San Diego Padres Starter Drew Pomeranz Out to Silence Colorado Rockies Bats in MLB Contest

The San Diego Padres will look to improve on a 21-34 record when they take on the Colorado Rockies, a key part of the MLB betting odds line up on Friday.

San Diego sends Drew Pomeranz out against Chris Rusin for the Colorado Rockies in this game. Pomeranz is 4-5 with a 2.48 ERA on the season, while Rusin is 1-3 on the year and has a 4.75 ERA.

Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick

Those going with the San Diego Padres in this one found them listed on the odds board as moneyline favorites of -137 at Sportsbook for Friday's contest. The betting total was hovering near 7 at Sportsbook.

Odds Shark computer prediction handicapping models run on this game pick a 6.5-6.1 victory for the Padres. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming MLB matchups here.

Colorado Rockies vs San Diego Padres Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

21-34 San Diego battles the Rockies, currently with a 24-29 mark. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and San Diego vs Colorado injuries news.

According to MLB Power Rankings here, it's the No. 29-ranked San Diego Padres and the No. 20-rated Colorado Rockies in this matchup.

Statistical Matchup

At the plate, San Diego owns the No. 20 ranking for hits at 8.11 per game. By contrast, the Colorado Rockies are rated No. 3 in the same category at 9.51 per game.

Defensively, Colorado features the No. 10-rated defense on the road, allowing 3.93 runs per game. San Diego, meanwhile, comes in at No. 21 at home, scoring 3.74 runs per game.