Colorado Rockies vs
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Rockies set to face Rangers in Interleague showdown, Texas favored to win at -280

The Colorado Rockies and Texas Rangers will face off in a three game series starting on Monday night in Interleague action. This will be the only series between the teams this season. The Rockies are coming off a series loss against the Padres, while the Rangers won their series against the Tigers. Chase Dollander (ERA: 7.71) will start for the Rockies, while Tyler Mahle (ERA: 1.48) will start for the Rangers. Texas is the favorite to win, opening at -280. The game is set to begin at 8:05 EST.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rockies +235 | Rangers -280
• Spread: Rockies +1.5 (+115) | Rangers -1.5 (-135)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 74%.

Colorado vs Texas Stats

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies have been struggling to secure wins in recent games, but were able to come out victorious in their last game against the Padres. Despite this win, the team holds the worst record in the league at 7-33, trailing the Dodgers by 19.5 games in the NL West. Hunter Goodman has been a standout player for the Rockies this season, leading the team in batting average, home runs, and RBIs. Ryan McMahon and Michael Toglia have also contributed to the offense with six home runs each. Chase Dollander, set to make his seventh start, has a 2-3 record with an ERA of 7.71. The team ranks 28th in offense, 30th in defense, and holds a 6-33 record for the season.

Texas Rangers Analysis

The Texas Rangers are currently in a close battle in the AL West, sitting in fourth place but only three games behind the division-leading Mariners. They recently won two of three games against the AL Central leading Tigers, with standout performances from players like Marcus Semien, Wyatt Langford, and Adolis Garcia. However, their offense ranks #29 in the league, averaging 3.18 runs per game, while their defense ranks #7, giving up an average of 3.72 points per game. Tyler Mahle will make his ninth start of the season with a 3-1 record and an ERA of 1.48. Despite the team's current 19-21 record, they have the potential to move up in the standings by the end of their upcoming series.

Colorado Rockies Struggling as Texas Rangers Maintain Strong Performance - Bettors Torn on Teams' Recent Form

The Colorado Rockies have recently struggled, evident by their poor performance on the field. Despite a recent win, bettors may hesitate to place their confidence in the Rockies due to their disappointing stretch. Leading up to their win against the Padres, the Rockies allowed 21 runs in a single game, followed by other high-scoring losses. Their team ERA of 5.89 is the lowest in all of baseball, with their starting pitcher, Dollander, holding an even higher ERA of 7.71. On the other hand, the Texas Rangers have been consistently producing solid results from their lineup. With Garcia, Langford, and other key players performing well, the Rangers are in a strong position to secure a victory. It is advisable to consider taking the Rangers on the runline in this matchup.

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