Wed Apr 16 03:10:00 UTC 2025: **Rockies Look to Break Offensive Slump Against Padres Ace in Crucial Series Finale**
SAN DIEGO, CA – The Colorado Rockies (3-11) face a must-win situation in the final game of their series against the San Diego Padres (12-3) at Petco Park. After being shut out in the first two games – their first back-to-back shutouts since April 2021 – the Rockies desperately need to generate offense.
The Rockies will send Kyle Freeland (0-2, 3.79 ERA) to the mound. While Freeland has a strong history against the Padres, including a 3.07 ERA in 10 starts at Petco Park, he’s been hampered by a lack of run support. His last start saw him pitch 6 1/3 strong innings against Milwaukee, but the Rockies’ bats were silent.
The Padres counter with ace Michael King, who, despite a slightly higher-than-usual 4.05 ERA this season, remains a formidable opponent. King has been dominant at Petco Park, including a five-inning scoreless outing in his last home start.
The game will air on KOA 850 AM/94.1 FM and KNRV 1150 (Spanish). The question remains: Can the Rockies finally break through offensively, or will they suffer a series sweep?
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