Colorado Rockies (11-28) vs. San Diego Padres (21-21)
Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres May 14 2024 – As part of Major League Baseball season 2024, Colorado Rockies take on San Diego Padres at Petco Park on Tuesday May 14, 2024 in an epic battle. Both sides boast different fortunes; Colorado has struggled at 11-28 while San Diego have evened out at 21-21; this game promises to be thrilling experience both for fans of both sides and legal online betting enthusiasts alike!
Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres May 14 2024 Game Info
| When: | Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 9:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Petco Park |
| TV: | TBD |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Rockies | +181 |
+1.5 -125
|
O 8.5 -114
|
| Padres | -217 |
-1.5 +102
|
U 8.5 -114
|
Betting odds have yet to be released for this matchup; given recent form and standings, however, it seems likely that the Padres may be considered favorites in this contest. Bettors should keep tabs on this update leading up to game day as these odds provide valuable insight into expected outcomes of this contest.
Cal Quantrill (2-3, 3.94 ERA) vs. Dylan Cease (5-2, 2.19 ERA)
Cal Quantrill will lead the Colorado Rockies as their starting pitcher tonight with an earned run average (ERA) of 3.94 and win/loss record of 2-3. This season, he has pitched 45.2 innings while giving up 42 hits and 17 walks; though his control often remains intact, too many runners often reach base before him and raise the potential risk of runs being scored against him. Quantrill has produced a reasonable WHIP of 1.29; however, his low strikeout numbers reveal room for growth when it comes to controlling opposing batters. Notably, Quantrill has allowed 7 homers; an important statistic against an opponent like the Padres who utilize powerful bats as power hitters who frequently hit home runs. Maintaining balance while limiting errors will be paramount in his performance in this matchup.
Dylan Cease of the San Diego Padres stands as an outstanding contrast, boasting an exceptional season record of 5-1 with an exceptional 2.19 ERA. Cease has shown remarkable control on the mound with only 21 hits allowed across 49.1 innings pitched (an excellent 0.75 WHIP rate and only two homers permitted this season); also his strikeout rate (60 Ks so far) stands out and highlights his ability to end innings quickly and efficiently – something Dylan will put to use against an off-balance Rockies lineup (without power); this performance sets the stage for victory while keeping Rockies batters off-balance throughout games – Cease is unmatched when it comes to pitching like no one else can match him against him and Dylan will help set him off against them both!
Cal Quantrill and Dylan Cease’s respective pitching performances should reveal any disparate efficiency or control differences that provide opportunities to exploit any errors committed by one team’s pitchers. Quantrill must strive to limit his proclivity for homeruns while controlling Padre batters who might take advantage of any errors by managing his homer proclivity as part of an effective pitching performance strategy. Cease will seek to use his excellent strikeout ability and control to silence the Rockies lineup while maintaining his low ERA/WHIP ratios. Due to his exceptional season performance and ability to handle pressure situations effectively, he may hold a slight edge; both pitchers will play key roles in shaping this contest with strategies and execution on the mound.
Rockies’ Batting Challenges
The Colorado Rockies’ batting statistics reveal their difficulties this season. Boasting only an.245 average and on-base percentage below.305, they struggle to put runners on base and drive them home effectively. Furthermore, with only an ineffective slugging percentage (.377) to their credit, scoring opportunities remain lost opportunities that remain open.
Padres’ Offensive Strengths
Contrast their opponent Colorado Rockies with San Diego Padres who boast an offensive lineup with a higher batting average (.255) and superior slugging percentage of 398; 200 run scoring total and 42 homerun total indicate this power combination may prove challenging to Colorado pitchers.
Colorado Rockies Betting Trends
Recently, the Colorado Rockies have demonstrated remarkable resilience by winning three out of their last five matches and going 3-2 against the spread. Furthermore, their road game performance (11-20 ATS) illustrates just how unpredictable and intimidating away games can be.
San Diego Padres Betting Trends
The Padres have followed Colorado in terms of last five game outcomes and betting expectations when away, going 3-2 while outperforming expectations 14-5 against betting expectations; an indication they may outdo expectations at home as well.
Colorado Rockies vs. San Diego Padres Betting Picks
Based on an examination of both teams’ performances, betting trends, and starting pitcher stats, the Padres would seem to be safer choices in this matchup due to their superior offensive and pitching stats at Petco Park.
Be wary when selecting daily MLB picks involving Colorado or San Diego teams who typically favor over/under betting; strikeout prop bets could provide value, especially given Cease’s impressive strikeout rate this season.
This forecast takes into account the Padres’ even distribution of pitching and hitting strengths as likely contributing factors for their quick victory against an underachieving Rockies side.
Score Prediction: San Diego Padres 5, Colorado Rockies 2.
