Milwaukee Brewers vs. Colorado Rockies: Preview, Predictions and Picks for July 3, 2024

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Jul 3, 2024 6:15 AM
The Milwaukee Brewers, leading the NL Central with a 51-35 record, take on the struggling Colorado Rockies, who sit at 29-56, at Coors Field on Wednesday. The series is currently tied 1-1, with the Rockies seeking to even their home record, which stands at 17-25. The Brewers, meanwhile, aim to extend their road success, where they've won 24 of 46 games.
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Brewers vs Rockies statistics

Stat Brewers Rockies
Hits 756 (3rd) 708 (13th)
Batting Average .258 (4th) .244 (15th)
Runs Batted In 394 (6th) 343 (16th)
Runs 416 (5th) 361 (17th)
Home Runs 87 (Tied-16th) 83 (Tied-19th)
Walks 312 (3rd) 240 (25th)
Stolen Bases 120 (2nd) 50 (17th)
Strikeouts 743 (9th) 809 (3rd)
Pitches 13072 (3rd) 12333 (Tied-19th)

Colorado Rockies recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/2/24 vs Milwaukee Brewers L 4-3
7/1/24 vs Milwaukee Brewers W 8-7 F/10
6/30/24 @ Chicago White Sox W 5-4 F/14
6/29/24 @ Chicago White Sox L 11-3
6/28/24 @ Chicago White Sox L 5-3

Milwaukee Brewers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/2/24 @ Colorado Rockies W 4-3
7/1/24 @ Colorado Rockies L 8-7 F/10
6/30/24 vs Chicago Cubs W 7-1
6/29/24 vs Chicago Cubs L 5-3
6/28/24 vs Chicago Cubs W 4-2

Brewers vs Rockies predictions

When you take a close look at the Milwaukee Brewers' lineup for the upcoming game against the Rockies, a few players really stand out with promising projections. Willy Adames, known to deliver at crucial moments, is likely to shake up the scoreboard and might just drive in a couple of crucial RBIs, backed by a solid hitting streak this season. Another Brewer to watch is Christian Yelich, who’s been getting on base consistently. His agility could see him snag a few stolen bases, especially at Coors Field, known for its spacious outfield. Then there's the catcher William Contreras, whose bat has been hot lately, and he’s expected to contribute significantly to the team’s hit total.

Shifting focus to the Colorado Rockies, Ryan McMahon is a key player who could make an impact. Known for slugging it out when it counts, McMahon might just knock a few out of the park, adding home runs and RBIs to his tally. On the diamond, Brendan Rodgers is another Rocky to keep an eye on with his consistent hitting, which could be crucial in setting up scoring opportunities. Although Dakota Hudson’s pitching hasn't been top-notch this season, a turnaround game isn’t off the table, and it could very well be this one, especially given the erratic nature of baseball.

Given the current dynamics and player forms, predicting a winner in this game leans towards an in-form Brewers team. Their robust batting lineup and more consistent pitching compared to the Rockies give them the upper edge. While the Rockies have shown sparks of brilliance, they'll need more than occasional fireworks to best the Brewers, who've been more consistent and assertive in their gameplay. Always expect the unexpected in baseball, but for this match, the Brewers seem like the safer bet. What do you think? Could the Rockies pull off an upset at home?

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Brewers vs Rockies game info

Venue Coors Field
Location Denver, Colorado
First pitch Wed 8:40 PM
Temperature 93°
Chance of Rain 0%

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