San Diego Padres Seek Series Win Against Struggling Cincinnati Reds
Sep 9, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado (13) steals second base ahead of the tag of Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
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The San Diego Padres host the Cincinnati Reds for a three-game series at Petco Park, looking to end a four-series losing streak. The Padres are currently 33-31, while the Reds are 31-33, both teams struggling recently.
- 01The Padres have lost four consecutive series and 11 of their last 13 games, currently sitting 33-31.
- 02Cincinnati Reds are also struggling, with a 2-8 record over their last 10 games and four consecutive losses.
- 03Walker Buehler will start for the Padres on June 8, aiming to improve his 4.53 ERA.
- 04Lucas Giolito, with a 4.86 ERA, will pitch for the Padres on June 9, while Chase Burns boasts a strong 2.05 ERA for the Reds.
- 05Michael King will take the mound for the Padres in the series finale on June 10, facing Brady Singer, who has a 5.89 ERA.
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The San Diego Padres are set to host the Cincinnati Reds for a three-game series at Petco Park, beginning June 8. The Padres, with a record of 33-31, are in urgent need of a series victory after losing four consecutive series and 11 of their last 13 games. They currently trail the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers by eight games and are half a game behind the Arizona Diamondbacks for the second spot in the National League West and the final wild-card position. Meanwhile, the Reds, at 31-33, are also struggling, having lost four straight games and recently being swept by the St. Louis Cardinals. The series opener features Padres pitcher Walker Buehler, who has a 4.53 ERA, against Reds pitcher Andrew Abbott, who has a 4.06 ERA. The subsequent games will see Lucas Giolito and Michael King pitching for the Padres, while Chase Burns and Brady Singer will take the mound for the Reds. All games will be broadcast on Padres.TV and the MLB app.
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The Padres need to win this series to improve their standings and fan morale.
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