Padres Face Rockies in Key Series Amidst Struggles and Record-Low Performance
The San Diego Padres are set to continue their road trip with a series against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field, aiming to improve after recent setbacks. The Padres, holding a 23-13 record and ranked second in the NL West, began their trip with four consecutive wins but have faced challenges with their bullpen, losing the last two games in New York. They previously swept the Rockies in a three-game series at Petco Park, outscoring them 16-0. Meanwhile, the Rockies are experiencing a disastrous season with a 6-31 record, on pace for a record 135 losses, and are currently on a six-game losing streak. Their poor performance is reflected in their league-worst minus-109 run differential, second-worst team OPS (.623), and third-worst team ERA (5.47). Despite playing at Coors Field, their offensive struggles continue, although players like Ryan McMahon have shown some improvement. The upcoming game features Padres pitcher Randy Vásquez (1-3, 3.90 ERA), who has struggled with command, facing Rockies pitcher Antonio Senzatela (1-5, 5.50 ERA), known for allowing contact and hits. Vásquez has an 7.94 ERA against the Rockies, while Senzatela has a 3.26 ERA in his career against San Diego. The Rockies will attempt to snap their six-game skid, relying on their offense to support their pitching. The game is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. MDT, with broadcasts on Rockies.tv and radio coverage on KOA 850 AM/94.1 FM. The series marks a critical point for both teams as the Padres look to maintain their winning momentum and the Rockies aim to turn around their season.
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