The San Francisco Giants and San Diego Padres are set to face off on April 29, 2025, at Petco Park in San Diego, California. This game marks the first of a two-game series between these NL West rivals, with both teams looking to assert dominance in the division.
Team Overview
San Francisco Giants
The Giants enter this matchup with an impressive 19-10 record, sitting atop the NL West standings. They have been in excellent form, winning seven of their last ten games. Logan Webb is expected to start for San Francisco. Webb has been dominant this season, holding a 3-1 record with a stellar 1.98 ERA across 36 1/3 innings pitched. He has struck out 44 batters while limiting opponents to a .227 batting average. Webb is coming off a strong outing against the Milwaukee Brewers, where he pitched 6 1/3 scoreless innings, allowing six hits and striking out seven.
Offensively, the Giants are led by Wilmer Flores, who has been a key contributor with seven home runs and 28 RBIs this season. Jung Hoo Lee has also been in excellent form, boasting a .324 batting average and providing consistency at the plate. The Giants rank 15th in MLB with 28 home runs and have shown the ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, ranking 21st in slugging percentage (.377).
San Diego Padres
The Padres, with a 17-11 record, are looking to bounce back from a four-game losing streak. Nick Pivetta is expected to start for San Diego. Pivetta has been outstanding this season, holding a 4-1 record with a remarkable 1.20 ERA across 30 innings pitched. He has struck out 38 batters while walking only six, showcasing excellent control. Pivetta’s ability to neutralize San Francisco’s lineup will be crucial for the Padres.
Offensively, the Padres are led by Fernando Tatis Jr., who has been their most consistent hitter with a .346 batting average, eight home runs, and 18 RBIs. Luis Arraez, who is hitting .287 with three home runs and seven RBIs, could also return to the lineup after recovering from a recent injury. The Padres rank 11th in MLB with a .255 team batting average and 16th in slugging percentage (.386), highlighting their balanced offensive approach.
Key Matchups
- Logan Webb vs. Nick Pivetta: Both starting pitchers have been in exceptional form, and their duel on the mound will set the tone for the game.
- Wilmer Flores vs. Padres’ Pitching: Flores’ power and ability to drive in runs make him a constant threat.
- Fernando Tatis Jr. vs. Giants’ Defense: Tatis’ speed and offensive versatility could be a game-changer for San Diego.
Game Dynamics
The Giants are slight favorites heading into this game, with their strong recent form and Webb’s dominance on the mound giving them an edge. However, the Padres’ home-field advantage and Pivetta’s reliability make this a highly competitive matchup.
Game Odds
San Francisco Giants – 125
San Diego Padres 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, April 28, 2025
