The San Diego Padres and Los Angeles Dodgers face off in the second game of their three-game series at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. The Dodgers secured an 8-6 victory in Game 1, powered by home runs from Will Smith and Andy Pages, while the Padres look to bounce back and even the series.
Game Details
- Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
- Time: 10:10 PM ET / 7:10 PM PT
- Venue: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
- TV Broadcast: ESPN, Bally Sports San Diego, SportsNet LA
Team Overview & Recent Form
San Diego Padres (39-33, 18-21 Away)
The Padres suffered a tough loss in Game 1, despite a three-run seventh inning led by Trenton Brooks and Jose Iglesias. San Diego has been inconsistent, winning four of its last 10 games, but remains in third place in the NL West.
Key Players to Watch
- Fernando Tatis Jr. – Leads the Padres with 13 home runs and 45 RBI.
- Luis Arraez – Batting .312, with 10 doubles and 5 home runs.
- Randy Vásquez (SP) – 3-4 record, 4.87 ERA, coming off a 4.2-inning, one-run outing vs. the Dodgers.
Los Angeles Dodgers (45-29, 26-12 Home)
The Dodgers secured a statement win in Game 1, thanks to Smith’s two-run homer in the sixth inning and Pages’ solo shot in the fourth. Los Angeles has won six of its last 10 games, maintaining its first-place position in the NL West.
Key Players to Watch
- Shohei Ohtani – Batting .300, with 25 home runs and 43 RBI.
- Freddie Freeman – Slashing .335/.412/.540, with 9 home runs and 21 doubles.
- Matt Sauer (SP) – 6.48 ERA, making his first start of the season.
Tactical Analysis & Key Matchups
- Padres’ Offense vs. Dodgers’ Pitching – San Diego ranks top 10 in runs scored, while Los Angeles’ rotation has been dominant.
- Home Run Battle – The Dodgers have hit 112 home runs, ranking first in MLB, while the Padres have 85, ranking 10th.
- Starting Pitcher Duel – Vásquez’s control vs. Sauer’s rookie inexperience.
Los Angeles’ home-field advantage and power-hitting lineup give them the edge, but San Diego’s strong pitching staff could make this a competitive game. Expect a high-scoring battle, with the Dodgers likely securing a second straight win.
Game Odds
San Diego Padres 9.5
Los Angeles Dodgers – 206
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, June 17, 2025
