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Rockies Face Cubs: Rookie Pitcher Aims to Reverse Losing Streak

8/30/2025

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The Colorado Rockies host the Chicago Cubs, featuring rookie pitcher Cade Horton with a 0.49 ERA in seven starts.
The Rockies' pitching has struggled, holding a 5.97 ERA, the worst in the league.
Brenton Doyle leads the Rockies with a .393 batting average since the All-Star break.
The Cubs have won all three matchups against the Rockies this season.
Tonight's game is critical for the Rockies to avoid a record number of losses.

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Story summary

The Colorado Rockies host the Chicago Cubs, featuring rookie pitcher Cade Horton with a 0.49 ERA in seven starts.
The Rockies' pitching has struggled, holding a 5.97 ERA, the worst in the league.
Brenton Doyle leads the Rockies with a .393 batting average since the All-Star break.
The Cubs have won all three matchups against the Rockies this season.
Tonight's game is critical for the Rockies to avoid a record number of losses.