San Diego Padres vs. Los Angeles Angels: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 3, 2024

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Jun 3, 2024 6:12 AM
The San Diego Padres, holding a respectable 32-30 record, hit the road to face the struggling Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium on Monday, June 3, 2024. The Angels, sitting at a dismal 21-38 overall and 7-21 at home, will look to turn their season around against a Padres team that has flourished on the road with a 19-11 record. Expect an exciting matchup as these two teams clash at 9:38 PM.
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San Diego Padres
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Padres vs Angels starting pitchers

  • Tyler Anderson for Los Angeles Angels
  • Matt Waldron for San Diego Padres

Padres vs Angels statistics

Stat Padres Angels
Hits 547 (1st) 477 (Tied-16th)
Batting Average .260 (1st) .238 (15th)
Runs Batted In 266 (8th) 226 (Tied-20th)
Runs 276 (8th) 243 (19th)
Home Runs 58 (Tied-17th) 68 (Tied-6th)
Walks 189 (Tied-12th) 165 (26th)
Stolen Bases 47 (10th) 49 (8th)
Strikeouts 435 (27th) 515 (11th)
Pitches 8915 (7th) 8697 (14th)

Los Angeles Angels recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/2/24 @ Seattle Mariners L 5-1
6/1/24 @ Seattle Mariners L 9-0
5/31/24 @ Seattle Mariners L 5-4
5/30/24 vs New York Yankees L 8-3
5/29/24 vs New York Yankees L 2-1

San Diego Padres recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/2/24 @ Kansas City Royals L 4-3
6/1/24 @ Kansas City Royals W 7-3
5/31/24 @ Kansas City Royals W 11-8
5/29/24 vs Miami Marlins L 9-1
5/28/24 vs Miami Marlins W 4-0

Padres vs Angels predictions

As the San Diego Padres prepare to take on the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium, eyes will certainly be on a few key players. Fernando Tatis Jr., known for his explosive power, is projected to bring his A-game with predictions hinting towards a home run potential that could turn the game on its head. On the mound, Matt Waldron will need to harness his control, minimizing those walks to keep the Padres competitive in this outing. With his ERA hovering around 4.26, Waldron's ability to pitch effectively deep into the game could be the linchpin for San Diego's success.

On the flip side, the Los Angeles Angels have their own set of players ready to make an impact. Tyler Anderson, with a solid ERA of 2.47, will start as pitcher, aiming to maintain his commendable WHIP of 1.13. At the plate, Taylor Ward is another Angels player to watch. His team-leading batting average and home run count suggest he's in a good position to drive in crucial runs, maintaining his rhythm at the batter’s box.

Considering the current form and stats, the San Diego Padres, surprisingly, could have the edge in this matchup. With their stronger road record and the Angels' struggles at home, Padres' robust batting lineup and slightly more consistent pitching might just tip the scales in their favor. As both teams hustle on the field, it would be no surprise if the game sways towards San Diego, powered by key performances from their leading players.

Los Angeles Angels injuries

  • D'Shawn Knowles (OF): Day-To-Day
  • Alberto Rios (LF): Day-To-Day
  • Evan White (1B): Day-To-Day
  • Nolan Schanuel (1B): Day-To-Day
  • Sadrac Franco (RP): Day-To-Day

San Diego Padres injuries

  • Justin Lopez (SS): Day-To-Day
  • Glenn Otto (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Tucupita Marcano (SS): 10-Day-IL
  • Drew Carlton (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Yu Darvish (SP): 15-Day-IL

Padres vs Angels game info

Venue Angel Stadium
Location Anaheim, California
First pitch Mon 9:38 PM
Temperature 60°
Chance of Rain 0%

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