Match Preview: Colorado Rockies vs. San Francisco Giants
Game Details
Date: Saturday
Time: 4:05 PM EDT
Location: San Francisco
Team Standings
The Colorado Rockies hold a record of 6 wins and 26 losses, placing them fifth in the National League West. In contrast, the San Francisco Giants are performing significantly better with 20 wins and 13 losses, currently positioned third in the same division.
Pitching Matchup
Starting on the mound for the Rockies is Bradley Blalock, who has yet to secure a win this season with an ERA of 10.29 and a WHIP of 2.00, accompanied by three strikeouts. The Giants will counter with Jordan Hicks, who has one win and three losses, featuring a 6.12 ERA, a WHIP of 1.51, and 27 strikeouts.
Betting Odds
According to BETMGM, the odds are set with the Giants as heavy favorites at -289, while the Rockies are placed at +233. The total runs over/under is set at 8 runs.
Team Performance Insights
San Francisco Giants
The Giants showcase a strong home record of 10 wins and 5 losses. They are particularly effective in games where they do not allow any home runs, winning 10 out of 15 such contests.
Colorado Rockies
The Rockies have struggled on the road with a record of 2 wins and 15 losses, and an overall record of 6-26. They have not yet won a game this season when hitting two or more home runs, going 0-7 in those situations.
Top Players to Watch
San Francisco Giants
- Jung Hoo Lee: 11 doubles, 2 triples, and 3 home runs.
- Michael Yastrzemski: 11-for-38 with a double and 2 home runs in the last 10 games.
Colorado Rockies
- Hunter Goodman: 5 doubles, 5 home runs, and 15 RBIs.
- Jordan Beck: 12-for-34, including 3 doubles and 5 home runs in the past 10 games.
Recent Performance
Last 10 Games
Giants: 5 wins and 5 losses, with a .234 batting average, 3.58 ERA, and trailing by 7 runs overall.
Rockies: 2 wins and 8 losses, struggling with a .197 batting average, a 5.79 ERA, and being outscored by 28 runs.
Injury Reports
San Francisco Giants
- Tyler Fitzgerald: 10-Day IL (ribs)
- Casey Schmitt: 10-Day IL (side)
- Jerar Encarnacion: 60-Day IL (finger)
- Thomas Murphy: 60-Day IL (back)
Colorado Rockies
- Ryan Feltner: 15-Day IL (back)
- Chase Dollander: day-to-day (finger)
- Aaron Schunk: 10-Day IL (groin)
- Thairo Estrada: 60-Day IL (wrist)
- Victor Vodnik: 15-Day IL (shoulder)
- Austin Gomber: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
- Ezequiel Tovar: 10-Day IL (hip)
- Tyler Freeman: 10-Day IL (oblique)
- Kris Bryant: 10-Day IL (lumbar)
- Jeff Criswell: 60-Day IL (elbow)