Pick details
| MATCHUP | Los Angeles Dodgers | San Diego Padres |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 52-29 | 42-37 |
| Spread | -1.5 113 | +1.5 -136 |
| Moneyline | -157 | +130 |
| Total | Over 7.5 (-111) | Under 7.5 (-108) |
| Where | Petco Park, San Diego, California | |
| When | Friday, June 26, 2026 | |
| Time | 09:45 PM EDT | |
| TV | Apple TV | |
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Friday’s contest with a 52–29 overall record (1st in the National League West) and a 26–15 mark on the road. The Dodgers offense has been outstanding this season. Through 81 games played in 2026, Los Angeles has compiled 423 runs scored (2nd in MLB), 137 doubles, 109 home runs and a .262 team batting average which ranks first in Major League Baseball.The Dodgers arrive at tomorrow’s game in good form. Los Angeles has won three of the team’s last four games played this season, including a dominant 12–3 victory over the Minnesota Twins two days ago.
Los Angeles will turn to right hander Roki Sasaki in this contest. In thirteen starts made this season, Sasaki has compiled a 3–4 win‑loss record, a 4.76 ERA, a 1.29 WHIP and 70 strikeouts, while allowing 63 hits and 25 walks in 68 innings pitched.
The Los Angeles Dodgers lineup features outfielder Andy Pages and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani. Pages enters this contest with a .266 batting average, 15 home runs, 58 RBIs (2nd in MLB) and a .792 OPS. Shohei Ohtani has tallied a .295 batting average (13th in MLB, 17 home runs, 6 stolen bases, 46 RBIs and a .963 OPS which ranks fourth in Major League Baseball.
San Diego Padres Betting Preview
The San Diego Padres enter Friday night’s matchup with a 42–37 overall record (2nd in the National League West) and a 20–18 mark at home. San Diego has played competitive baseball recently, winning three consecutive games, including a 1–0 shutout victory over the Atlanta Braves earlier this week.San Diego will start right hander Walker Buehler in Friday’s game. In fifteen starts made this season, Buehler has compiled a 4–3 record, a 3.96 ERA, a 1.32 WHIP and 65 strikeouts, while allowing 73 hits and 23 walks in 72.2 innings pitched. Walker Buehler has pitched at a high level recently, allowing one or fewer earned runs in four straight starts. Buehler will look to build on his recent strong performances on the mound in tomorrow’s matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The San Diego Padres lineup features outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. and third baseman Manny Machado. Fernando Tatis Jr. has compiled a .283 batting average, 3 home runs, 30 walks, 28 RBIs, 19 stolen bases and a .693 OPS. Manny Machado has tallied 14 home runs, 34 walks, 43 RBIs and a .645 OPS.
Why the Los Angeles Dodgers will win.
• Starting pitching. Rosi Sasaki has compiled a 3–4 win‑loss record, a 4.76 ERA, a 1.29 WHIP and 70 strikeouts in 68 innings pitched.• Offensive production. Andy Pages and Shohei Ohtani continue to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup.
• Recent momentum. Los Angeles has won three of the team’s last four games.
Why the San Diego Padres will win.
• Home field advantage. The Padres have played competitive baseball at Petco Park, posting a 20-18 record.• Starting pitching edge. Walker Buehler has compiled a 4–3 record, a 3.96 ERA, a 1.32 WHIP and 65 strikeouts in 72.2 innings pitched.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres Prediction
In my view, this matchup favors the San Diego Padres staying within the number (1.5). Why? San Diego starting pitcher Walker Burhler has pitched exceptionally well, allowing one or fewer earned runs in four consecutive starts made in 2026. Conversely, Los Angeles hurler Rosi Sasaki has struggled recently, allowing seven earned runs in the Chicago White Sox’s 8-2 win over the Dodgers earlier this month. With that said, I am backing the San Diego Padres plus the 1.5 runs in this game.Hans Geevers's Pick: San Diego Padres +1.5
