New York Mets vs
Colorado RockiesPredictions & Preview

New York Mets Look to Continue Dominance Over Colorado Rockies in National League Matchup

On June 7, the New York Mets will face off against the Colorado Rockies in a matchup between one of the best and worst teams in the National League. The Mets, leading the NL East division, will start Clay Holmes while the Rockies, currently at the bottom of the league, will start Carson Palmquist. The Mets previously swept the Rockies in a 3-game series. In this upcoming game, Tylor Megill will pitch for the Mets and German Marquez will pitch for the Rockies. New York is the betting favorite with a line of -270 that has remained unchanged. The game is scheduled to begin at 3:10 P.M. EST.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Mets -270 | Rockies +230
• Spread: Mets -1.5 (-178) | Rockies +1.5 (+158)
• Total: Over/Under 11 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 73%.

New York vs Colorado Stats

New York Mets

The New York Mets are currently in first place in the National League East division with a 40-24 overall record. They lead the division by 2.5 games over the Phillies. The Mets have a 16-17 road record this year but have won 10 of their last 13 games. They are also 4-0 against the Rockies this season. In their last game, they defeated the Rockies 4-2 with Francisco Lindor hitting a two RBI double in the 9th inning. Tylor Megill will be starting for the Mets, who has a 4-4 record with a 3.77 ERA in 12 starts. The Mets have a .244 batting average this season, ranking 17th in the league, with the 10th most runs scored. They have the top-ranked defense, allowing an average of 3.30 points per game.

Colorado Rockies Analysis

The Colorado Rockies are currently struggling with a record of 12-51 this season, placing them in last in the National League West division by a significant margin. They also hold the worst record in baseball by 8.5 games. Despite a recent sweep of the Marlins, the Rockies have lost nine of their last 12 games, including a 4-2 loss to the Mets on Friday. German Marquez, with a 2-7 record and a 6.98 ERA, is set to start for the Rockies. The team is struggling offensively, ranking last in the sport with a .216 batting average and the fewest runs and hits. They have hit the fifth fewest home runs and have the highest strikeout rate in the sport. In their recent series against the Mets, the Rockies hit just .151 at the plate. Additionally, the Rockies have a power ranking of 29 and rank last in offense, scoring an average of 3.14 runs per game, and 29th in defense, giving up an average of 6.05 runs per game. Despite these challenges, the Rockies managed to sweep the Mets in their last three matchups.

Mets Expected to Dominate Rockies in Upcoming Matchup Based on Strong Pitching and Offense

The upcoming game between the Mets and Rockies appears to heavily favor the Mets. As the division leaders, the Mets possess strong pitching and a powerful offense, contrasting with the Rockies' ongoing struggling performance. Recent statistics show that the Rockies have a poor record when German Marquez pitches at home, suggesting a potential advantage for the Mets in this matchup. Given the evident disparity in offensive capabilities between the two teams, it is reasonable to anticipate a decisive victory for the Mets. Therefore, it is recommended to consider selecting the Mets to cover in this game.

Sources: