The Road to Redemption: Rockies Seek to Even the Series
The Pitching Duel: Freeland vs. Lauer
Taking the mound for the Colorado Rockies will be Kyle Freeland, making his ninth start of the 2026 season. The left-hander has posted an ERA of 7.04 over 38.1 innings pitched. He has recorded 35 strikeouts, issued 14 walks, and allowed nine home runs, resulting in a WHIP of 1.70. His performance will be crucial in setting the tone for the Rockies.
Dodgers' New Addition: Eric Lauer's Debut
The Los Angeles Dodgers will introduce their new left-handed pitcher, Eric Lauer, for his inaugural start with the team. Lauer, aged 30, was recently acquired from the Toronto Blue Jays on May 17th. This season, he holds a 1-5 record with a 6.69 ERA across eight appearances for Toronto. In the previous season, he had an impressive 9-2 record with a 3.18 ERA, achieving a career-best 2.2 fWAR. Currently, he has pitched 36.1 innings, striking out 26 batters, walking 16, and giving up 11 home runs, with a WHIP of 1.34.
Game Information: Schedule and Broadcast
The first pitch for this pivotal game is scheduled for 8:10 PM MDT. Fans can catch the action live on Rockies TV, or listen via radio on KOA 850 AM/94.1 FM, with a Spanish broadcast available on KNRV 1150.
Team Rosters: Who's Playing Tonight?
The Colorado Rockies' lineup for tonight includes Castro, Freeman, Tovar, Goodman, Fulford, McCarthy, Karros, Johnston, Stevens, and Freeland. For the home team, the Los Angeles Dodgers will feature Ohtani, Pages, Freeman, Betts, Tucker, Hernández T., Smith, Rojas, Hernández K., and Lauer.