The 6-4 Padres have not impressed as was expected in the second half, but are at least still in the mix for a wild card spot. A sweep of the Giants would help their cause. The Giants, who have lost 6 straight, are for all intents and purposes out of the running. They aren't hitting, sitting 27th in the league lately and give up far too many runs to be competitive. They are just 6-17 against winning teams in the second half. Today's starter, lefty Logan Webb has struggled in a big way, with an ERA of 7.00 in his last 7 starts, while giving up 15 runs in his last two appearances. The Padres have been feasting on left handed pitching, for the season and especially lately. It could be another ugly start for Webb.

The Padres starter, Joe Musgrove has 2 straight months with an ERA over 4.00. Unhittable early in the season, he has had a couple of good outings this month, and has pitched well against the Giants in the past. Musgrove can pitch for length, which is a good thing as the Padres' pen has had it's low moments lately.

The Padres, averaging .282/.801 in recent offense, need this game, and with a demoralized Giants team hitting and pitching poorly, the opportunity will be there. Take the Padres, a very good road team, to go on to win three straight.