* The Los Angeles Dodgers need to win games against the Colorado Rockies because they have been losing a lot lately. They want to make sure they get into the playoffs.
* The Rockies are not doing very well this season and have traded away some of their good players. This means the Dodgers have a good chance to win.
* The Dodgers will play three games against the Rockies, and the pitchers for both teams have different strengths and weaknesses, especially when playing in Colorado.