Padres vs Athletics Picks and Prediction – 4/9/2025

The San Diego Padres (8-2) are set to face the Sacramento Athletics (4-6) at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The first pitch is scheduled for 10:05 PM ET. ​Get in on all the action with our free MLB picks.

The Padres have started the season strong, boasting an 8-2 record. Their offense has been effective, averaging 4.6 runs per game with a team batting average of .285 and an on-base percentage of .358. San Diego's pitching staff has also performed well, recording a team ERA of 2.76 and a WHIP of 1.14. Right-hander Dylan Cease is the probable starter for the Padres. Cease holds a 1-0 record with a 3.38 ERA and 1.03 WHIP this season. In his previous start, he pitched 6.1 innings, allowing one run on four hits with seven strikeouts against the Cleveland Guardians. ​

The Athletics have had a challenging start to the season, currently holding a 4-6 record. Their offense has struggled, particularly in recent games, and the team is looking to rebound from a 12-5 loss to the Colorado Rockies on April 6. Left-hander Jeffrey Springs is expected to start for Sacramento. Springs has a 1-1 record with a 4.00 ERA this season. The Athletics will try to get some runs to support their pitchers, which they have failed to do much so far this year.

This matchup features a Padres team looking to continue their strong start against an Athletics squad aiming to overcome early-season challenges. Things do not look optimistic for the A's, and we will be fading them for much of this season. Take the Padres to win this one by a score of 7-3.