MLB
TOP PICK
2026-04-17 · Evening Edition
WIN
[MLB] San Diego Padres at Los Angeles Angels
Los Angeles Angels (moneyline)
1.5u
lead play
ANALYSIS
We are backing the Angels primarily due to the elite form of José Soriano, who leads MLB with a 0.33 ERA and a 0.67 WHIP through four dominant starts. While the Padres are on an eight-game winning streak, they are starting Matt Waldron in his 2026 season debut following his activation from the 15-day IL today, giving Los Angeles a massive edge in starting pitching reliability and recent performance.
OUTCOME
Los Angeles Angels 8 - San Diego Padres 0
Graded from ESPN final score