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Padres Heat Up: 8-Game Win Streak vs. Angels
18 Apr
Summary
- Padres enter with an eight-game winning streak.
- Angels starter Jose Soriano boasts an MLB-best record.
- Matt Waldron returns for the Padres after an IL stint.
The San Diego Padres are on an eight-game winning streak, sweeping the Colorado Rockies and Seattle Mariners. They now travel to Los Angeles to face the Angels. The Padres hold a strong position, second in the NL West.
The Los Angeles Angels recently split a series with the New York Yankees and are currently close to the lead in the AL West. Their starting pitcher for the upcoming game is Jose Soriano, who has an outstanding 0.33 ERA and a 4-0 record this season.
Facing Soriano will be Matt Waldron, activated from the injured list for his first start of 2026. Waldron had a 4.91 ERA in 26 starts last season. The Padres' offense has been strong, batting .267 over their last ten games, while the Angels boast power from players like Mike Trout and Jorge Soler.
