Cubs Set to Unearth Victory in the Rockies' Terrain at Salt River Fields
As the Chicago Cubs prepare to face off against the Colorado Rockies at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, fans are eager for a glimpse of what could unfold on March 21st. The Cubs, who have had a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, are looking to solidify their performance as they step into the Rockies' territory.
In their last game against the Oakland Athletics on March 20th, despite a lackluster hitting average of .036 and only managing one hit throughout nine innings, they showed resilience. The bullpen's ERA stood at 3.857 with an impressive strikeout-to-walk ratio (K/BB) of 11.0, indicating that while bats may have been quiet, arms were alive and kicking.
The Cubs' pitching staff will need to replicate this dominance against a Rockies team that can capitalize on any given opportunity. With an overall WHIP (Walks plus Hits per Inning Pitched) of just under one from their previous game and an opponent batting average (OBA) sitting at .231 from bullpen efforts, it's clear that Chicago's pitchers have what it takes to keep runners off base paths.
However, offense cannot be overlooked; it is imperative for the Cubs hitters to step up after such a disappointing showing in hits during their last outing. A repeat performance simply won't cut it if they wish to come out on top against Colorado.
Looking back further provides some hope – during a match-up with Texas Rangers on March 17th where both teams had ten hits each but different outcomes with runs; eight for CHC versus six for TEX. This shows that when bats connect with balls effectively as they did then - boasting an average of .294 - runs follow suit and victories are within reach.
The upcoming game is not just about improving averages or redeeming past performances; it’s about setting a tone for future games and building momentum as regular season looms closer.
Fans can catch this exciting encounter between the Chicago Cubs and Colorado Rockies live from Scottsdale on March 21st at 1:10 PM MST.