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MLB Game Preview: Los Angeles Dodgers (40-27) vs. San Diego Padres (37-28)

The Los Angeles Dodgers (40-27) travel to PETCO Park to face the San Diego Padres (37-28) in the second game of their three-game series on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. The Dodgers secured a dramatic 8-7 extra-innings victory in Game 1, with Tommy Edman’s go-ahead RBI single in the 10th inning sealing the win.

Game Details

  • Matchup: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres
  • Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
  • Time: 9:40 PM ET
  • Venue: PETCO Park (San Diego, CA)
  • Broadcast: ESPN, Bally Sports San Diego

Team Breakdown & Key Players

Los Angeles Dodgers (40-27)

  • Last Game: The Dodgers secured an 8-7 win over the Padres, extending their strong form.
  • Key Players:
    • Shohei Ohtani (DH) – Batting .293, with 23 home runs and 39 RBI, ranking second in MLB in homers.
    • Freddie Freeman (1B) – Provides consistency with a .345 batting average, 21 doubles, and 41 RBI.
    • Matt Sauers (SP) – Expected starter with a 5.11 ERA, looking to contain San Diego’s offense.
  • Strengths: Power hitting, strong bullpen.
  • Weaknesses: Pitching inconsistency, defensive lapses.

San Diego Padres (37-28)

  • Last Game: The Padres fell 8-7 to the Dodgers, despite a late rally.
  • Key Players:
    • Manny Machado (3B) – Batting .318, with 10 home runs and 33 RBI, ranking 46th in MLB in homers.
    • Fernando Tatis Jr. (OF) – Provides power with 13 home runs and 35 RBI, ranking 19th in MLB in homers.
    • Dylan Cease (SP) – Expected starter with a 1-5 record and 4.72 ERA, looking for a strong outing.
  • Strengths: Home-field advantage, solid defense.
  • Weaknesses: Offensive inconsistency, bullpen struggles.

Matchup Analysis & Betting Insights

  • Head-to-Head: The Dodgers lead the series 1-0, winning Game 1 in extra innings.
  • Game Strategy:
    • Dodgers: Need Sauers to limit runs while relying on their power hitters.
    • Padres: Must capitalize on Los Angeles’ pitching struggles and generate early offense.

Game Odds

Los Angeles Dodgers      8

San Diego Padres             – 123

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, June 9, 2025

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