Los Angeles at Colorado

The L.A. Dodgers are the favorites, but have a losing road record. They opened as the favorite in every game of this trip to Coors Field, but lost the first two by a 19-5 count! The Dodgers' offense has disappointed, ranked #19 in runs scored, #20 in on-base percentage and #24 in slugging. The Colorado Rockies have climbed over .500 and are quickly becoming a realistic contender for a playoff spot with a 14-5 record since the All-Star break. The Rockies have won six in a row at home with a powerhouse offense ranked second in runs scored, third in on-base percentage and second in slugging. The Rockies' starting pitchers are 10-0 with a 2.00 ERA in the last 13 games. Rockies' starter Tyler Chatwood (10-6, 3.50 ERA) has faced the Dodgers twice this season with a .171 batting average against. Colorado registered 17 hits on Wednesday in a 12-2 victory and the Rockies are 9-4 against a starter with a WHIP less than 1.15. With the Dodgers on a 3-7 run at Coors Field, back the hot home team and play Colorado.