Set for a thrilling showdown on July 28, 2024, the San Diego Padres will go head-to-head with the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with the first pitch at 1:35 PM under clear skies. Leading the charge on the mound for the Padres is Randy Vásquez, who sports an ERA of 4.174, while Albert Suárez, with a solid ERA of 3.484, will take the mound for the Orioles.

Currently, the Padres are positioned fifth in the NL West Division, holding a record of 57 wins to 50 losses. They’ve shown exceptional recent form with 8 victories in their last 10 games and are riding a seven-game winning streak. Comparatively, the Orioles are second in the AL East Division, boasting a record of 61 wins to 43 losses but have stumbled lately with 4 wins in their last 10 matches and are currently on a two-game losing streak.

In betting terms, this game presents intriguing possibilities. The Orioles, stronger in recent divisional play, are favorites with a money line of -158 against the Padres’ +132. With a point spread of -1.5 and an over/under of 9.5, bettors will be watching closely to see if the Orioles can cover the spread, or if the Padres can continue their recent upswing, potentially making for a high-scoring affair.