UPDATE: The Colorado Rockies aim to break their seven-game road losing streak as they face the San Francisco Giants today, September 24, 2023, at 3:05 p.m. EDT in San Francisco. The Rockies, holding a dismal 43-118 record, are desperate for a win against the Giants, who stand at 80-81 overall.
This matchup is critical for both teams, especially as the Giants strive to solidify their position in the National League playoff race. With a home record of 41-39, the Giants have performed well at Oracle Park, and today’s game marks the 13th meeting of the season between the two clubs, where the Giants lead the series 10-2.
The pitching duel features McCade Brown (0-4, 7.54 ERA) for the Rockies and Logan Webb (14-11, 3.30 ERA) for the Giants. Brown, struggling this season, will need to deliver a standout performance if the Rockies hope to turn their fortunes around.
KEY STATS: The Rockies have only managed 18 wins on the road this season, while the Giants excel when they avoid home runs, boasting a 43-25 record in those games. The pressure is on for Colorado, which has recorded just 26 wins in games with more hits than their opponents.
Players to watch include Giants’ Rafael Devers, who leads the team with 34 home runs, and Heliot Ramos, who has been hot lately with four home runs in his last ten games. For the Rockies, Hunter Goodman continues to impress with 31 home runs and a significant 91 RBIs this season, while Mickey Moniak has been delivering clutch performances with five home runs in the last ten games.
Both teams have faced injury setbacks. The Giants are missing key players such as Dominic Smith (10-Day IL, hamstring) and Randy Rodriguez (60-Day IL, elbow). The Rockies also face challenges, with several players on the IL, including Kris Bryant (60-Day IL, lumbar) and Roansy Contreras (15-Day IL, hand).
This game represents a decisive moment for the Rockies as they seek to end their road woes and gain momentum as the season wraps up. Fans and analysts alike will be closely monitoring this matchup for its implications on both teams’ playoff aspirations.
Stay tuned for live updates as this game unfolds!