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Today's Betting Overview - Nationals vs. Rockies
The Nationals take on the Rockies on Sunday, April 9th 2023 at Coors Field, Denver. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Washington Nationals (3-6) vs. Colorado Rockies (3-6)
- Date: Sunday, April 9th 2023
- Time: 3:10 ET
- Venue: Coors Field, Denver
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Washington Nationals - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Washington Nationals come into this road contest vs Colorado with a below .500 record (3-6). In the NL East standings, the team ranks 5th. When playing away from home, the Nationals have played well posting a record of 2-1.
Washington currently has an average run margin of -1.8 runs per game. The Nationals have failed to cover the runline in two consecutive games and have an overall 4-5 record against it. The underdog status has been a constant for Washington entering as the underdog in all nine of their games played this season. Their over/under mark comes in at 5-3.
So far, has pitched in one game and still stands with a record of 0-0. Against the Rockies, Chad Kuhl is hoping to improve on his current ERA of 7.20. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .235. Chad Kuhl has given up one home run leading to a WOBA allowed of .286. Kuhl has a WHIP of 1.00, with one walk allowed.
Washington's offense enters play with the 23rd-ranked scoring offense, averaging 3.8 runs per game. The Nationals' offense comes into this matchup ranked 6th in the league, at .269. Although the team is hitting for a high batting average, they have struggled to generate power, ranking 28th in the league, at five home runs. Washington's overall OBP of .333 is good for 11th in the league.
Colorado Rockies - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Washington, the Rockies have a record of just 3-6. This places the team 5th in the NL West. Colorado has yet to take advantage of playing at home, going just 1-2.
Colorado's average run margin currently sits at -1.7 runs per game. With a current runline winning streak of two games, the Rockies have an overall 2-7 record versus the runline. In games where they are favored, Colorado holds a straight-up record of 1-2, with a 0-3 record versus the runline. As underdogs, the team has a 2-4 record against the runline and a straight-up mark of 2-4. Colorado's over/under record for the season currently stands at 5-4.
Ryan Feltner gets the starting nod for Colorado, looking to improve his overall record of 0-1. With an ERA of 9.64, Ryan Feltner has had his struggles on the mound. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .235 against him. Ryan Feltner has given up one home run leading to a WOBA allowed of .390. With a total of five walks, Feltner has a WHIP of 1.93.
Offensively, Colorado is scoring at a rate near the MLB average, at 3.8 runs per game. The Rockies' combined batting average currently sits at .255, placing them 14th in the league. In terms of home runs, Colorado ranks 21st, with a total of eight long balls. Colorado's offense currently sits 24th in OBP, coming in at .300.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Nationals vs. Rockies
Heading into today's matchup between Colorado and Washington, the Rockies are the betting favorite at -144 on the moneyline. Colorado's implied win probability sits at 59.02%. The MLB predictive model has the Rockies picking up the win. However, it is recommended to stick to the moneyline for today's action.
Recommended Betting Pick: Rockies Moneyline
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