Orioles vs. Padres: Can San Diego Bounce Back After Rough Road Trip?
Padres Return Home to Face Orioles After Tough Road Trip
The San Diego Padres are back home after a challenging 2-4 road trip and are set to face the Baltimore Orioles in a three-game series. The Padres, currently tied for first in the NL West, are looking to gain ground on the Dodgers and secure a strong position in the wild-card race.
Series Schedule:
- Game 1: Monday, 3:40 p.m. (Padres.TV)
- Game 2: Tuesday, 6:40 p.m. (Padres.TV)
- Game 3: Wednesday, 1:10 p.m. (Padres.TV)
Orioles' Performance
The Baltimore Orioles, with a 61-76 record, are fifth in the AL East. They've struggled this season but have shown some improvement under interim manager Tony Masolino. The Orioles lost two of three games to the Padres last year at Camden Yards.
Key stats for the Orioles include a 25th ranking in run differential (minus-88), 16th in OPS (.712), 26th in rotation ERA (4.81), and 25th in bullpen ERA (4.66). Gunnar Henderson has been a standout player, leading the team with four homers and 18 RBIs in August, with an OPS of .770.
Padres' Key Players
Since the trade deadline, Ramón Laureano has been a significant addition to the Padres, leading the team with seven homers, 23 RBIs, and a .935 OPS. Gavin Sheets has also contributed with a 1.209 OPS in August. Luis Arraez and Manny Machado are looking to improve their performance after struggling in August.
The Padres are aiming to capitalize on their home advantage and improve their standing in the NL West and wild-card race as they face the Baltimore Orioles.