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Rockies Improve but Still Face Sluggers
26 Jul
Summary
- Rockies show improvement but face tough Brewers team.
- Milwaukee's rookies lead offense with clutch hits.
- Freeland to start for Rockies against Brewers ace.
The Colorado Rockies are showing significant improvement in the 2026 season compared to last year, though they still hold the National League's worst record. The team is set to conclude a series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday afternoon.
Colorado's left-hander Kyle Freeland will face Milwaukee's right-hander Jacob Misiorowski. Misiorowski has been dominant, leading the majors in strikeouts and ERA with his high-velocity pitches.
Freeland has struggled recently but brings intensity to his starts. He acknowledges the team's offensive improvement while noting the pitching staff's ongoing challenges.
Milwaukee, conversely, boasts a strong offense and pitching staff, leading the National League in ERA and saves. Their offense has been boosted by rookies Cooper Pratt and Luis Lara, who were instrumental in a recent victory.
