San Diego Padres at New York Mets – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (August 17, 2026)

The San Diego Padres are playing their best baseball of the season, and the New York Mets are quietly doing the same. That tension alone makes this matchup worth your full attention.

San Diego has gone 8-2 over its last ten games and sits just 7 games back in the wild card race, tied with the Phillies for that final NL playoff spot. Manny Machado anchors a lineup that has found its footing at exactly the right time, with 23 home runs and 70 RBI on the season. Fernando Tatis Jr. adds another dimension — 134 hits, 69 runs scored, and 28 stolen bases make him one of the most complete threats in the National League.

The Mets, meanwhile, have won three straight and gone 7-3 over their last ten. Francisco Lindor (.245, 12 HR, 32 RBI) provides the offensive heartbeat, while Christian Scott (3.51 ERA, 105 strikeouts) gives New York a legitimate arm capable of keeping a hot Padres lineup in check. Both teams are playing with purpose right now, and that makes for a compelling game.

San Diego Padres at New York Mets Game Information

Game Date: August 17, 2026
Game Time: 07:10 PM ET
TV Channel: San Diego Padres, SportsNet NY, and MLB.TV – New York Mets
Location: Citi Field, Flushing, Queens, NY
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

Game Preview

San Diego is tied with the Phillies for the final NL wild card spot, sitting 7 games back in the broader playoff picture. Every game carries weight at this stage of the season, and a road series against a team playing well is exactly the kind of test that defines October résumés. The Mets, at 56-69 and 18.5 games back, are not in the playoff conversation — but they have won three straight and gone 7-3 in their last ten, meaning San Diego cannot afford to treat this as a soft landing. The Padres need wins wherever they can find them.

New York Mets Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 56-69
Home Record: 28-34
Away Record: 28-35
Division Record: 9-19
Streak: 3 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .448

San Diego Padres Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 67-58
Home Record: 37-26
Away Record: 30-32
Division Record: 12-13
Streak: 1 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .536

Stat Leaders

New York Mets (56-69, #5 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Juan Soto, 0.283
RBI Leader: Bo Bichette, 62 RBI
Home Run Leader: Juan Soto, 21 HR
Runs Leader: Carson Benge, 63 Runs
Hits Leader: Bo Bichette, 131 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Carson Benge, 18 SB
ERA Leader: Daniel Duarte, 0.93 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Nolan McLean, 159 K
Wins Leader: Nolan McLean, 8 W
Saves Leader: Devin Williams, 16 SV

San Diego Padres (67-58, #2 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Gage Workman, 0.333
RBI Leader: Manny Machado, 70 RBI
Home Run Leader: Manny Machado, 23 HR
Runs Leader: Fernando Tatis Jr., 69 Runs
Hits Leader: Fernando Tatis Jr., 134 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Fernando Tatis Jr., 28 SB
ERA Leader: Mason Miller, 0.88 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Michael King, 124 K
Wins Leader: Adrian Morejon, 9 W
Saves Leader: Mason Miller, 30 SV

What to Watch For

Ty France has been one of the quieter success stories in San Diego’s lineup. Hitting .291 with 17 home runs and 51 RBI, France has provided consistent production in the middle of the order. His ability to make contact and drive runners in gives the Padres a reliable presence behind the bigger names. Luis Campusano (.313, 5 HR, 23 RBI) adds another layer — the catcher is hitting at a level that demands attention from opposing pitchers.

For New York, Christian Scott (3.51 ERA, 4 wins, 105 strikeouts) is the kind of pitcher who can change the complexion of a series. He’s been one of the more reliable starters in the Mets’ rotation, and coming off a strong outing against Washington — 6.1 innings, three runs allowed — he enters this start with momentum. Huascar Brazoban (2.56 ERA, 5 wins) gives the bullpen a dependable bridge option.

The Mets will also integrate Christopher Morel into their major-league roster for this stretch, adding a fresh option to a lineup that has been finding its rhythm. With Juan Soto (calf) and Mark Vientos (hand) both on the injured list, New York needs contributors to step up — and the recent form suggests several players are ready to do exactly that.

New York Mets Injury Report

Juan Soto – Calf (D10) – The New York Mets placed OF Juan Soto on the 10-day injured list due to left calf strain.
Cionel Pérez – Forearm (D15) – The New York Mets placed LHP Cionel Pérez on the 15-day injured list due to a left forearm strain.
Devin Williams – Shoulder (D15) – The New York Mets placed RHP Devin Williams on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain.
Tylor Megill – Elbow (D60) – The New York Mets placed RHP Tylor Megill on the 60-day injured list due to an elbow injury.
Justin Hagenman – Rib (D60) – The New York Mets placed RHP Justin Hagenman on the 60-day injured list due to a rib fracture.
Mark Vientos – Hand (D10) – The New York Mets placed INF Mark Vientos on the 10-day injured list with a right hand fracture.
Austin Warren – Forearm (D15) – The New York Mets placed RHP Austin Warren on the 15-day injured list with a right forearm strain.
Reed Garrett – Elbow (D60) – The New York Mets placed RHP Reed Garrett on the 60-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation.

San Diego Padres Injury Report

Lucas Giolito – Elbow (D15) – The San Diego Padres placed RHP Lucas Giolito on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation.
Miguel Andujar – Wrist (D10) – The San Diego Padres placed DH Miguel Andujar on the 10-day injured list due to fractured right wrist.
Joe Musgrove – Elbow (D60) – The San Diego Padres transferred RHP Joe Musgrove to the 60-day injured list due to his elbow surgery.
Jason Adam – Shoulder (D60) – The San Diego Padres placed RHP Jason Adam on the 60-day injured list with a right shoulder strain.
Samad Taylor – Oblique (D10) – The San Diego Padres placed OF Samad Taylor on the 10-day injured list due to right oblique strain.
Bryan Hoeing – Elbow (D60) – The San Diego Padres transferred RHP Bryan Hoeing from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to a right elbow surgery.
Ramón Laureano – Hip (D60) – The San Diego Padres placed OF Ramón Laureano on the 60-day injured list.
Nick Pivetta – Elbow (D60) – The San Diego Padres transferred RHP Nick Pivetta from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with a right elbow inflammation.

New York Mets Upcoming 2026 Schedule

August 17, 2026 vs San Diego Padres
August 18, 2026 vs San Diego Padres
August 19, 2026 vs San Diego Padres
August 21, 2026 at Chicago White Sox
August 22, 2026 at Chicago White Sox
August 23, 2026 at Chicago White Sox
August 25, 2026 vs Milwaukee Brewers
August 26, 2026 vs Milwaukee Brewers
August 27, 2026 vs Milwaukee Brewers
August 28, 2026 vs Houston Astros

San Diego Padres Upcoming 2026 Schedule

August 17, 2026 at New York Mets
August 18, 2026 at New York Mets
August 19, 2026 at New York Mets
August 21, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins
August 22, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins
August 23, 2026 vs Minnesota Twins
August 24, 2026 vs Pittsburgh Pirates
August 25, 2026 vs Pittsburgh Pirates
August 26, 2026 vs Pittsburgh Pirates
August 28, 2026 at Tampa Bay Rays

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