First Pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. PT / 9:40 p.m. ET
Venue: Petco Park, San Diego, California
This NL West divisional clash features the visiting Colorado Rockies looking to snap a tough start against a San Diego Padres team that took Game 1 of the series in extra innings and now hosts the second of four games at Petco Park. The Rockies are on the road for this early-season set after a mixed bag of results, while the Padres aim to extend their slight edge in the young division race.
Weather Updates
Game-time conditions in San Diego forecast temperatures around 66°F with mostly clear to partly cloudy skies and light winds (under 10 mph). April evenings at Petco are typically ideal for baseball—dry with low humidity and no precipitation expected. Perfect conditions for a full nine innings with minimal impact on play or offense. Fans can expect a comfortable night at the ballpark.
Injury Report
Colorado Rockies:
SP José Quintana (15-day IL, right hamstring strain; expected return ~April 15)
SP McCade Brown (60-day IL, right shoulder inflammation; expected return ~May 24)
SP Case Williams (60-day IL, elbow; expected return ~June)
CF Jared Thomas (7-day IL)
C Hunter Goodman (day-to-day, finger)
San Diego Padres:
RP Jason Adam (15-day IL, left quad)
RP Yuki Matsui (15-day IL, left groin strain)
3B Sung-Mun Song (10-day IL, right oblique strain)
INF Will Wagner (10-day IL, right oblique strain)
SP Joe Musgrove (15-day IL, right elbow inflammation)
SP Griffin Canning (15-day IL, left Achilles)
RP Bryan Hoeing (15-day IL, right elbow)
Both teams are dealing with rotation and bullpen depth issues plus some position-player absences, but tonight’s starters (Sugano and Buehler) are available and unaffected. The Padres’ IL list is heavier on pitching arms.
Player Matchups & Probable Pitchers
COL: RHP Tomoyuki Sugano (1-0, 1.69 ERA)
The Japanese import has been excellent early (10.2 IP, 9 K, 3 BB, just 6 H allowed). Strong command and a diverse pitch mix make him tough on right-handed hitters.
SD: RHP Walker Buehler (0-1, 9.45 ERA)
Buehler has struggled in limited 2026 action (6.2 IP, 8 H, 5 BB, 7 K). His velocity is there, but command has been an issue early. Career numbers against current Rockies hitters are limited but include solid marks vs. some veterans.
Key Offensive Matchups:
Rockies bats vs. Buehler: The COL lineup (featuring players like Mickey Moniak, Troy Johnston, Jordan Beck, and Edouard Julien) has shown pop but ranks lower in team OPS. They’ll look to exploit Buehler’s early-season rust.
Padres bats vs. Sugano: San Diego’s potent offense—led by Xander Bogaerts, Jake Cronenworth, Manny Machado (if active), Jackson Merrill, and others—ranks higher in scoring. They hit righties well and could test Sugano’s command in a hitter-friendly Petco night.
Recent Team Forms
Rockies (roughly 3-7 in recent stretch, overall 6-7): Wins against Houston and Toronto mixed with losses to Philadelphia and Miami. Offense has shown life in spots but pitching has been inconsistent on the road.
Padres (5-5-ish last 10, overall 7-6): Strong recent stretch including a win over the Rockies in Game 1 (extra-inning thriller) and solid results vs. Pittsburgh and Boston. Bullpen has been taxed but offense is clicking (higher run production than Colorado).
Series History
The Padres have dominated recent meetings, going 10-3 against the Rockies over the last two seasons. Interleague/division play has favored San Diego at home. This is the second game of a four-game set; San Diego leads the series 1-0 after Thursday’s extra-inning victory.
Betting Trends
Unders have hit in several early Padres home games; Rockies road games trend lower-scoring away from Coors Field.
Other notes: Padres are strong favorites at home early; Rockies are 2-5 ATS on the road this season.
Game Odds
Colorado Rockies 8
San Diego Padres – 186
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 9, 2026
