Braves and Padres Kick Off Three-Game Set on the West Coast
The San Diego Padres welcome the Atlanta Braves to Petco Park on Monday, June 22, opening a three-game series with a late-night start. First pitch is scheduled for 10:10 p.m. ET, making this an ideal nightcap for fans staying up to watch a clash between two division leaders.
The Padres enter the matchup at 39-37, holding second place in the National League West. The Braves, meanwhile, sit atop the NL East with a strong 48-28 record, bringing some of the league’s hottest bats into the contest.
How to Watch Braves vs. Padres
Whether you’re tuning in from home or planning to be in the stands, here’s what you need to know for the June 22 series opener:
- Date: Monday, June 22
- First pitch: 10:10 p.m. ET
- Venue: Petco Park, San Diego
- Tickets: Available through StubHub for fans attending in person
Streaming and broadcast access is typically handled through regional sports networks and MLB’s official streaming platforms, so check your local listings for availability in your area.
Probable Starting Pitchers
The mound matchup features two right-handers looking to anchor their respective rotations:
- San Diego Padres: Michael King (4-6, 3.60 ERA)
- Atlanta Braves: Grant Holmes (4-3, 4.33 ERA)
Players to Watch
San Diego Padres
Fernando Tatis Jr. brings a .285 average, .349 on-base percentage and .358 slugging mark, with a .706 OPS across 325 plate appearances. He’s struck out at a 20.3% clip while walking 8.9% of the time. Tatis has launched two home runs, knocked in 26 runs and crossed the plate 32 times. He’s also been aggressive on the basepaths, swiping 18 bags in 26 tries.
Manny Machado is hitting .179/.259/.366 with a .625 OPS over 310 plate appearances. Despite the lower average, he’s contributed 13 home runs, 41 RBIs and 35 runs scored.
Atlanta Braves
Matt Olson has been a force in the lineup, slashing .271/.343/.539 with 20 home runs (6th in MLB), 51 RBIs (14th in MLB) and an .882 OPS (18th in MLB). Over 332 plate appearances, he’s posted a 22.6% strikeout rate, a 9.9% walk rate and 53 runs scored.
Ozzie Albies is batting .284/.334/.452 across 326 plate appearances, with 12 home runs, 41 RBIs and 51 runs scored (14th in MLB). His disciplined approach shows in an 11.7% strikeout rate and a 6.7% walk rate.
Injury Report
Padres on the Injured List
- Luis Campusano – 10-Day IL (Toe)
- Jeremiah Estrada – 15-Day IL (Knee)
- German Marquez – 15-Day IL (Forearm)
- Matt Waldron – 15-Day IL (Arm)
- Joe Musgrove – 60-Day IL (Elbow)
- Bryan Hoeing – 60-Day IL (Elbow)
- Ramon Laureano – 60-Day IL (Hip)
- Nick Pivetta – 60-Day IL (Elbow)
- Freddy Fermin – 7-Day IL (Concussion)
- Jake Cronenworth – 7-Day IL (Concussion)
Braves on the Injured List
- Ronald Acuna Jr. – 10-Day IL (Hamstring)
- Kyle Farmer – 10-Day IL (Forearm)
- Tyler Kinley – 15-Day IL (Elbow)
- Sean Murphy – 60-Day IL (Finger)
- Spencer Strider – 60-Day IL (Elbow)
- Spencer Schwellenbach – 60-Day IL (Elbow)
- Hurston Waldrep – 60-Day IL (Elbow)
- Danny Young – 60-Day IL (Elbow)
- AJ Smith-Shawver – 60-Day IL (Elbow)
- Joey Wentz – 60-Day IL (Knee)
- Joe Jimenez – 60-Day IL (Knee)
- Mike Yastrzemski – Day-to-day (Undisclosed)
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Braves vs. Padres game start?
First pitch is set for 10:10 p.m. ET on Monday, June 22, at Petco Park in San Diego.
Who are the starting pitchers?
Michael King (4-6, 3.60 ERA) is expected to start for the Padres, while Grant Holmes (4-3, 4.33 ERA) takes the mound for the Braves.
How can I watch the game?
The game is available through regional sports networks and MLB streaming platforms. Check your local listings for the broadcast option in your region.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets for in-person attendance are available through StubHub.
Final Thoughts
This opener pits the NL East-leading Braves against a Padres squad fighting to keep pace in a competitive NL West. With Atlanta’s power-packed lineup featuring Matt Olson and Ozzie Albies up against San Diego’s Fernando Tatis Jr. and a solid pitching duel between Michael King and Grant Holmes, fans can expect an entertaining late-night battle. Despite lengthy injury lists on both sides, this matchup carries serious playoff-positioning stakes as the season heads toward its midpoint.