Matchday: Friday, June 13, 2025
First Pitch: 9:40 PM ET
Venue: Chase Field, Phoenix, AZ
Broadcast: Apple TV+, Bally Sports San Diego, Bally Sports Arizona
Overview: Padres vs. Diamondbacks – NL West Showdown in Phoenix
The Arizona Diamondbacks (34-34) host the San Diego Padres (38-29) in the first game of a three-game series at Chase Field. Arizona enters the matchup riding a four-game home winning streak, while San Diego is looking to bounce back after a 5-2 loss to the Dodgers in their last outing.
Both teams are battling for positioning in the NL West standings, making this series a crucial opportunity to gain ground.
Arizona Diamondbacks: Home Momentum & Offensive Depth
The Diamondbacks have been strong at home, holding an 18-17 record at Chase Field. Their offense has been fueled by Josh Naylor, who leads the team with a .302 batting average, and Corbin Carroll, who has 19 home runs and 43 RBIs.
Key Players to Watch:
- Josh Naylor – .302 AVG, 8 HR, 45 RBI; Diamondbacks’ top hitter
- Corbin Carroll – 19 HR, 43 RBI; ranks 5th in MLB in home runs
- Ketel Marte – 4 HR, 9 RBI in last 10 games
Starting Pitcher:
- Ryne Nelson (2-2, 4.60 ERA, 38 K) – Making his fifth start of the season
Injury Report:
- Out: Cristian Mena (shoulder), Justin Martinez (elbow), Corbin Burnes (elbow), Jordan Montgomery (elbow), Kendall Graveman (hip)
San Diego Padres: Seeking Road Success
The Padres have been competitive but inconsistent, holding a 17-17 road record. Their offense has been powered by Fernando Tatis Jr., who leads the team with 13 home runs, and Manny Machado, who has 39 RBIs and a .320 batting average.
Key Players to Watch:
- Fernando Tatis Jr. – 13 HR, 28 RBI; Padres’ biggest offensive threat
- Manny Machado – .320 AVG, 3 HR in last 10 games
- Luis Arraez – .278 AVG, 15 doubles, 3 triples
Starting Pitcher:
- Stephen Kolek (3-1, 3.00 ERA, 29 K) – Making his eighth start of the season
Injury Report:
- Out: Yu Darvish (elbow), Joe Musgrove (elbow), Michael King (shoulder), Jason Heyward (oblique)
Head-to-Head: Diamondbacks vs. Padres
- Season Series: First meeting of 2025
- Last Meeting: Padres won 7-6 (September 2024)
- At Chase Field: Diamondbacks are 18-17 at home
Tactical Breakdown & Prediction
Arizona will look to capitalize on their home-field advantage, relying on Carroll and Marte to drive in runs. San Diego, meanwhile, must get a strong outing from Kolek and limit defensive mistakes.
Game Odds
San Diego Padres 9.5
Arizona Diamondbacks – 137
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 12, 2025
