The Dodgers hand the Padres the worst Opening Day shutout loss since at least 1913

On April 4, 2016 — At Petco Park, the Dodgers romp over the Padres, 16 – 0, The Dodgers hand the Padres the worst Opening Day shutout loss since at least 1913, and most likely in the history of the game, blanking the Friars at Petco Park, 15-0. The Dodgers won behind the pitching of Clayton Kershaw, the Dodgers rack up 17 hits as Adrian Gonzalez and A.J. Ellis both drive in three runs.

The contest marked the managerial debut of both skippers, with LA’s Dave Roberts and San Diego’s Padres Andy Green both piloting their first major league game.