San Diego Padres News & Updates
The San Diego Padres were 71-61, 2nd in the NL West. Yesterday, the San Diego Padres lost a close one to the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-3 at Petco Park.
Comfortable territory. Pitching at 2.7 RA/G. That's keeping the score warm. Plus, outpacing opponents by 12 runs this stretch.
Padres Game on August 25
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Petco Park |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Michael King (8-9, 3.38 ERA) vs Paul Skenes (9-11, 3.95 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Padres.TV Presented by UC San Diego Health |
Padres Score & Recap
Yesterday, the San Diego Padres lost a close one to the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-3 at Petco Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 |
Padres Record & Standings
NL West
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Dodgers
|
|
80 | 51 | .611 | W6 | |
|
Padres
|
|
71 | 61 | .538 | 9.5 | L1 |
|
D-backs
|
|
69 | 63 | .523 | 11.5 | L1 |
|
Giants
|
|
53 | 78 | .405 | 27.0 | W1 |
|
Rockies
|
|
50 | 81 | .382 | 30.0 | L7 |
San Diego Padres are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +12 run differential.
Padres Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | .215 | .711 | 72 | |
| 17 | .287 | .807 | 67 | |
| 21 | .238 | .700 | 66 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-1 | 0.81 | 0.81 | 55.1 | |
| 3-2 | 2.02 | 1.05 | 58.0 | |
| 9-2 | 2.66 | 1.06 | 71.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .231 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Padres News
The San Diego Padres are riding high after a decisive 8-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins, solidifying their strong 5-2 record over the last week with a stunning run differential of +18. As the team gears up for a series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, the excitement isn't just on the field, new owners José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones are making headlines with ambitious plans that signal a fresh chapter for the franchise. They promise to invest in the team while maintaining a patient approach, setting the stage for potential World Series aspirations. Meanwhile, the Padres are showcasing accountability and resilience among veterans, a stark contrast to the uncertainty surrounding the Diamondbacks and their star Ketel Marte. With the combination of a hot roster and a reinvigorated ownership, the Padres are poised for a thrilling stretch run.
Padres Upcoming Schedule
The San Diego Padres visit the Tampa Bay Rays for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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