Today’s Matchup – July 2, 2011

The Rockies continue their 3-game series against the Royals, the final one they’ll play against the American League, tonight at Coors Field. Jhoulys Chacin was originally scheduled to start, but he was scratched for forearm tightness, which may be a partial explanation for his troubles on Monday in Chicago. Greg Reynolds, who was solid in some spot starts back in April, takes another stab at it tonight in Chacin’s place.

Game #83: Greg Reynolds (2-0, 4.08) vs. Kyle Davies (1-6, 7.46)

Colorado Rockies (40-42)
Games Back: 6.5 (NL West); 7.5 (Wild Card)
Games Left: 79
Streak: Won 1
Last 10: 4-6
Elimination Number: 74

Tonight’s Lineup
Carlos Gonzalez, CF
Mark Ellis, 2B
Todd Helton, 1B
Troy Tulowitzki, SS
Seth Smith, RF
Ty Wigginton, 3B
Charlie Blackmon, LF
Chris Iannetta, C
Greg Reynolds, P

Kansas City Royals (33-49)
Games Back: 11 (AL Central); 14.5 (Wild Card)
Games Left: 79
Streak: Lost 4
Last 10: 2-8
Elimination Number: 69

Tonight’s Lineup
Chris Getz, 2B
Melky Cabrera, CF
Alex Gordon, LF
Jeff Francoeur, RF
Eric Hosmer, 1B
Brayan Pena, C
Mike Moustakas, 3B
Alcides Escobar, SS
Kyle Davies, P

First pitch is 6:10 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time from Coors Field in Denver. In the Rocky Mountain region, the game will be broadcast on ROOT Sports. In Kansas City, it will be on Fox Sports Kansas City. The game can also be heard on 850 KOA in Denver and on KCSP 610 in KC.