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San Diego Padres Favored to Win Series Finale Against Colorado Rockies in Weekend Matchup

This article provides a prediction for the final game of a weekend series between the Colorado Rockies and the San Diego Padres in Southern California. The Padres won the opening game 8-0, but it remains to be seen how the Rockies will fare in the final game. Kyle Freeland will be the starting pitcher for the Rockies, while Michael King will take the mound for the Padres. San Diego is currently the favorite, with the betting line opening at -229 and now at -230. Stay tuned for the outcome of the series finale.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rockies +197 | Padres -230
• Spread: Rockies +1.5 (-117) | Padres -1.5 (-103)
• Total: Over/Under 7.25 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego will win straight-up is 70%.

Colorado vs San Diego Stats

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies have been struggling on the road this season, currently standing at 3-10 and in last place in the NL West, 7.5 games behind the Padres. In a recent loss, they only managed to get three hits, all by Kyle Farmer, and went 0-3 with runners in scoring position. German Marquez took the loss, allowing six runs over 4.2 innings of work. Kyle Freeland will be pitching in the next game, coming off a loss in his last start. The Rockies are ranked 30th in offense and defense, with an average of 3.08 runs scored and 5.85 runs allowed per game.

San Diego Padres Analysis

The San Diego Padres emerged victorious in a dominant performance at home, marking their third win in the last four games. With an impressive 11-3 record on the season, they currently hold a half-game lead in the NL West. Standout players such as Gavin Sheets, Fernando Tatis Jr., Elias Diaz, and Jose Iglesias contributed to the win, with Tatis Jr. and Sheets each hitting home runs. Pitcher Nick Pivetta secured the win with a stellar performance, while Michael King is set to make his fourth start of the season. The Padres are ranked 9th in power rankings and are known for their strong offense and defense. Colorado has recently had success against San Diego, winning 2 out of their last 3 matchups.

Colorado Rockies Struggle to Score Runs on the Road Against the San Diego Padres

The Colorado Rockies have faced challenges in scoring runs as the visiting team in recent years, a trend that has persisted this season. Although Jon Gray has performed well in his three starts, he has yet to see significant results. Furthermore, pitching on the road may present added challenges, as evidenced in his recent performance. On the other hand, Brad King secured a win in his last start and benefits from a strong lineup of support. The San Diego Padres demonstrated their offensive power by scoring eight runs in the series opener, and possess a formidable bullpen. Considering these factors, the Padres hold the advantage in this contest and are likely to secure the series win.

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