Giants set for first clash with Rockies
(MLB.com San Francisco Giants)

In their 45th contest of the year, the Giants will finally face division foe Colorado for the first time this season. Right-hander Jeff Samardzija (1-2, 6.94 ERA) will get the start in Thursday`s 7:15 p.m. PT opener of the four-game set, seeking his first quality start of the year. The Rockies are expected to counter with right-hander Chad Bettis (4-1, 3.12).