On the afternoon of August 18, 2024, a compelling matchup is set between the San Diego Padres and the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field, beginning at 3:10 PM under partially cloudy skies. Joe Musgrove will take the mound for the Padres, entering the game with a 5.199 ERA, while Bradley Blalock will pitch for the Rockies, sporting a 4.050 ERA. The Padres currently sit fifth in the 2024 NL West Division with a record of 69-53, marking a .570 winning percentage. They have secured 19 wins and 18 losses within the division, positioning them third. Their recent performance has been strong, winning 9 of their last 10 games and they are riding a three-game winning streak. At home, their record stands at 33-29, and 36-24 when playing away. During daytime games, the Padres have claimed 29 victories, while their nighttime record shows 40 wins. The team has scored 582 runs and conceded 512. Conversely, the Rockies find themselves in a tougher spot, ranked 15th in the division with a 44-78 record, which is a .360 winning percentage. They have struggled in divisional play with only 13 wins against 27 losses, ranking them fifth. They’ve managed only 3 wins in their last 10 outings and currently have a three-game losing streak. The Rockies have a home record of 27-32 and a dismal 17-46 on the road. In day games, they’ve accumulated 13 wins compared to 31 in night games. The Rockies have scored 521 runs while giving up 718.