This Friday night, the San Francisco Giants campaign moves to San Diego for a game against the Padres at Petco Park, in what is bound to be an intriguing encounter considering the difference in the teams’ seasons. The Giants are below .500 while the Padres sit well in the playoff race. This game is a very significant turning point for both teams as the regular season is almost nearing its end. Both teams will meet this evening at 9:40 PM ET in what is likely to be a highly anticipated match with coverage on ATV+, Fubo and, MLB.TV. Let’s dig deeper into what sports handicappers review today has for these teams.
Giants vs. Padres 9/6/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Friday, September 6, 2024, at 9:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Petco Park |
| Watch: | ATV+, Fubo, MLB.TV |
| Giants odds: | -116 Moneyline |
| Padres odds: | -114 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 8 |
Giants (69-72) vs. Padres (80-62)
The Giants, who still have trouble presenting the same uniformity, are in and out with some flashes. Their record is dotted with many close matches, but they cannot avoid opportunities lost. They held on for a narrow win over Arizona 3-2, but it was more like a flash in the pan to a set of losses, one of which included a defeat 4-6 the previous day to the same team. Their performance against Miami was similarly disheartening, with losses by scores of 5-7 and 3-4, respectively.
| San Francisco Giants Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 5, 2025 | ARI | 3-2 | Win |
| Sep 4, 2025 | ARI | 4-6 | Lose |
| Sep 3, 2025 | ARI | 7-8 | Lose |
| Sep 1, 2025 | MIA | 5-7 | Lose |
| Aug 31, 2024 | MIA | 3-4 | Lose |
On the contrary, it is the Padres who have shown a stronger form especially when playing at home at Petco Park. Recently they suffered a close loss to Detroit 3-4 but previous to this match had won 6-5 against Detroit and before that, won 3-0. Their resilience at home was further demonstrated in a close 4-3 win against Tampa Bay, although they faced a tough 4-11 defeat at the end of August.
| San Diego Padres Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 5, 2025 | DET | 3-4 | Lose |
| Sep 4, 2025 | DET | 6-5 | Win |
| Sep 2, 2025 | DET | 3-0 | Win |
| Sep 1, 2025 | TB | 4-3 | Win |
| Aug 31, 2024 | TB | 4-11 | Lose |
Mason Black (0-2, 7.45 ERA) vs. Michael King (11-8, 3.17 ERA)
Mason Black’s tenure with the Giants has been nothing short of a great disappointment as he has settled with a 7.45 ERA and recorded a 0-2 win-loss tally that gives a picture of his poor outings on the field. This season, Black has pitched a total of 19.1 innings and has given up 25 hits and 5 home runs which could prove costly against the Padres who have been on a hitting frenzy at home. Judging by the WHIP, King at 1.66, is guilty of giving up a lot of runners on the base which is a dangerous thing with a good-hitting team of the Padres.
On the other hand, Michael King has been one of the best pitchers for the Padres having won 11 and lost 8 in 150.2 innings with a 3.17 ERA. He has pitched a total of 177 striking batters while boasting a 1.21 WHIP, proving how dominant he is over his opponents. King must make good use of his experience and nerve as he will be on the mound against the San Francisco Giants who can score on a good day.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Padres -1.5 (-105), Total Odds: 8
The betting odds suggest a slight favor towards the Padres, especially given their stronger season record and home game advantage. The total set at 8 runs reflects the expectation of a moderately high-scoring game, likely influenced by recent games where both teams have seen their share of runs.
Giants Betting Trends
The Giants have not fared well in recent outings, with a 1-4 SU record in their last 5 games. However, their performance against the Padres offers a glimmer of hope, holding a 4-2 SU record in their last 6 encounters. Despite their struggles on the road, they have managed to go OVER in 12 of their last 15 road games against San Diego, suggesting that they can hit when needed.
Padres Betting Trends
The Padres’ strong home record (11-4 SU in their last 15 games at home) sets them up as favorites in this matchup. They have consistently performed well against National League opponents and have managed to keep the total UNDER in 8 of their last 12 games against the Giants, indicating their ability to suppress their opponents’ scoring.
Giants vs. Padres 9/6/24 Betting Picks
The Padres are well-positioned to exploit the failure of the Giants’ pitchers, especially considering the form and past records of the team. Looking at Mason Black’s high ERA coupled with the abilities of the Padres’ offense, one would think that the Padres would cover the spread.
It comes as no surprise that the smarter bet would be on the Padres to win the match on the moneyline, especially in light of the fact that they have a good record when playing at home while Michael King’s pitching is reliable. Fans and bettors shouldn’t miss out on expert MLB free picks that see the Padres clinching another home victory as they chase postseason glory.