Matchup Overview
- Venue: loanDepot Park, Miami, FL
- Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
- Time: 6:40 PM ET
- Broadcast: SDPA (Padres), FDSFL (Marlins)
- Streaming: FuboTV, MLB.TV (regional restrictions may apply)
Probable Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padres | Stephen Kolek (RHP) | 0-0 | 4.24 | 1.29 | 17.1% K rate |
| Marlins | Edward Cabrera (RHP) | 3-4 | 3.61 | 1.26 | 86 |
- Stephen Kolek makes his first start of the season for San Diego, looking to rebound from a rough outing in his last appearance (6 ER in 5.1 IP).
- Edward Cabrera has been solid for Miami, posting a 3.61 ERA and holding opponents to a .239 batting average. He’s struck out 9.4 batters per nine innings.
Key Players to Watch
San Diego Padres
- Manny Machado: Batting .285 with 18 HR and 60 RBI; ranks top 30 in MLB in both categories.
- Fernando Tatis Jr.: .265 AVG, 16 HR, 55 BB; dynamic threat with power and speed.
- Jackson Merrill: Delivered an RBI single in Monday’s win; emerging as a clutch contributor.
- Xander Bogaerts: .268 AVG, 21 doubles; consistent bat in the middle of the lineup.
Miami Marlins
- Kyle Stowers: Leads team with 22 HR and 60 RBI; homered in Monday’s loss.
- Xavier Edwards: Batting .292 with a six-game hit streak; hitting .333 over his last 10 games.
- Otto Lopez: .251 AVG, 11 HR; riding a five-game hit streak with a .300 average in that span.
- Agustin Ramirez: 14 HR, 21 doubles; adds pop to the bottom half of the order.
Team Stats & Trends
| Category | Padres | Marlins |
|---|---|---|
| Batting Average | .246 (16th in MLB) | .253 (9th) |
| Slugging Percentage | .375 (25th) | .391 (19th) |
| Runs Scored | 402 (25th) | 424 (19th) |
| Home Runs | 86 (27th) | 91 (26th) |
| Team ERA | 3.96 (17th) | 4.57 (Bottom third) |
- San Diego has won 4 of its last 5 road games against teams with losing records.
- Miami has dropped two straight and is 2-2 since the All-Star break.
Final Takeaway
The Padres vs. Marlins matchup on July 22, 2025, promises another tight contest between two teams with postseason aspirations. With Edward Cabrera anchoring Miami’s rotation and Stephen Kolek looking to prove himself, pitching will be key. Expect Manny Machado, Kyle Stowers, and Xavier Edwards to be central figures in the outcome. For fans tracking the NL Wild Card race, this game could be a turning point.
Game Odds
San Diego Padres 8
Miami Marlins – 113
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Monday, July 21, 2025
