Tucker's near-cycle clinches LA's 5th straight NL West title, 13th in 14 years

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their 5th consecutive NL West title and 13th in 14 years with an 8-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday, September 17th, 2026, at Great American Ball Park. Tucker's near-cycle performance was a highlight of the win, which also extended the Dodgers' record-tying streak to 14 consecutive postseason appearances. The team is now pursuing a World Series three-peat, with president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman acknowledging the challenges faced during the season.