Colorado Rockies game no. 50 thread: Jack Leiter vs Kyle Freeland
The Rockies look to take a series win from the Texas Rangers as the weather starts to clear.
DENVER, CO - MAY 03: Kyle Freeland #21 of the Colorado Rockies pitches during the game between the Atlanta Braves and the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Ray Bahner/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images After last night’s damp, cold, and miserable blowout loss, the Colorado Rockies find themselves tied at a game each in their series with the Texas Rangers. Today, with the weather slightly warmer and slightly sunnier—though there is a chance for rain—the Rockies will aim for the series win.
However, no dogs will be in attendance. Making the start for the Rockies is Kyle Freeland. The local left-handed veteran has struggled immensely since his return from the injured list.
After starting the season with a 2. 30 ERA until left shoulder soreness sidelined him, Freeland’s ERA has ballooned to 7. 22 over his last four starts.
His last three outings have been particularly difficult, with him allowing at least eight hits and six earned runs in each game. Freeland’s last time out against the Arizona Diamondbacks saw him last just 3. 2 innings while giving up seven earned runs on eight hits.