Rockies vs Giants starting pitchers
- Hayden Birdsong for San Francisco Giants
Rockies vs Giants statistics
| Stat |
Rockies |
Giants |
| Hits |
868 (12th) |
864 (14th) |
| Batting Average |
.246 (13th) |
.244 (15th) |
| Runs Batted In |
430 (16th) |
442 (14th) |
| Runs |
449 (16th) |
463 (14th) |
| Home Runs |
115 (13th) |
106 (Tied-19th) |
| Walks |
296 (Tied-22nd) |
354 (4th) |
| Stolen Bases |
55 (24th) |
37 (30th) |
| Strikeouts |
996 (3rd) |
888 (13th) |
| Pitches |
15098 (17th) |
15599 (6th) |
San Francisco Giants recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/26/24 |
vs Colorado Rockies |
W |
11-4 |
| 7/25/24 |
@ Los Angeles Dodgers |
L |
6-4 |
| 7/24/24 |
@ Los Angeles Dodgers |
W |
8-3 |
| 7/23/24 |
@ Los Angeles Dodgers |
L |
5-2 |
| 7/22/24 |
@ Los Angeles Dodgers |
L |
3-2 |
Colorado Rockies recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 7/26/24 |
@ San Francisco Giants |
L |
11-4 |
| 7/24/24 |
vs Boston Red Sox |
W |
20-7 |
| 7/23/24 |
vs Boston Red Sox |
L |
6-0 |
| 7/22/24 |
vs Boston Red Sox |
W |
9-8 F/12 |
| 7/21/24 |
vs San Francisco Giants |
L |
3-2 |
Rockies vs Giants predictions
Looking at the Colorado Rockies roster for the upcoming game against the San Francisco Giants, several players are poised to possibly make significant impacts. Take Brenton Doyle, for example, who's been swinging a hot bat with 17 home runs this season; he might just add to that tally in San Francisco. Elias Diaz, with his consistent contact hitting, could be another key player, especially in clutch RBI situations given his track record this season. Don't count out Ezequiel Tovar either; his .284 batting average leads the team, and he could be crucial in getting on base and stirring up the Giants' defense.
Switching focus to the San Francisco Giants, Hayden Birdsong, today's starting pitcher, looks well-prepared to keep his unbeaten record intact. With a solid ERA of 3.55 and a WHIP of 1.22 across his innings this season, he’ll undoubtedly be a tough matchup for the Rockies hitters. On the offensive side, Heliot Ramos, leading the Giants with 15 home runs, appears ready to exploit any mistakes thrown his way. Meanwhile, Matt Chapman, despite a modest .232 average, always has the potential to change the game’s complexion with a single swing, making him one to watch in this matchup.
Considering the strengths on display from the Giants both on the mound and at the plate, coupled with their stronger overall seasonal performance and the advantage of playing at home, they would reasonably be expected to come out on top in this matchup. San Francisco's proficiency in controlling the game’s tempo and exploiting opposing teams’ weaknesses could likely make the difference, particularly in game two of this doubleheader. Don't be surprised if the Giants manage to extend their lead in the series with a strategic and well-fought victory.
San Francisco Giants injuries
- Thomas Szapucki (SP): Day-To-Day
- Adrian Sugastey (C): Day-To-Day
- Ismael Munguia (LF): Day-To-Day
- Alex Cobb (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Ryan Murphy (SP): Day-To-Day
Colorado Rockies injuries
- Nolan Jones (LF): 10-Day-IL
- Case Williams (SP): Day-To-Day
- Jordan Beck (LF): 10-Day-IL
- Lucas Gilbreath (RP): 60-Day-IL
- German Marquez (SP): 15-Day-IL
Rockies vs Giants game info
| Venue |
Oracle Park |
| Location |
San Francisco, California |
| First pitch |
Sat 10:35 PM |
| Temperature |
55° |
| Chance of Rain |
2% |
