The Dodgers close in on the NL Western Division title, beating the Padres, 10 – 1. Manny Ramirez doubles home two runs and joins Carlos Beltran as the only major leaguers with 50 RBI in each league in a season.

On September 23, 2008 — The Dodgers close in on the NL Western Division title, beating the Padres, 10 – 1. Manny Ramirez doubles home two runs and joins Carlos Beltran as the only major leaguers with 50 RBI in each league in a season.

 

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