Runs to be scarce as Giants, Rockies joust
Madison Bumgarner’s a virtual lock to be named to the National League All-Star squad when the rosters for next week’s exhibition are revealed today. His past two outings, however, have produced middling returns.
San Francisco’s ace gets a great opportunity to turn things around tonight. Bruce Bochy’s bunch continues its series vs. Colorado, with a 10:15 p.m. ET first pitch at AT&T Park. Oddsmakers at online sports book BetDSI favor the host Giants, whereas the Rockies symbolize +185 underdogs. The over/under run total rests at seven.
After falling to the Phillies on June 25, Bumgarner had high expectations entering last Thursday’s interleague bout against the A’s. While his teammates bombarded Oakland with a 14-hit attack, the 2014 World Series MVP allowed a season-worst four runs and fanned just four batters. He’s liable to rise to the occasion in several hours, though, given that 43-28 home record since 2009.
Colorado also sends a very capable option to the hill. Eight-game winner Tyler Chatwood returns from a back strain to contest a San Francisco lineup that managed just five base knocks roughly 15 hours ago. The 26-year-old twirled five scoreless innings in his final rehab assignment for the Class A-Modesto Nuts.
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We rarely suggest spurning Bumgarner, and this evening represents no exception. Still, can the Giants’ offensive threats cause Chatwood considerable harm? Take the safe route, and bank on a low-scoring affair.
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