Nationals vs. Padres: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Nationals vs. Padres MLB game on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Nationals
Jackson Kent 1-3, 5.55 ERA
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9
Petco Park
Padres
Walker Buehler 8-6, 4.56 ERA
Petco Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Nationals
0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 4 1
Padres
0 0 3 2 2 0 1 1 X 9 16 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Nationals
    0%
  • Padres
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Keibert Ruiz grounds out to first base, Ty France to Griffin Canning.
Quick Box Score
Nationals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wood DH3010011.3330.833
2 D. Crews RF3011011.3330.833
3 A. Chaparro 1B4000002.0000.000
4 C. Abrams SS4000003.0000.000
5 J. Tena 2B1000001.0000.000
6 D. Lile LF4000000.0000.000
7 K. Ruiz C4111100.2501.250
8 B. House 3B1000000.0000.000
9 J. Young CF3010000.3330.666
Padres Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 F. Tatis 2B5131000.6001.200
2 X. Bogaerts SS4110010.2500.650
3 M. Machado 3B4100012.0000.200
4 T. France 1B5231001.6001.400
5 J. Merrill CF5246200.8003.200
6 L. Campusano C4010010.2500.650
7 E. Salas DH2000001.0000.000
8 S. Taylor LF4120001.5001.250
9 J. Bowen RF3000002.0000.000

Nationals vs. Padres: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Wednesday

  • Teams: Washington Nationals vs. San Diego Padres
  • Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
  • Time: 4:10PM ET
  • Venue: Petco Park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Nationals (+1.5, -125), Padres (-1.5, +125)
  • Moneyline: Nationals +174, Padres -177
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (-108/+108)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Nationals: 38.0%
  • Padres: 62.0%

Dimers' predictive MLB model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Nationals a win probability of 38.0%, while the Padres have a win probability of 62.0%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Padres are more likely to beat the Nationals in the MLB game at Petco Park on Wednesday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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