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First Pitch: Cardinals set focus on defense for series opener in Colorado

First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. at Coors Field.

The Cardinals have adjusted their lineup to help combat Coors Field's reputation as a hitters park. The Rockies' home field also has one of the larger outfield spaces in baseball and thus emphasizes strong outfield range and defense.

So Dylan Carlson will start in centerfield for the Cardinals. Carlson's defense is considered superior to Tyler O'Neill's, as O'Neill is still learning the position and has shown signs of struggle early in the season. Rookie Jordan Walker and Alec Burleson will flank Carlson in right and left field, respectively.