San Francisco Giants vs Arizona Diamondbacks Picks and Predictions May 14th 2025

Series Stakes at Oracle Park

Arizona’s 10‑6 setback on Tuesday ended a three‑game winning streak, but the Diamondbacks can still escape San Francisco with a road series win. The Giants erupted for 10 runs—more than their previous four games combined—behind Christian Koss’ grand slam and home runs from Willy Adames and Jung Hoo Lee. Whoever captures the matinee gains momentum before inter‑division play resumes this weekend.

Rookie Spotlight: Jordan Lawlar’s Second Shot

Once‑in‑“every‑five‑years” talent Jordan Lawlar debuted Tuesday, going 0‑for‑3 with a walk but flashing the speed and quick glove that define his ceiling. The 22‑year‑old slashed .336/.417/.614 with Reno and is expected to rotate across the infield three to four times each week. A first extra‑base hit—or stolen base—could jump‑start an Arizona lineup already powered by Corbin Carroll’s three homers in this series.

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Pitching Matchup: Rodríguez vs. Hicks

Eduardo Rodríguez (1‑3, 6.86 ERA) hasn’t won since April 17 and carries a 10.13 ERA over his last four turns, yet he owns a lifetime 10‑4 mark vs. San Diego‑era NL West foes. He’ll lean on a cutter‑changeup combo to keep the ball on the ground against Oracle Park’s spacious alleys. Jordan Hicks (1‑4, 5.82 ERA) is winless in seven straight starts, surrendering a .284 opponents’ average when ahead in counts. If command wavers, look for early visits from pitching coach Bryan Price.

Key Offensive Factors

– Diamondbacks: Carroll (3 HRs in series) owns a .667 slugging mark vs. Giants pitching this year; Christian Walker’s .921 OPS in May provides middle‑order heft.
– Giants: Jung Hoo Lee’s contact skills (.309 avg) set the table, while Adames has five RBIs in two games. Keep an eye on Koss—minor‑league numbers suggest legit opposite‑field pop.

Bullpen & Late‑Game Edge

Arizona’s back end (Kevin Ginkel, Paul Sewald) boasts a 2.59 ERA in May. San Francisco’s Camilo Doval has converted 8 of 9 saves but the setup bridge has leaked runs (4.70 ERA since May 1). Whichever starter reaches the sixth with a lead hands a tangible advantage to his bullpen.

Wager Window

Jordan Hicks’ Coors‑like ERA at home (6.41) and Rodríguez’s recent struggles hint at early scoring. For full prop breakdowns—home‑run odds on Carroll and total bases for Lee—check our linked MLB Betting Picks before first pitch.