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Tommy Edman sent a big message with a home run in the Dodgers latest win
The Los Angeles Dodgers are closing in on another National League West division title, as their 7-5 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Saturday shrunk their magic number down to three. Perhaps even more important, though, is the fact that postseason hero Tommy Edman appears to be heating up at the perfect time once again.
Throughout the 2025 campaign, the Dodgers have been hit hard by injuries, with Edman being a part of that group. However, they have gotten several key players back recently, and with the postseason right around the corner, that could help Los Angeles on its quest to repeat as the World Series champion this season.
Dave Roberts Gushes Over Tommy Edman
Edman emerged from out of nowhere to become a hero for the Dodgers in the postseason last year, as he ended up winning NLCS MVP honors to help get L.A. to the World Series. Once they got there, they took down the New York Yankees in five games, giving Edman the first championship ring of his career.
In 2025, Edman got off a red-hot start, but injuries eventually played a role in cooling him off. After missing over a month of action, Edman returned to the field earlier in September, but it has taken him awhile to shake off some of the rust at the plate. However, that may have changed on Saturday, as he smacked his first home run since July as part of Los Angeles’ most recent win.
As he has shown frequently during his time with the Dodgers, Edman can heat up in a hurry, and with the postseason right around the corner, that could be just what Los Angeles needs to go on a run. After his latest big hit for L.A., manager Dave Roberts dished out some high praise for Edman as he looks to get back on track after his latest injury woes.
“I know his at-bat quality is a lot better than the performance,” Roberts said of Edman. “He’s hitting the ball hard, he’s taking good at-bats, that’s the main thing. But obviously, today, to hit a homer was big for him, but ever since he’s come back, he’s been huge for us.”
Dodgers Looking to Finish Off Four-Game Sweep of Giants on Sunday
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: Manager Dave Roberts #30 reacts after Shohei Ohtani #17 was hit by a pitch from Randy Vásquez #98 of the San Diego Padres in the third inning at Dodger Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
For much of the second half of the season, the San Diego Padres have given the Dodgers a run for their money at the top of the NL West. After winning their past four games, though, Los Angeles has built up a four-game lead, which may be insurmountable for San Diego with just a few games left in the regular season.
Three of those wins have come in the Dodgers’ current series against the Giants, and on Sunday, they will go for the sweep over another one of their longtime division rivals. Emmet Sheehan will take the mound for Los Angeles, with Trevor McDonald earning the start for San Francisco. First pitch is scheduled for 4:10 p.m. ET, and L.A. will be motivated to inch even closer to their division title by picking up a win in this one.
Owen Crisafulli Owen Crisafulli is a Breaking News Writer at Heavy. In addition to writing for Heavy, Owen works as a Content Producer for More Views Media. His work has also appeared on ClutchPoints, The Sporting News, Athlon Sports, Basketball Network, and FanSided, where he shared his insights on a variety of sports topics primarily surrounding the NFL, NBA, and MLB. More about Owen Crisafulli
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