Dodgers right-hander Zack Greinke was stellar in his start against the Padres on Saturday. He was saddled with his second loss of the season, however, as the Dodgers fell 2-1.
Greinke (5-2) twirled eight innings, allowing just two runs on eight hits. He struck out seven and walked one, needing an even 100 pitches for the complete game. He gave up an early run in the first inning, but the Dodgers were able to tie the game two innings later.
But the fatal blow came in the eighth, when Greinke served up a solo home run to Justin Upton, which proved to be the game-winner. Greinke has now failed to earn a win in seven straight starts.
Still, it was a strong outing for Greinke, who will take a 1.95 ERA into his next start, scheduled for Thursday at home against the Rangers.