Colorado Rockies vs Philadelphia Phillies Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Colorado Rockies will face the Philadelphia Phillies in the home opener at Citizens Bank Park on Monday afternoon. The Rockies are coming off a split series in Tampa Bay, while the Phillies have started the season with two wins in Washington. German Marquez will start for the Rockies, while Christopher Sanchez will take the mound for the Phillies. The first pitch is scheduled for 3:05 PM EST. Philadelphia is the betting favorite at -238.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rockies +202 | Phillies -238

Spread: Rockies +1.5 (-105) | Phillies -1.5 (-114)

Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 70%.

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies have struggled in the past two seasons, losing 100 or more games each year for the first time in franchise history. Despite not making any big offseason acquisitions, the team is relying on their young talent to step up and lead the way this season. In Saturday's game against the Rays, Brenton Doyle had an RBI single to help secure a 2-1 victory. Doyle, the leadoff hitter, has started the season slowly at the plate but is expected to improve based on his performance last season. Ryan McMahon, their third baseman and an All-Star last season, has been the standout player so far, going 4-7 at bat. The team's lineup also features promising young players like Ezequiel Tovar, Kris Bryant, and Michael Toglia. German Marquez, the team's starting pitcher, is looking to bounce back after injuries limited his playing time in recent seasons. With a power ranking of 29, Colorado is ranked 25th in offense and 8th in defense, and they are currently 1-1 this season.