Introduction to the Game
It’s Monday, June 9, and the Dodgers (39-27) are set to face off against the Padres (37-27) in San Diego. This matchup is a rematch of last season’s National League Division Series (NLDS), where the Dodgers eliminated the Padres. The Dodgers currently lead the National League, but their recent performance has been mediocre, with a .500 record in their last 10 games. Meanwhile, the Padres have gone 6-4 in their last 10 games, pulling them within one game of the Dodgers.
Game Details and How to Watch
The game will take place at Petco Park in San Diego, California, with a start time of 9:40 PM EST. Fans can catch the action on Padres.TV or SportsNet LA. To stay up-to-date with the latest team stats and player news, be sure to check out the day-by-day MLB schedule page and detailed matchup pages that update live in-game with every out.
Odds for the Game
As of Monday, the latest odds are:
- Moneyline: Dodgers (-119), Padres (-101)
- Spread: Dodgers -1.5
- Total: 8.0 runs
Probable Starting Pitchers
The pitching matchup for June 9, 2025, features Dustin May for the Dodgers and Nick Pivetta for the Padres.
- Dodgers: Dustin May (3-4, 4.09 ERA) – Last outing (New York Mets, 6/2): 6.0 innings pitched, 2 earned runs allowed, 1 hit allowed, 2 walks, and 5 strikeouts.
- Padres: Nick Pivetta (6-2, 3.16 ERA) – Last outing (San Francisco Giants, 6/4): 6.0 innings pitched, 5 earned runs allowed, 1 hit allowed, 1 walk, and 5 strikeouts.
Top Betting Trends and Insights
Some key trends to note ahead of the game include:
- The Padres have won 5 straight divisional matchups at home.
- The Under is 4-1 in the Dodgers’ last 5 matchups against divisional opponents.
- The Padres have covered in 4 of their last 5 games for a profit of 1.32 units.
- Freddie Freeman’s bat has gone cold, with a 1-16 (.063) record over the last 5 games.
- Max Muncy was 4-10 (.400) in the series over the weekend against St. Louis.
Expert Picks and Predictions
Our model calculates projections around each moneyline, spread, and over/under bet for every game on the MLB calendar based on data points like past performance, player matchups, ballpark information, and weather forecasts. For Monday’s game between the Dodgers and the Padres, the best bets our model is projecting are:
- Moneyline: A play on the San Diego Padres on the Moneyline.
- Spread: A play ATS on the San Diego Padres at +1.5.
- Total: A play on the over on the Game Total of 8.0.
Conclusion
The matchup between the Dodgers and the Padres promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to gain an edge in the National League West. With the latest odds, trends, and expert picks in mind, fans can make informed decisions about their bets. Remember to always bet responsibly and stay up-to-date with the latest MLB news and analysis. Follow expert analysts on social media to keep up with all the latest content and predictions for the 2025 MLB season.
