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The Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies face off on Thursday evening in Denver for the 10th time this year, with Arizona leading the season series 7-2. The D-backs are fresh off a huge offensive performance from Ketel Marte, who was 4-for-5 with four RBIs, and they'll try to ride that into a matchup against a Rockies team that has lost eight of its last 10 games.
Colorado's offense has been inconsistent but still has bright spots like Jordan Beck and Ezequiel Tovar, while Arizona continues to lean on the power that has propelled them to fourth in MLB with 171 home runs. With Eduardo Rodriguez facing Bradley Blalock, this contest could feature a plethora of offense, especially in hitter-friendly Coors Field.
Starting Pitchers
Diamondbacks - Eduardo Rodriguez (LHP)
Eduardo Rodriguez has been inconsistent this year, recording a 4-7 record with a 5.68 ERA, 1.68 WHIP, and 105 strikeouts in 103 innings. Control has been a problem, as seen in his recent start on August 9 versus Colorado, when he allowed five runs on six hits and five walks in 5.1 innings.
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Though he has been able to miss bats, high walk rates and hard contact have been detrimental to him, and he is a risky arm in offenses like Coors Field that favor hitters.
Rockies - Bradley Blalock (RHP)
Bradley Blalock has also had a rough campaign in limited action, compiling a 1-3 record with a 7.89 ERA, 1.71 WHIP, and just 22 strikeouts through 43.1 innings. He took on the same Diamondbacks in his last start on August 9, surrendering five runs on seven hits and three walks over 4.2 innings.
The 25-year-old righty has struggled to go deep into games and has been susceptible to crooked innings, which the Arizona offense will likely look to capitalize on in this rematch as well.
Hot Hitters to Watch
Arizona - Ketel Marte
Ketel Marte has been one of the most consistent bats for Arizona this season, hitting .297 with 23 homers, 54 RBIs, and 66 runs scored. He's coming off a monster performance on August 13 against the Rangers, going 4-for-5 with a three-run homer and another RBI. His power and average hitting make him a threat at the top of the order, especially against struggling pitching.
Colorado - Hunter Goodman
Hunter Goodman continues to provide consistent pop in Colorado's lineup, batting .276 with 24 home runs and 68 RBIs this year. In his most recent contest against the Cardinals, he made the most of a pinch-hit opportunity, going 1-for-1 with a two-run homer. His power plays especially well at Coors Field, so he's a threat for a long ball in this series.
Injury Report
Colorado Rockies
- Thairo Estrada – Hamstring, 60-Day IL
- Orlando Arcia – Elbow, 10-Day IL
- Seth Halvorsen – Elbow, 15-Day IL
- Antonio Senzatela – Finger, 15-Day IL
- Zach Agnos – Hand, 15-Day IL
- German Marquez – Shoulder, 15-Day IL
- Ryan Ritter – Finger, 10-Day IL
- Kris Bryant – Lumbar, 60-Day IL
- Jeff Criswell – Elbow, 60-Day IL
Arizona Diamondbacks
- Anthony DeSclafani – Thumb, 15-Day IL
- Kevin Ginkel – Shoulder, 60-Day IL
- Gabriel Moreno – Hand, 60-Day IL
- Tommy Henry – Elbow, 60-Day IL
- Pavin Smith – Oblique, 10-Day IL
- Ryan Thompson – Scapular strain, 15-Day IL
- Ildemaro Vargas – Foot, 10-Day IL
- Christian Montes De Oca – Elbow, 60-Day IL
- Justin Martinez – Elbow, 60-Day IL
- Cristian Mena – Shoulder, 60-Day IL
- Corbin Burnes – Elbow, 60-Day IL
- A.J. Puk – Elbow, 60-Day IL
- Blake Walston – Elbow, 60-Day IL
Current Odds
Run Line
- Arizona Diamondbacks -1.5 (−118)
- Colorado Rockies +1.5 (−103)
Totals
- Over 12 (−115)
- Under 12 (−106)
Moneyline
- Arizona Diamondbacks −175
- Colorado Rockies +143
Final Score Prediction & Best Bets
Final Score Guess: Diamondbacks 9, Rockies 5
Best Bets
- Diamondbacks Moneyline (-175): Arizona’s offense versus Blalock’s pitching makes this a strong win candidate.
- Diamondbacks -1.5 (Run Line -118): Given Colorado’s rotation struggles and Arizona’s slugging, they should win comfortably.
- Over 12 Runs (-115): With both bullpens shaky and Coors Field’s hitter-friendly nature, Over is a compelling angle.
