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Astros look to secure crucial win against struggling Rockies in series finale

In this Rockies at Astros prediction, the struggling Rockies face off against the first-place Astros in Houston. The Rockies are having a tough season and are unlikely to make the playoffs, while the Astros are looking to secure another AL West Division title. The pitching matchup for the series finale features Kyle Freeland for the Rockies and Jason Alexander for the Astros. The game is set to begin at 2:10 PM EST. Stay tuned for more details on this matchup and check out our top picks to help boost your bankroll.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rockies +194 | Astros -230
• Spread: Rockies +1.5 (-105) | Astros -1.5 (-115)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 70%.

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies are wrapping up their series in Houston on Thursday afternoon, concluding a short road trip through Pittsburgh and Houston. The Rockies have had a challenging trip, coming into Wednesday night's game with a 1-3 record. Despite this, they picked up a win on Tuesday night against the Astros, with Hunter Goodman hitting a home run and Mickey Moniak having a strong offensive performance. Starting pitcher Tanner Gordon also had a solid outing, evening his record at 5-5 on the season. The Rockies are nearing the 100-loss mark for the season but have shown improvement recently, likely avoiding the Chicago White Sox' modern-day record for losses in a single season. Left-handed pitcher Freeland will take the mound in the series finale on Thursday afternoon, with a 3-13 record this season. Despite some struggles, Freeland has had 10 quality starts and will look to bounce back in this game. Several key players, including DH Kris Bryant and multiple relief pitchers, are currently dealing with injuries and will be unavailable.

Houston Astros

The Houston Astros are currently leading the AL West Division by 1.5 games over the Seattle Mariners as they gear up for another playoff push with just over a month left in the regular season. The team recently welcomed back OF/DH Yordan Alvarez, who had been out for nearly three months, providing a boost to the lineup. Despite a 6-1 loss to the Rockies on Tuesday night, the Astros are focused on maintaining their division lead and securing their 8th division title in the last nine seasons. Right-handed pitcher Jason Alexander will take the mound in the series finale against Colorado, with a 4-1 record in seven starts this season. The team will have to navigate key injuries to SP Luis Garcia and LF Taylor Trammell as they push towards the postseason.

Astros Face Crucial Match-Up Against Rockies - Must Win Game on Thursday

The upcoming games against teams with losing records are crucial for the Astros, making it imperative that they do not falter. The opening loss was disappointing, especially considering the tight competition in the AL West. Alexander has been a reliable starter for the Astros this season, with a notable four quality starts out of seven. On the other hand, Freeland's performance on the road has been lackluster, with a record of 2-8 and the Rockies losing three of his last five starts. In contrast, the Astros have won all of Alexander's last five starts. Additionally, the Astros have a strong record of 25-19 during day games this season, while the Rockies have struggled with a record 10 games below .500 during day games. The Astros are expected to be prepared and motivated to secure a much-needed victory on Thursday. Based on these factors, the recommendation is to support the Astros.

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