The San Diego Padres overcame the Colorado Rockies 5-2 on Wednesday, thanks to Matt Waldron’s solid pitching, Xander Bogaerts’ three hits, and a four-run first inning. Waldron’s knuckleball kept the Rockies’ batters at bay for six innings, while Bogaerts led the offense. Ha-Seong Kim contributed with two hits and two RBIs, solidifying the Padres’ victory.
The Colorado Rockies look to secure their first series win of the season and win consecutive games for the first time in 2024 as they face the San Diego Padres in the third game of their four-game series in Denver on Wednesday night. Despite early season struggles, the Rockies have high hopes for the future, centered around 22-year-old shortstop Ezequiel Tovar. Tovar has signed a seven-year contract extension and is showing signs of improvement, batting .312 this season. The Padres will send right-hander Matt Waldron to the mound, while the Rockies have yet to announce their starter. The Padres, despite missing Manny Machado due to paternity leave, have been hitting well in the series so far. However, the Rockies’ bullpen has been impressive, shutting down the Padres after the fourth inning in Tuesday’s game.
