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Rockies Look to Bounce Back Against Athletics in Saturday Matchup

In the second game of their three-game series, the (2-5) Athletics will face off against the (1-5) Rockies on Saturday. The Athletics are coming off a sweep at home by the Cubs, while the Rockies were swept on the road in Philadelphia. JP Sears will start for the A's, with German Marquez taking the mound for the Rockies. First pitch is set for 8:10 EST at Coors Field. The current betting favorite is Oakland, opening at -113 and now at -118. Stay tuned for our Athletics vs. Rockies prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Athletics -118 | Rockies +101
• Spread: Athletics -1.5 (+130) | Rockies +1.5 (-151)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Oakland will win straight-up is 54%.

Oakland vs Colorado Stats

Oakland Athletics

The Oakland Athletics are currently playing in Sacramento for two seasons before moving to Las Vegas. They have struggled in their new location, losing all three games in their first homestand to the Cubs. The team is currently 2-5 and in 5th place in the AL West. Despite the losses, Brent Rooker has been a standout player with three home runs and seven RBIs already this season. Tyler Soderstrom also has three home runs and is batting fifth in the lineup. Shea Langeliers, the starting catcher, is off to a slow start but had an impressive season last year. JP Sears will be starting for the Athletics, coming off a strong performance in his first outing. The team ranks 23rd in offense, 29th in defense, and has a power ranking of 30.

Colorado Rockies Analysis

The Colorado Rockies struggled offensively in a series against Philadelphia, scoring only one run in each of the three games resulting in three losses. They currently rank last in MLB in runs scored this season. Despite this, catcher Hunter Goodman has been a bright spot in the lineup with two home runs and a .333 batting average. Brenton Doyle has also been solid, batting .240 as their center fielder. Ezequiel Tovar and Kris Bryant are in a slump but have the potential to bounce back. German Marquez, returning from injuries, had a strong outing against the Phillies. The Rockies have a power ranking of 27 and are ranked 30th in offense, 12th in defense, and have a 1-6 overall record. In their last matchups with Oakland, the Athletics went 1-2 against Colorado.

Marquez Leads Rockies to Victory against Athletics at Home

Despite recent struggles in scoring, the Rockies are poised to emerge victorious with Marquez leading the charge on the mound. After a prolonged absence due to injuries, Marquez made a strong return by keeping the formidable Phillies offense at bay for six innings in his last outing. With a less potent offense to contend with in the Athletics, Marquez's performance is likely to be even more impressive. In comparison, Sears allowed two earned runs in his first start against the Mariners, demonstrating Marquez's superior form. The combination of Tovar and Bryant's consistent performances and the team's return to home soil after a challenging away trip should result in a much-needed win for Colorado. It is therefore advisable to place your bet on the Rockies for this upcoming game.

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