The Chicago Cubs, led by Seiya Suzuki, will face off against Fernando Tatis Jr. and the San Diego Padres in the final game of their three-game series at PETCO Park on Wednesday, April 16, at 4:10 p.m. ET. With both teams showcasing strong performances this season, fans can expect an exciting matchup. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch, key stats, and player insights.
How to Watch Cubs vs. Padres?
- When: Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 4:10 p.m. ET
- Where: PETCO Park in San Diego, California
- TV Channels: SDPA, MARQ
- Box Score Updates: Available on Fox Sports
Game Prediction and Betting Insights
- Score Prediction: Padres 4, Cubs 3
- Total Runs Prediction: Under 8.5 runs
- Win Probabilities: Cubs 54%, Padres 46%
The Cubs enter this game as slight underdogs (+105) against the Padres (-124). Recent head-to-head matchups show a competitive rivalry, with the Cubs winning four of the last six games. However, the Padres have been dominant at home, making this a must-watch contest.
Head-to-Head Matchups
Here’s a quick look at the last five meetings between these two teams:
| Date | Favorite | Spread | Total | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2025 | Cubs | -1.5 | 8.5 | 2-1 CHC |
| 4/14/2025 | Padres | -1.5 | 7 | 10-4 SD |
| 4/6/2025 | Cubs | -1.5 | 7.5 | 8-7 SD |
| 4/5/2025 | Cubs | -1.5 | 6.5 | 7-1 CHC |
| 4/4/2025 | Cubs | -1.5 | 7 | 3-1 CHC |
Cubs Player Insights
Kyle Tucker
- Leads the team with five home runs and 18 RBIs .
- Ranks 11th in homers and 4th in RBIs league-wide.
Carson Kelly
- Batting .417 with 4 home runs, a double, a triple, and 11 walks .
Michael Busch
- Hitting .302 with 4 home runs, 5 doubles, and 5 walks .
- On a 4-game hitting streak, including 3 home runs in his last five games.
Nico Hoerner
- Pacing the team with a .328 batting average .
- Riding a 4-game hitting streak into this matchup.
Padres Player Insights
Fernando Tatis Jr.
- Leading the Padres with a .354 batting average , 6 home runs, and 12 RBIs .
- Ranks 2nd in homers and 20th in RBIs across MLB.
- Has recorded a hit in 5 straight games , including 4 home runs in his last five outings.
Manny Machado
- Batting .313 with 2 home runs, 7 doubles, and 8 walks.
Luis Arraez
- Hitting .280 with 2 home runs and 3 doubles.
Xander Bogaerts
- Contributing with a .270 batting average, 5 doubles, and 9 walks.
Recent Performances
Chicago Cubs (Last 10 Games)
- Record: 6-4
- Runs Per Game: 5.9
- ERA: 3.54
- Key Win: Dominated the Dodgers 16-0 on April 12.
San Diego Padres (Last 10 Games)
- Record: 7-3
- Runs Per Game: 4.7
- ERA: 3.34
- Key Streak: Won three straight games against the Rockies, outscoring them 16-0.
Upcoming Schedule Preview
Chicago Cubs
- April 18-20: vs. Diamondbacks
- April 22-23: vs. Dodgers
San Diego Padres
- April 18-20: @ Astros
- April 21-22: @ Tigers
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