The Colorado Rockies are set to face the Houston Astros in a bid to end their five-game losing streak. This matchup will take place on Wednesday at 8:10 p.m. EDT in Houston.
Matchup Overview
Currently, the Rockies hold a record of 6-11, placing them fourth in the National League West. The Astros, with a record of 7-11, sit fifth in the American League West. Despite recent struggles, the Astros have performed well at home, holding a 6-2 record in Houston.
Key Statistics
The Astros have the second-best on-base percentage in Major League Baseball at .360. In contrast, the Rockies have hit a total of 19 home runs, ranking ninth in the league.
Current Series Standings
- The teams have faced each other four times this season.
- The Rockies currently lead the series 3-1.
Top Performers
Several players have stood out recently:
- Yordan Alvarez (Astros) is batting .317 with five doubles and six home runs.
- Christian Walker is 12 for 37 with four home runs and eight RBIs for the Diamondbacks in the last ten games.
- T.J. Rumfield has a double, triple, and two home runs for the Rockies.
- Troy Johnston has been productive as well, going 11 for 36 with three doubles, one home run, and five RBIs in his last ten games.
Recent Performance
Breaking down the last ten games:
| Team | Record | Batting Average | ERA | Run Differential |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astros | 2-8 | .282 | 7.36 | -17 |
| Rockies | 4-6 | .258 | 3.88 | -1 |
Injury Updates
Injuries have plagued both teams:
Astros Injuries
- Jeremy Pena – 10-Day IL (knee)
- Tatsuya Imai – 15-Day IL (arm)
- Jake Meyers – 10-Day IL (oblique)
- Ronel Blanco – 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Christian Javier – 15-Day IL (shoulder)
- Hunter Brown – 15-Day IL (shoulder)
- Hayden Wesneski – 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Brandon Walter – 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Nate Pearson – 15-Day IL (elbow)
- Zach Dezenzo – 10-Day IL (elbow)
- Bennett Sousa – 15-Day IL (oblique)
- Josh Hader – 15-Day IL (biceps)
Rockies Injuries
- Kyle Freeland – day-to-day (shoulder)
- RJ Petit – 60-Day IL (elbow)
- McCade Brown – 60-Day IL (shoulder)
- Jose Quintana – 15-Day IL (hamstring)
- Pierson Ohl – 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Kris Bryant – 60-Day IL (back)
- Jeff Criswell – 60-Day IL (elbow)
The upcoming game represents a critical moment for the Rockies as they seek to reverse their fortunes against a struggling Astros team. Fans will watch closely to see if the Rockies can turn their luck around and secure a win.
