The San Francisco Giants will play against the San Diego Padres on Monday, August 18, 2025, at PETCO Park. The game starts at 9:40 PM and will be on TV channel SDPA. The weather forecast shows a warm day with clear skies and a light breeze. The Giants have a record of 60-64, while the Padres stand at 69-55.

Giants vs. Padres Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: San Francisco Giants +120. The Giants have Robbie Ray starting, who has a strong ERA of 2.98. The Padres have lost three games in a row and Nestor Cortes has struggled with a 5.71 ERA.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-110). Both teams have shown solid pitching, and the Giants’ recent games have been low-scoring. The Padres’ last three games have also been under 7.5 runs.

Team Trends

• The San Francisco Giants have a road record of 30-31 this season.
• The San Diego Padres have a strong home record of 38-20 this season.
• San Francisco Giants’ manager is Bob Melvin, while the Padres are led by Mike Schildt.
• The Padres are 2 games behind the division leader in the NL West, while the Giants are 11 games back.
• The game will be played at PETCO Park in San Diego, with clear skies expected.

Giants vs Padres Preview

The San Francisco Giants head to PETCO Park to take on the San Diego Padres. The Giants have a record of 60-64 and are third in their division. They recently broke a losing streak with a win. On the mound for the Giants is Robbie Ray, who has a strong ERA of 2.98 and a WHIP of 1.14. Ray’s performance will be key for the Giants as they aim to gain momentum.

Meanwhile, the Padres have a record of 69-55 and are second in the division. They are looking to end a three-game losing streak. Nestor Cortes will start for the Padres, with an ERA of 5.71 and a WHIP of 1.56. The Padres hope to bounce back with a win at home. The game will be played under clear skies, with a light breeze, making for pleasant conditions at the outdoor stadium.

San Diego Padres Hitting and Pitching Insights

The San Diego Padres have some strong hitters this season. Manny Machado leads the team with a .291 batting average and 20 home runs. Xander Bogaerts and Luis Arraez also contribute with solid performances, adding depth to the lineup. The Padres’ team batting average stands at .252, which ranks sixth in the league. Their on-base percentage is .319, placing them seventh. However, their slugging percentage is lower at .383, ranking 24th. On the pitching side, Nestor Cortes takes the mound with an ERA of 5.71. The Padres’ team ERA is much better at 3.59, ranking second overall. They have given up 121 home runs, ranking third in that category.

San Francisco Giants: Key Players and Pitching Strengths

Rafael Devers leads the San Francisco Giants with a .257 batting average. He has hit 23 home runs and has 81 RBIs, ranking him eighth in the league for RBIs. Willy Adames follows with 19 home runs and 73 runs scored, making a strong impact for the team. The Giants’ team batting average is .233, placing them 17th in the league. Their on-base percentage is .308, which ranks 14th. However, their slugging percentage is .374, putting them at 27th. Robbie Ray is the starting pitcher for the Giants. He has an ERA of 2.98 and a WHIP of 1.14. Ray’s record stands at 9 wins and 6 losses, showing his ability to perform well on the mound.

Final Betting Pick

The Giants are a solid pick for the money line at +120. Robbie Ray is starting, and he has an ERA of 2.98, which is strong. The Padres have lost three games in a row, and Nestor Cortes has been struggling with a 5.71 ERA. The Giants’ road record is close to even, and they have a chance to capitalize on the Padres’ recent struggles.

The under 7.5 runs is a good choice for this game. Both teams have shown solid pitching, with the Padres having the second-best ERA in the league. The Giants’ recent games have been low-scoring, and the Padres’ last three games have also been under 7.5 runs. This suggests that another low-scoring game is likely.

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