The Los Angeles Angels and San Diego Padres face off in the final game of their three-game interleague series at PETCO Park. The series is tied 1-1, with the Angels winning the opener 9-5, while the Padres responded with a 6-4 victory in Game 2, thanks to a walk-off home run by Fernando Tatis Jr..
Game Details
- Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- Time: 9:40 PM EDT
- Venue: PETCO Park, San Diego, CA
- TV Broadcast: Bally Sports West, Bally Sports San Diego
Team Overview
San Diego Padres (26-15, 2nd in NL West)
- Win Probability: Favored (-188)
- Recent Form: Win-Loss-Win-Win-Win
- Key Players:
- Fernando Tatis Jr. (11 HR, 26 RBI, .316 BA)
- Manny Machado (14 doubles, 3 HR, .331 BA)
- Randy Vasquez (starting pitcher, 2-3, 3.76 ERA)
- Strengths:
- Best team batting average in MLB (.265)
- Strong home record (15-5)
- Clutch hitting in late-game situations
Los Angeles Angels (17-24, 5th in AL West)
- Win Probability: Underdog (+156)
- Recent Form: Loss-Win-Loss-Win-Loss
- Key Players:
- Joseph Ward (9 HR, 21 RBI)
- Jo Adell (3 HR, 4 RBI in last 10 games)
- Kyle Hendricks (starting pitcher, 1-4, 5.30 ERA)
- Challenges:
- Struggled offensively, ranking 26th in MLB ERA (5.14)
- Poor road record (8-14)
- Must improve clutch hitting against Padres’ bullpen
Matchup Breakdown
- Padres’ Edge: San Diego has momentum after their Game 2 win, with Tatis Jr. delivering a walk-off homer. Vasquez has been solid on the mound and will look to contain the Angels’ lineup.
- Angels’ Hope: Los Angeles must capitalize on early scoring opportunities and avoid strikeouts against Vasquez. Hendricks has struggled this season but has extensive experience against San Diego.
- X-Factor: Fernando Tatis Jr. has been one of the best hitters in the NL, and his ability to drive in runs could be crucial for the Padres.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Angels 8.5
San Diego Padres – 192
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 13, 2025
