Oh boy, let's dive right into this one, shall we? We have the Colorado Rockies headed east to face the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field, a venue that does no special favors for hitters or pitchers - it's like Switzerland in there, completely neutral.
Now, casting glances at the pitching department, we have Ty Blach warming up for the Rockies. He's got a rather unpleasant 6.84 ERA this season with almost as many strikeouts per game as a ballerina has pirouettes. On the other hand, the Brewers have got Tobias Myers throwing the leather, who looks as steady as an octopus on roller skates with a 3.06 ERA.
The Rockies are bringing some firepower with Jake Cave, Brendan Rodgers, and Mike Toglia. Toglia's batting average is hovering in the quarter region, but Brendan Rodgers is batting closer to .300 and has sent more than a handful over the fence this year. That could spell trouble if Myers isn't on top of his game.
Meanwhile, the Brewers aren't just bringing beer to this party. Jackson Chourio and Willy Adames are the major threats here, delivering hits and runs like pizza delivery guys, while Blake Perkins is that sneaky speedster with the penchant for swiping bases.
Looking at their past encounters, it appears that the Rockies have managed to squeeze out more slim victories than their counterparts. Add in the fact that both teams' recent form is about as consistent as a hiccuping Morse code operator, it makes predicting this game as simple as quantum physics.
However, the Rockies currently have a record that would make a sea urchin shiver and the Brewers are looking strong with a positive win-loss tally. Is there an upset on the cards? Well, as likely as a kangaroo in a dinner jacket, I reckon.
Albert's Prediction: Milwaukee Brewers by 2