The set-up: The Rockies had lost eight in a row and 12 of 13 before last night's 6-2 win. However, I think the hard-hitting Phillies will bounce back here and take advantage of this "on again, off again" Rockies offense. I think the starters a wash today, with Vince Velasquez going for Philadelphia and German Marquez heading to the hill for the home side.

The pitchers: Marquez (2-1, 2.00 ERA) has been a bright spot for Colorado and for the most part he's been decent vs. Philly throughout his career, going 2-1 with a 3.32 ERA in three career starts, allowing seven runs over 19 innings opposed.

Velazquez (0-0, 2.25) is 2-1 with a 5.23 ERA in six career starts vs. the Rockies. Note that Philadelphia has won all three games in which he's pitched so far this season.

The pick: Take it for what you will as well, but Philadelphia is 10-5 (+3.7 units) vs. right-handed starters this year, while Colorado is just 3-7 (-5 units) in the same position. Consider the visitors in this one.

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