The Padres look to solidify their postseason pursuit when they take on the Giants Friday in the opener of a three-game series.
San Diego remains on a torrid pace. Entering Wednesday, the Padres' 29-12 record since the All-Star Break was good for one of the best marks in baseball. It's helped San Diego create separation in the NL Wild Card standings, while even applying pressure on the Dodgers in the NL West race.
One of the keys to the Padres' ascent has been the play of rookie outfielder Jackson Merrill. The 21-year-old is not only producing at the dish — he entered Wednesday with 21 HR, 79 RBI, and an .816 OPS — but he's contributing Gold Glove-caliber defense while flashing a flair for the dramatic, too.
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For the Giants, the wild card remains an outside possibility, but the turnaround has to start now. At the very least, San Francisco will have an opportunity to play spoiler to its NL West rivals, including San Diego.
Matt Chapman remains a bright spot, as the veteran third baseman continues his strong season. Through Tuesday, Chapman had 22 HR and a .778 OPS, adding his typical sterling defense at the hot corner. He isn't going anywhere, either, agreeing this week to a reported six-year, $151 million extension with San Francisco.
Here is everything that you need to know about Giants vs. Padres on 'Friday Night Baseball' on Apple TV+.
What channel is Giants vs. Padres on tonight?
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Apple TV+
Giants vs. Padres will not air on live television, as viewers can instead stream the game on Apple TV+.
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What channel is Giants vs. Padres on tonight?
- Date: Friday, Sept. 6
- Time: 9:40 p.m. ET | 6:40 p.m. PT
Giants vs. Padres is slated to begin at 9:40 p.m. ET on Friday, Sept. 6. The game will be played at Petco Park in San Diego, Calif.
Giants vs Padres radio station
- Radio channel: SiriusXM channel 187
Listen to Giants vs. Padres live on SiriusXM channel 187.
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Apple TV+ 'Friday Night Baseball' schedule 2024
Apple TV+ has released its schedule through the last week of the regular season, as shown below.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| September 6 | Twins at Royals | 8 p.m. |
| September 6 | Giants at Padres | 9:30 p.m. |
| September 13 | Dodgers at Braves | 7 p.m. |
| September 13 | Red Sox at Yankees | 7 p.m. |
| September 20 | Tigers at Orioles | 7 p.m. |
| September 20 | Phillies at Mets | 7 p.m. |