Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Diego Padres: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 8, 2024

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Jun 8, 2024 6:14 AM
The San Diego Padres, led by their 14-20 home record, are set to face off against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Petco Park on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 8:40 PM. With the series currently tied 1-1, the Padres aim to build on their 3-2 regular season series lead over the Diamondbacks. Expect a thrilling matchup as the Padres look to capitalize on their home-field advantage.
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Diamondbacks vs Padres starting pitchers

  • Matt Waldron for San Diego Padres
  • Ryne Nelson for Arizona Diamondbacks

Diamondbacks vs Padres statistics

Stat Diamondbacks Padres
Hits 524 (10th) 578 (1st)
Batting Average .246 (12th) .259 (1st)
Runs Batted In 278 (9th) 272 (10th)
Runs 293 (8th) 284 (10th)
Home Runs 60 (Tied-19th) 60 (Tied-19th)
Walks 204 (9th) 199 (Tied-13th)
Stolen Bases 34 (Tied-20th) 53 (8th)
Strikeouts 505 (18th) 453 (27th)
Pitches 9312 (Tied-8th) 9461 (3rd)

San Diego Padres recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/7/24 vs Arizona Diamondbacks W 10-3
6/6/24 vs Arizona Diamondbacks L 4-3
6/5/24 @ Los Angeles Angels L 3-2
6/4/24 @ Los Angeles Angels L 4-2
6/3/24 @ Los Angeles Angels L 2-1

Arizona Diamondbacks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/7/24 @ San Diego Padres L 10-3
6/6/24 @ San Diego Padres W 4-3
6/5/24 vs San Francisco Giants L 9-3
6/4/24 vs San Francisco Giants W 8-5
6/3/24 vs San Francisco Giants W 4-2

Diamondbacks vs Padres predictions

As the Arizona Diamondbacks gear up to take on the San Diego Padres at Petco Park, eyes are certainly on some key players who could tilt the scale in Arizona's favor. Ketel Marte, with an impressive batting average and a knack for timely home runs, seems primed to continue his hot streak. Additionally, Corbin Carroll's blend of speed and skill on the bases should make him a central figure in this game, especially if he gets on base frequently, complemented by his potential for racking up strikeouts and posed to make significant impacts both at bat and in the field.

Flipping to the San Jay Padres side, they're not lacking firepower either. Jurickson Profar has been a revelation this season, wielding a stellar batting average and driving in crucial runs. With his ability to change the game both offensively and defensively, he's a player the Diamondbacks will need to carefully strategize against. Then you have Fernando Tatis Jr., whose home run count tells only part of the story of his dynamic ability on the field. Both Profar and Tatis bring depth and explosiveness to the Padres' lineup, making them exciting to watch every time they step up to the plate.

Considering the matchup and current form of key players, this game promises to be tightly contested. However, given the edge in overall hits and strategic placements on base, the San Diego Padres might just have the upper hand at their home ground, Petco Park. Expect them to utilize the home advantage and their dynamic duo, Profar and Tatis, to clinch a win in what could be a fascinating continuation of their regular-season rivalry against the Diamondbacks.

San Diego Padres injuries

  • Manny Machado (3B): Day-To-Day
  • Drew Carlton (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Glenn Otto (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Yu Darvish (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Joe Musgrove (SP): 15-Day-IL

Arizona Diamondbacks injuries

  • Jose Castillo (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Miguel Castro (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Josh Green (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Eduardo Rodriguez (SP): 60-Day-IL
  • Geraldo Perdomo (SS): 10-Day-IL

Diamondbacks vs Padres game info

Venue Petco Park
Location San Diego, California
First pitch Sat 8:40 PM
Temperature 69°
Chance of Rain 20%

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