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The Colorado Rockies are set to face off against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Both teams have had their ups and downs this season, but this matchup promises to be an exciting one with a potential for a high-scoring game.
The Rockies have struggled this season with a 23-42 record and a poor 10-25 away record. Dakota Hudson will be their starting pitcher, who has had a tough season so far.
With offensive talents like Ryan McMahon and Elias Diaz, the Rockies have the potential to put runs on the board despite their overall struggles.
The Twins are doing relatively well this season with a 34-31 record and a 16-13 home record. Chris Paddack will be their starting pitcher, looking to improve his performance.
Ryan Jeffers has been a key player for the Twins, providing power in the lineup and driving in runs consistently.
| Team | Moneyline | Total | Run Line |
|---|---|---|---|
| COL (23-42) | +175 | o8.5 (-105) | +1.5 (-120) |
| MIN (34-31) | -210 | u8.5 (-115) | -1.5 (EVEN) |
The prediction for this game is that the total runs will go over 8.5. Here's why:
Both starting pitchers, Dakota Hudson for the Rockies and Chris Paddack for the Twins, have ERAs above 5.00, indicating their struggles on the mound this season. Hudson has a 5.25 ERA and Paddack has a 5.26 ERA, both of which suggest that they are prone to giving up runs.
Additionally, the Rockies and Twins have shown offensive potential, with key players capable of hitting home runs and driving in runs. The Rockies' recent games have often been high-scoring, including an 8-5 loss to the Cardinals and a 12-7 loss to the Reds. Similarly, the Twins have had several high-scoring games, including a 9-5 loss to the Yankees.
Considering the pitching struggles and the offensive capabilities of both teams, it's likely that this game will exceed the 8.5 run total.
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