This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/padres as Dodgers’ Dave Roberts Gives Padres Bullpen Ultimate Praise. Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised the San Diego Padres bullpen after the opening game of their three-game series on Friday.

The Dodgers' offense disappeared for a second straight game as the Padres won 5-1 and fans directed their disgust at LA's manager.

Roberts has had one-on-one conversations with hitters rather than a full team meeting, trying to get a message across about taking better at-bats.