San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 15, 2024

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Sep 15, 2024 6:13 AM
The San Diego Padres, riding high after taking a 2-0 series lead, head to Oracle Park to face the San Francisco Giants on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at 4:05 PM. With Donnie Solano fresh off a 4-hit game, the Padres look to capitalize on their momentum against their NL West rivals.
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Padres vs Giants starting pitchers

  • Landen Roupp for San Francisco Giants
  • Martin Perez for San Diego Padres

Padres vs Giants statistics

Stat Padres Giants
Hits 1352 (1st) 1196 (21st)
Batting Average .265 (1st) .239 (20th)
Runs Batted In 679 (9th) 601 (Tied-20th)
Runs 712 (7th) 630 (19th)
Home Runs 172 (12th) 157 (20th)
Walks 426 (23rd) 460 (Tied-11th)
Stolen Bases 109 (14th) 63 (Tied-28th)
Strikeouts 978 (30th) 1328 (9th)
Pitches 21824 (13th) 21923 (10th)

San Francisco Giants recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/14/24 vs San Diego Padres L 8-0
9/13/24 vs San Diego Padres L 5-0
9/12/24 vs Milwaukee Brewers L 3-0
9/11/24 vs Milwaukee Brewers W 13-2
9/10/24 vs Milwaukee Brewers L 3-2

San Diego Padres recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/14/24 @ San Francisco Giants W 8-0
9/13/24 @ San Francisco Giants W 5-0
9/11/24 @ Seattle Mariners L 5-2
9/10/24 @ Seattle Mariners W 7-3
9/8/24 vs San Francisco Giants L 7-6

Padres vs Giants predictions

As the San Diego Padres gear up to face the San Francisco Giants, several Padres players look poised for standout performances. Donovan Solano, fresh off his 4-hit game, could be expected to maintain his striking form, potentially adding crucial runs and hits to the Padres' tally. Meanwhile, Manny Machado, boasting 26 home runs and 97 RBIs this season, could very well intensify the pressure with his power-hitting capabilities. Martin Perez, while having a mixed season, might leverage his experience to navigate the Giants' lineup effectively, aiming to bolster his win count and help suppress San Francisco's scoring opportunities.

Turning our attention to the San Francisco Giants, Heliot Ramos, sporting a .267 batting average, might prove pivotal if he channels his knack for getting on base at critical moments. Matt Chapman could be a key player to watch as well; his 24 home runs offer the Giants a chance to alter the game's momentum in an instant. From the mound, Landen Roupp, with an ERA of 3.44, is likely to strive towards containing the Padres’ dynamic offense, and his performance could be instrumental in keeping the game competitive for the Giants.

Considering both teams’ current form and the critical matchups between key players, predicting an outright winner isn't straightforward. However, the San Diego Padres appear to have a slight edge, especially with the momentum from their strong offensive stats and the psychological boost after winning the last two games of the series against the Giants. While anything can happen in baseball, the smart money might lean slightly towards the Padres pulling off a series win based on their recent performances and the depth of their lineup this season.

San Francisco Giants injuries

  • Tyler Fitzgerald (SS): Day-To-Day
  • Ryan Murphy (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Adrian Sugastey (C): Day-To-Day
  • Thomas Szapucki (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Robbie Ray (SP): 15-Day-IL

San Diego Padres injuries

  • Yovanny Cruz (P): Day-To-Day
  • Nolan Watson (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Ha-Seong Kim (SS): 10-Day-IL
  • Stephen Kolek (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Tim Locastro (LF): Day-To-Day

Padres vs Giants game info

Venue Oracle Park
Location San Francisco, California
First pitch Sun 4:05 PM
Temperature 56°
Chance of Rain 3%

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