strikeouts. It’ll be about loyalty, betrayal, and a fanbase that won’t let go.