Colorado Rockies (56-94) vs. San Diego Padres (73-78)
Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres 9/20/23 – As MLB season comes to a close, Colorado Rockies and San Diego Padres prepare to square off on Wednesday, September 2023, at 4:10 PM ET at Petco Park, with both clubs having disappointing campaigns thus far. MLBN will carry this event live.
The Colorado Rockies have had an uncharacteristically dismal season, as evidenced by their record of 56-94 and team batting average of 0.250 which has hindered offensive production to only manage 676 runs scored this year. Pitching staff struggled too with an ERA of 5.67 and WHIP of 1.54 while permitting 534 walks while only managing 1032 strikeouts while opponents batted at an astounding 0.287 against them!
On the flip side, the San Diego Padres, despite their subpar 73-78 record, have shown some signs of life. Their team batting average is a respectable 0.243, and they’ve managed to hit an impressive 197 home runs this season. Their pitching staff is comparatively better than Colorado’s, boasting a team ERA of 3.91 and a WHIP of 1.28. The Padres’ pitchers have managed to control the plate effectively, with 1339 strikeouts against just 515 walks. Additionally, they’ve kept their opponents to a .239 batting average. Get your free winning baseball picks for Royals’ upcoming games now.
Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres Game Info
| When: | Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at 4:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Petco Park |
| TV: | MLBN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Chase Anderson (0-5, 6 ERA) vs. Seth Lugo (7-7, 3.83 ERA)
Chase Anderson, the starting pitcher for the Rockies, has had a season to forget with a win-loss record of 0-5 and a concerning ERA of 6. His WHIP stands at 1.45 over 75 innings pitched, and he’s allowed 80 hits and 29 walks. He’s also given up 17 home runs while recording only 57 strikeouts. Given his record, Anderson’s performance could be a critical factor that could tilt the scales in favor of the Padres.
Seth Lugo of the Padres has had a more respectable season with a 7-7 record and a 3.83 ERA. Over 131.2 innings pitched, he’s allowed 130 hits and 31 walks, while racking up 126 strikeouts. His WHIP stands at a much more manageable 1.22. Lugo’s more robust metrics suggest that he may have the upper hand in the starting pitcher duel, which could provide a distinct advantage for the Padres.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: San Diego Padres -260, Total Odds: 9
The betting odds clearly favor the Padres, who have a moneyline of -260 and a spread of -1.5 (-120). The total is set at 9 runs, with the over at -105 and the under at -115. Considering the Padres’ home form and their superior pitching, the odds seem to point toward them as the favorites.
Colorado Rockies Betting Trends
The Colorado Rockies are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games but have struggled against the Padres, with a 2-7 SU record in their last 9 encounters. Their games have tended to be high-scoring, with the total going over in each of their last 5 games on the road.
San Diego Padres Betting Trends
The San Diego Padres are coming into this game hot, with a 5-0 SU record in their last 5 games. They have also been strong at home, with a 5-2 SU record in their last 7 home games. When playing at home against Colorado, the total has gone over in 5 of the last 7 matchups.
Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres 9/20/23 Betting Picks
The San Diego Padres look to be the safer bet here, given their recent form and the stronger metrics of their starting pitcher, Seth Lugo. The Colorado Rockies, while showing some improvement, still have too many weaknesses to overlook.
If you’re looking to place some prop bets, consider taking the over on the total runs, given both teams’ recent trends toward higher-scoring games. However, given the strength of San Diego’s pitching and their form at home, the San Diego Padres are the pick for the win here. Don’t forget to check out free winning sports picks for additional insights.
Free Pick and Prediction: San Diego Padres 7, Colorado Rockies 3.
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