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Houston Astros vs. Colorado Rockies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Astros vs. Colorado Rockies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Astros (8-19) and Colorado Rockies (7-20) wrap up a 2-game interleague series at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu in Mexico City. First pitch is scheduled for 4:05 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Rockies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Astros lead 1-0

The Astros haven’t played anywhere close to their recent standards, but Houston picked up a 12-4 win in Mexico City against Colorado, as Yordan Alvarez swatted 2 of the team’s 3 homers. Houston (-205) cashed as the favorite with the Under (16.5) just coming in at most shops.

Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu sits at 7,349 feet about sea level, which is roughly more than 2,000 feet higher than Coors Field in Denver.

The Rockies have dropped 4 of the past 6 games, and they’re 3-10 in the past 13 outings. The Under and Over have alternated in each of the past 7 contests.

Astros vs. Rockies projected starters

LHP Framber Valdez vs. LHP Austin Gomber

Valdez (0-0, 2.19 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.38 WHIP, 4.4 BB/9 and 7.3 K/9 in 12 1/3 IP.

Last start: No-decision, 7 2/3 IP, 0 ER, 6 H, 0 BB, 5 K in 2-1 home loss vs. Toronto Blue Jays Tuesday
2023 road splits: (8-3, 3.56 ERA) with a 1.21 WHIP, 37 BB, 93 K and .224 opponents’ batting average (OBA) in 96 IP (15 starts)

Gomber (0-1, 4.32 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.48 WHIP, 4.0 BB/9 and 7.2 K/9 in 25 IP.

Last start: No-decision, 5 IP, 1 ER, 4 H, 3 BB, 2 K in 3-1 home loss vs. San Diego Padres Monday
Career vs. Astros: (1-1, 4.50 ERA) with a 1.00 WHIP, 2 BB, 11 K in 2 starts across 12 IP

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Astros vs. Rockies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:17 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Astros -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Rockies +170 (bet $100 to win $180)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (-155) | Rockies +1.5 (+120)
Over/Under (O/U): 16.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Astros vs. Rockies picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 10, Rockies 9

Moneyline

The Astros (-210) will set you back more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s much too big of a risk for a small return.

At this venue, anything can happen, as we’ll see several more homers at altitude.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

The ROCKIES +1.5 (+120) are worth a look at plus-money catching the run and a half. This should be a wild series finale in Mexico City, with plenty of power on display on both sides.

Colorado is a respectable 5-6 on the run line as an underdog, including 3 outright victories as a heavy ‘dog.

While the Astros -1.5 (-155) won Saturday’s series opener, Houston had lost the past 5 outings, and it is just 1-3 in the past 4 games as a favorite on the run line.

Over/Under

OVER 16.5 (-110) is a giant number, but now that the batters have had a full game under their belt, they’ll know what to expect. This game should see a few more runs than we saw in the series opener.

Colorado pitching has allowed 21 runs in the past 2 games, and at least 5 runs in 3 in a row, and 9 of the past 13 outings.

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Houston Astros vs. Colorado Rockies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Houston Astros vs. Colorado Rockies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Astros (7-19) and Colorado Rockies (7-19) open a 2-game interleague series at Estadio Alfredo Harp Helu in Mexico City. First pitch is scheduled for 6:05 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Astros vs. Rockies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Astros won 3-1 in 2023

The Astros have gotten off to a brutal start, winning just 7 times in the first 26 games. Houston has dropped 5 in a row and 8 of the past 9 outings. The Under has cashed in 5 straight while going 8-0-1 in the past 9 contests since April 15.

The Rockies picked up a 10-9 win against the San Diego Padres in the series finale Thursday, splitting a 4-game set with the division rivals. The Under is 8-4 in the past 12 games for Colorado.

The books are expecting fireworks, as the venue in Mexico City sits at 7,349 feet above sea level, which is more than 2,000 feet higher than Coors Field in Denver.

Astros vs. Rockies projected starters

RHP Ronel Blanco vs. RHP Cal Quantrill

Blanco (2-0, 1.33 ERA) makes his 5th start of the season. He has a 0.85 WHIP, 4.0 BB/9 and 7.3 K/9 in 27 innings.

Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 2 ER, 5 H (1 HR), 3 BB, 6 K in 5-4 road loss in 10 innings vs. Washington Nationals April 20
2024 road splits: (1-0, 1.50 ERA) with a 1.08 WHIP, 7 BB, 10 K and .146 opponents’ batting average in 2 starts across 12 IP

Quantrill (0-2, 4.33 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.48 WHIP, 4.0 BB/9 and 5.0 K/9 in 27 innings.

Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 0 ER, 3 H, 5 BB, 4 K in 2-1 home win in 10 innings vs. Seattle Mariners Sunday
Career vs. Astros: (1-1, 2.75 ERA) with a 1.32 WHIP, 8 BB, 14 K in 3 starts and 2 relief appearances

Astros vs. Rockies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Astros -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Rockies +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -2.5 (-120) | Rockies +2.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 16 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Astros vs. Rockies picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 8, Rockies 6

Moneyline

The Astros (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not enough reward, especially in a venue the players aren’t terribly familiar with.

The Rockies (+180) enter with an identical record as the more heralded Astros, and it is tempting to play the larger underdog.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

The ROCKIES +2.5 (+100) at even-money catching the runs is the best bet here. Both of these teams should hit early and often at high elevation, and no lead is expected to be safe. This game should be like Coors Field on steroids, so buckle up and expect a rough ride until the end.

Over/Under

UNDER 16 (-115) is the lean, but go lightly with a half-unit play at most.

This game is being played at high elevation, but a total of 16 is quite a high number. It will be interesting to see how the teams acclimate, as even the Rockies could have trouble moving up 2,000 feet in elevation.

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San Diego Padres at Colorado Rockies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s San Diego Padres at Colorado Rockies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Diego Padres (14-13) visit the Colorado Rockies (6-19) end a 4-game series on Thursday with 1st pitch from Coors Field scheduled for 3:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Padres vs. Rockies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Padres lead 2-1

The Padres got back in the win column on Wednesday with a 5-2 victory over the Rockies to cover as -146 favorites. A 4-run 1st inning led the charge for the win. SS Ha-Seong Kim and CF Jackson Merrill each had 2 RBIs while RHP Matt Waldron allowed 1 ER in 6 IP to pick up the win.

The Rockies failed to cover on Wednesday as +134 home underdogs. Both of their runs came on solo HRs from 3B Ryan McMahon and C Elias Diaz. LHP Ty Blach gave up 4 ER in 5 IP to take the loss.

Padres at Rockies projected starters

RHP Randy Vasquez vs. RHP Dakota Hudson

Vasquez (0-1, 1.80 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He has a 1.20 WHIP, 1.80 BB/9 and 5.40 K/9 in 5 IP.

Last start: Loss, 5 IP, 5 H, 4 R (1 ER), 1 BB, 3 K vs. the Toronto Blue Jays on April 20
Last year as rookie he went 2-2 with 2.87 ERA in 5 starts with the New York Yankees

Hudson (0-4, 5.06 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.59 WHIP, 4.64 BB/9 and 5.06 K/9 in 21.1 IP.

Rockies 0-4 in his starts and have scored just 5 total runs of offense
Has allowed 3 or more ER in each of his last 3 starts
In his 4 starts, he has given up 2 HR, struck out 12 batters and walked 11.

Padres at Rockies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 10:58 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Padres -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Rockies +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Padres -1.5 (+105) | Rockies +1.5 (-125)
Over/Under (O/U): 11 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Padres at Rockies picks and predictions

Prediction

Padres 6, Rockies 3

Moneyline

PASS.

The run line presents better value for the Padres.

Run line/Against the spread

BET PADRES -1.5 (+105).

San Diego has scored 4 or more runs in 3 of its last 4 games and held opponents to 3 or fewer in 3 of its last 4. Each of its last 6 wins has come by 2 or more runs including 5 of its last 7 road games. It faces Hudson, who has struggled as the start of the season and has given up 3 or more ER in each of his last 3 starts. Each of Colorado’s last 4 losses has come by 2 or more runs.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 11 (-115).

The Padres have scored 6 or fewer runs in 9 of their last 10 games and 5 or fewer in 6 of their last 7. They have allowed 5 or fewer runs in 9 of their last 10.

The Rockies have scored 6 or more just 2 times in their last 10 games and have scored 2 or fewer runs in 8 of their last 10. They have hit the Under in 6 of their last 9 eligible games.

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San Diego Padres at Colorado Rockies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s San Diego Padres at Colorado Rockies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Diego Padres (13-13) take on the Colorado Rockies (6-18) Wednesday in the 3rd game of a 4-game set at Coors Field at 8:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Padres vs. Rockies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

Colorado rocked the Padres 7-4 Tuesday. The Padres got out to a 4-1 lead in the 3rd and didn’t score again. OF Jackson Merrill went 2 for 3 Tuesday, and his .467 batting average (21 for 45) is the highest road mark in baseball. The Padres are tied for 9th with 4.8 R/game and are 10th with a 3.85 ERA. They are 7-5 on the road thus far.

2B Brendan Rodgers‘ lone hit was the difference Tuesday as it went for a grand slam. The Rockies have just 6 wins on the year, and 4 of them have come at home. Their 6-18 start has tied their worst start in their 32 years as a franchise.

Padres at Rockies projected starters

RHP Matt Waldron vs. TBD

Waldron (0-2, 4.74 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.53 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 8.5 K/9 over 19 innings.

Last start: Loss, 4 2/3 IP, 5 ER, 7 H, 1 BB, 2 K Friday
Home/road career splits: 1-1, 3.04 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, 5.7 K/9 in 5 road starts; 0-4, 5.61 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 8.6 K/9 in 7 home games (5 starts)
Has never faced Rockies before

The Rockies have yet to announce a starter for Wednesday.

Rockies are last in MLB with a 5.68 ERA and 1.66 WHIP
Rockies’ bullpen is 23rd in MLB with a 4.88 ERA and last with a 1.58 WHIP

Padres at Rockies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:40 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Padres -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Rockies +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Padres -1.5 (-110) | Rockies +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 11 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Padres at Rockies picks and predictions

Prediction

Padres 7, Rockies 3

Moneyline

The Padres should rebound here as the Rockies could wind up going with a bullpen game. However, dropping -160 on a .500 team with an unknown on the hill isn’t a good use of funds.

Instead, let’s go with MATT WALDRON OVER 3.5 K’S (-135). He has 4+ K’s in 3 of 4 starts, and the Rockies are the 5th-easiest to whiff in baseball.

Run line/Against the spread

We’re projecting a multi-run win for San Diego here, but I don’t like betting -110 on it. Let’s stick with Waldron and take MATT WALDRON UNDER 16.5 OUTS (-135). He has never pitched in Coors Field. He relies on a 91-mph 4-seamer, a knuckleball, sinker, sweeper and cutter. That’s not the repertoire that you can control in the altitude. He also hasn’t pitched 5 2/3 in any of his starts this season.

Over/Under

This one can go either way, but I have trouble betting an Over 11 when Colorado is tied for 24th at 3.7 R/game. The first game of this series went Under, and Tuesday’s game would have pushed.

LEAN UNDER 11 (-105).

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San Diego Padres at Colorado Rockies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s San Diego Padres at Colorado Rockies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Diego Padres (12-12) open a 4-game series against the Colorado Rockies (5-17) Monday. First pitch from Coors Field is at 8:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Padres vs. Rockies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Padres won 9-4 last year

The Padres snapped a 3-game losing streak with a 6-3 home win over the Toronto Blue Jays Sunday, salvaging 1 game of the 3-game series. Starting RHP Joe Musgrove allowed 3 runs in 7 innings for the win. They are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

The Rockies have lost 7 of their last 8 games and are coming off a 10-2 home loss to the Seattle Mariners Sunday, losing 2 of 3 in the series.

Padres at Rockies projected starters

RHP Dylan Cease vs. LHP Austin Gomber

Cease (2-1, 1.99 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 0.93 WHIP, 4.4 BB/9 and 10.7 K/9 in 22 2/3 innings.

Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 2 H, 5 BB, 7 K in 6-3 road win over Milwaukee Brewers Tuesday
Has allowed 2 or fewer earned runs in all 4 starts this season

Gomber (0-1, 4.95 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.50 WHIP, 3.6 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 in 20 innings.

Last start: Loss, 5 1/3 IP, 3 ER, 6 H, 0 BB, 4 K in 5-0 loss at Philadelphia Phillies Tuesday
Career vs. Padres: 2-3, 3.61 ERA (47 1/3 IP, 19 ER), 1.23 WHIP in 8 starts and 4 relief appearances

Padres at Rockies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Padres -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Rockies +155 (bet $100 to win $155)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Padres -1.5 (-125) | Rockies +1.5 (+105)
Over/Under (O/U): 10.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Padres at Rockies picks and predictions

Prediction

Padres 5, Rockies 3

Moneyline

Well, the Rockies are 5-17 this season and aren’t even doing well at home. They are 3-6 at Coors Field to start the season. They have been held to 2 or fewer runs in 6 of the last 7 games.

The Padres (-190) are 5-1 in their last 6 games when opponents score 3 or fewer runs. They are 6-4 on the road this season and have won Cease’s last 2 outings.

But betting them at -190 isn’t worth the action.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

Nine of the Padres’ 12 wins have been by 2 or more runs.

Twelve of the Rockies’ 17 losses have been by 2 or more runs, including 3 of their last 4.

BET PADRES -1.5 (-125).

Over/Under

While Coors Field has a reputation of high-scoring games, only 4 of 12 contests there this season have had 11 or more total runs.

The Rockies have scored 3 or fewer runs 15 times in 22 outings this season and are 1-14 in those games. Six of their last 8 games have not reached 11 total runs.

BET UNDER 10.5 (-110).

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Seattle Mariners at Colorado Rockies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Seattle Mariners at Colorado Rockies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Seattle Mariners (9-10) visit the Colorado Rockies (4-15) Saturday night in the opener of a 3-game series after Friday’s game was postponed. First pitch from Coors Field is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mariners vs. Rockies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting of 2024.

Seattle has won 3 games in a row after beating Cincinnati 5-1 Wednesday to complete the sweep and cover as a -133 home favorite. DH Mitch Garver, C Cal Raleigh and 3B Josh Rojas each homered while RHP Bryce Miller gave up 1 ER in 6 innings to pick up the win.

The Rockies have lost 5 games in a row after falling 7-6 against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday and getting swept on the road. A 5-run 8th inning with 2 RBIs from SS Ezequiel Tovar was not enough to complete the comeback. RHP Ryan Feltner gave up 6 ER in 5.1 innings to pick up the loss.

Mariners at Rockies projected starters

RHP Luis Castillo vs. RHP Dakota Hudson

Castillo (0-4, 5.82 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.66 WHIP, 1.7 BB/9 and 11.2 K/9 through 21.2 IP.

Coming off his best start of the season: Loss, 6 IP, 2 ER, 0 BB, 9 K against Chicago Cubs
2 career starts in Coors Field: 0-2, 11.57 ERA, 2.36 WHIP, 11 K in 9 1/3 IP

Hudson (0-3, 4.15 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.27 WHIP, 3.1 BB/9 and 5.7 K/9 through 17.1 IP.

The Rockies are 0-3 in Hudson’s previous 3 starts with the team providing just 5 total runs of offense total.
Hudson has struck out 11 batters while walking 6 this season. He has allowed 8 ER in his past 2 starts combined.

Mariners at Rockies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated 11:05 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mariners -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Rockies +155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Mariners -1.5 (-120) | Rockies +1.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 10 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Mariners at Rockies picks and predictions

Prediction

Mariners 6, Rockies 3

Moneyline

PASS.

There is minimal value on the Mariners, who are 5-2 in their last 7 games, to beat the Rockies who are 2-8 in their last 10.

Run line/Against the spread

BET MARINERS -1.5 (-120).

Seattle has won 3 games in a row with each coming by 2 or more runs. They have allowed a total of 5 runs total in that span. Each of its last 6 wins have come by at least 2 runs. 3 of the last 5 losses for the Rockies have come by 2 or more runs with the team scoring 1 run or less in 3 of its last 5.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 10 (-105).

While both pitchers have not had strong outings to start the season, neither team has a strong offense. The Mariners have scored 5 runs or fewer in 8 of their last 10 while the Rockies have scored 3 runs or fewer in 7 of their last 10.

Seattle has hit the Under in 8 of its last 10 while Colorado has hit the Under in 7 of its last 10.

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Colorado Rockies at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Colorado Rockies at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Colorado Rockies (4-14) will try to avoid the sweep as they wrap up a 3-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies (10-8) Wednesday. First pitch from Citizens Bank Park is at 6:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockies vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Phillies lead 2-0

The Rockies have lost 4 straight after winning the 1st outing on their current 6-game road trip. They were shut out 5-0 by the Phillies Tuesday, a step in the wrong direction after losing a close 2-1 decision in 10 innings Monday night.

Phillies LHP Ranger Suarez pitched the 2nd complete game in MLB this season, allowing 7 hits and 1 walk with 8 strikeouts in Tuesday’s win.

The Phillies will look to pick up their 1st series sweep of the year Wednesday. They are 5-2 in their last 7 but have not won more than 2 consecutive games this season.

Rockies at Phillies projected starters

RHP Ryan Feltner vs. LHP Cristopher Sanchez

Feltner (1-1, 3.38 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.31 WHIP, 6 BB and 18 K in 16 innings.

Last start: Win, 5 IP, 2 ER, 8 H, 2 BB, 4 K in 12-4 road victory over Toronto Blue Jays Friday
Has posted a 2.54 ERA through 11 IP in his last 2 starts

Sanchez (0-2, 3.52 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.44 WHIP, 7 BB and 15 K in 15 1/3 innings.

Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 2 R (1 ER), 4 H, 3 BB, 6 K in 5-2 home loss to Pittsburgh Pirates Friday
Phillies are 0-3 in his starts

Rockies at Phillies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockies +185 (bet $100 to win $185) | Phillies -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rockies +1.5 (-110) | Phillies -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Rockies at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Phillies 4, Rockies 2

Moneyline

While the Phillies (-225) have not had a 3-game winning streak, swept a series, or won with Sanchez on the mound this season, Colorado’s (+185) struggles on the road are too much to ignore.

The Rockies have scored 2 or fewer runs in 7 of 12 road games. They have scored 1 run combined in the last 3 contests.

Feltner gives them a good shot at winning, but unless the offense can show more than it has, you can’t pick Colorado.

But at -225, it isn’t worth the action on the Phillies.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

Ten of the Rockies’ 14 losses this season have been by multiple runs.

The Phillies have won games by exactly 1 run this season (4 of their 10 wins have been by 1 run), but it’s more common for them to win by multiple.

The Phillies have covered the spread in 2 straight games only once this season and have the opportunity to do it for a 2nd time after their 5-run win Tuesday.

BET PHILLIES -1.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Twelve of Philadelphia’s last 13 games have finished with 8 or fewer total runs, and only one landed on 8 exactly.

Rockies games haven’t been high-scoring, either, as 6 of their last 7 have seen 8 or fewer total runs scored. Colorado has put up 3 or fewer runs in 7 of its last 9 games.

BET UNDER 8 (-115).

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Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Arizona Diamondbacks (4-6) open a 3-game series against the Colorado Rockies (2-8) Monday. First pitch from Coors Field is at 8:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Diamondbacks vs. Rockies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Diamondbacks lead 3-1

After taking 3 of 4 to open the season at home against the Rockies, the Diamondbacks have lost 5 of their last 6 games and are coming off a sweep on the road at the hands of the Atlanta Braves. They lost 5-2 Sunday.

The Rockies have gone 1-5 in the 6 games since their opening series. After winning their home opener against Tampa Bay Friday, they have lost 2 in a row, including a 3-2 decision Sunday.

Diamondbacks at Rockies projected starters

RHP Zac Gallen vs. LHP Kyle Freeland

Gallen (2-0, 0.82 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.00 WHIP, 5 BB and 9 K in 11 innings.

Last start: Win, 6 IP, 0 ER, 3 H, 3 BB, 6 K in 7-0 home victory vs. New York Yankees Tuesday
Beat Freeland 16-1 in Phoenix on Opening Day; he allowed just 1 R in 5 IP
Career vs. Rockies: 7-1, 2.41 ERA (82 IP, 22 ER) in 14 starts

Freeland (0-2, 27.00 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 4.06 WHIP, 4 BB and 4 K in 5 2/3 innings.

Last start: Loss, 3 1/3 IP, 7 ER, 9 H, 3 BB, 2 K in 12-2 defeat at Chicago Cubs Tuesday
Last start vs. Diamondbacks: Loss, 2 1/3 IP, 10 ER, 10 H, 1 BB, 2 K on Opening Day

Diamondbacks at Rockies odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Diamondbacks -185 (bet $185 to win $100) | Rockies +150 (bet $100 to win $150)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Diamondbacks -1.5 (-120) | Rockies +1.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 11 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Diamondbacks at Rockies picks and predictions

Prediction

Diamondbacks 8, Rockies 3

Moneyline

Gallen has been fantastic in 2 starts this season, while Freeland has struggled in both of his. The Diamondbacks (-185) have beaten Colorado in 14 of the last 18 meetings, and Gallen is 7-1 in his career against it.

I like the Diamondbacks to win, but it isn’t a good bet at -185.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

The Diamondbacks’ last 7 wins over the Rockies have been by 2 or more runs.

Six of the Rockies’ 8 losses this season have been by 2 or more runs.

BET DIAMONDBACKS -1.5 (-120).

Over/Under

Four of the Rockies’ last 5 games have had over 11 runs. Both of Freeland’s starts have had more than 11 runs.

Three of the 4 games between these teams this season have had more than 11 runs.

BET OVER 11 (-105).

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Colorado Rockies at Chicago Cubs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Colorado Rockies at Chicago Cubs odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago Cubs (3-2) welcome the Colorado Rockies (1-5) to Wrigley Field Wednesday in the final game of their 3-game series. First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockies vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Cubs lead 2-0

The Rockies have lost 3 games in a row after falling 12-2 against the Cubs Tuesday. After going down 10-0 in the 6th inning, it was a 1B Michael Toglia 2-run home run that gave Colorado its only 2 runs of the game. The 12 runs is the 2nd-most it has given up this season.

The Cubs have won 3 games in a row after taking back-to-back games from Colorado. Their bats were hot with the team accumulating 14 hits and 4 home runs. Five separate players scored at least 2 runs in the win.

Rockies at Cubs projected starters

RHP Cal Quantrill vs. LHP Luke Little

Quantrill (0-1, 9.00 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He allowed 5 ER on 9 H and 1 BB with 1 K in 5 IP in his debut at the Arizona Diamondbacks Friday.

2023 road stats: 3-2, 4.95 ERA (60 IP, 33 ER) in 11 starts
Career vs. Cubs: 1-2, 8.22 ERA (15 1/3 IP, 14 ER) in 2 starts and 3 relief appearances

Little (0-0, 0.00 ERA) makes his 1st start and 3rd appearance. He has a 1.00 WHIP, 4.5 BB/9 and 4.5 K/9 in 2 innings.

Career home stats: 0-0, 0.00 ERA (3 1/3 IP) in 4 relief appearances
Career vs. Rockies: 0-0, 0.00 ERA (1 2/3 IP) in 2 relief appearances

Rockies at Cubs odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockies +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Cubs -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rockies +1.5 (-130) | Cubs -1.5 (+105)
Over/Under (O/U): 7 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Rockies at Cubs picks and predictions

Prediction

Cubs 6, Rockies 3

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on a Cubs (-200) team that has beaten the Rockies by a combined 17-2 in the previous 2 games.

Run line/Against the spread

BET CUBS -1.5 (+105).

After starting the season 0-2, Chicago has won 3 games in a row, each by at least 4 runs. It has scored 26 runs over its past 3 games and has given up just 7. Against a Rockies team that has lost 5 of its 6 games to open the season, all by 4 or more runs, the Cubs at plus money is the best wager.

Over/Under

BET OVER 7 (+100).

The Rockies have hit the Over in 4 of their 6 games so far while allowing 5 or more runs in 5 of the 6 games. They have allowed 12 or more runs twice already and have scored 2 or more in 3 games.

The Cubs have hit the Over in 3 of their 5 games this season and have scored a total of 26 runs in their last 3 games They have scored at least 3 runs in 4 of their 5 games and have already scored 17 runs in the 1st 2 games of the series against Colorado.

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Colorado Rockies at Chicago Cubs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Colorado Rockies at Chicago Cubs odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Colorado Rockies (1-3) and Chicago Cubs (1-2) meet Monday for the 1st game of a 3-game series. First pitch from Wrigley Field is set for 2:20 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockies vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Chicago won 4-2 last season

Colorado was routed 5-1 by the Arizona Diamondbacks Sunday while failing to cash as a +173 road underdog. The Rockies never led in Sunday’s loss as they allowed the D-Backs to jump out to a 3-0 start by the end of the 1st. RHP Ryan Feltner pitched 5 innings and allowed 3 ER and 5 H while accumulating 4 strikeouts.

Chicago picked up a 9-5 win over the Texas Rangers Sunday as a +115 road underdog, but it lost the series 2-1. Sunday’s game was tied at 5 entering the top of the 9th, but the Cubs went on to score 4 runs during that inning to come away with the win.

Rockies at Cubs projected starters

RHP Dakota Hudson vs. LHP Shota Imanaga

Hudson (6-3, 4.98 ERA in 2023) made 12 starts and 6 relief appearances as member of the St. Louis Cardinals last season. He had a 1.50 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 4.9 K/9 in 81 1/3 innings.

2023 road splits: 2-3, 6.57 ERA (37 IP, 27 ER), 29 H, 21 BB and 17 K across 6 starts and 3 relief appearances
2023 vs. Chicago: 0-0, 7.11 ERA (6 1/3 IP, 5 ER), 10 H, 4 BB, 5 K in 2 relief outings
Career vs. Cubs: 3-0, 3.72 ERA (36 1/3 IP, 15 ER), 33 H, 34 K through 5 starts and 5 relief appearances

Imanaga makes his Major League debut Monday. The 30-year-old was signed by Chicago Jan. 11 and previously played for the Yokohama DeNA BayStars in Japan.

Pitched 2 1/3 innings and struck out 5 batters in his spring training debut Mar. 2 vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers

Rockies at Cubs odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 8:40 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Rockies +166 (bet $100 to win $166) | Cubs -198 (bet $198 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rockies +1.5 (-138) | Cubs -1.5 (+115)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -122 | U: +100)

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Rockies at Cubs picks and predictions

Prediction

Cubs 6, Rockies 4

Moneyline

PASS.

I like the Cubs (-198) to come away with the win, but they are not worth the risk of betting on as such heavy favorites. Bet on the run line and/or O/U instead.

Run line/Against the spread

BET CUBS -1.5 (+115).

The Cubs have covered the run line in each of their last 3 matchups vs. Colorado and in 4 of the last 6 meetings with the Rockies in Chicago. The Cubs also covered the run line in their last outing overall.

Be aware that neither team has been good at covering to start the season, so this bet does have some risk attached.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 6.5 (-122).

The Over has hit in 3 of Colorado’s 1st 4 games and is 7-3 in the Rockies’ last 10 dating back to the 2023 season.

For Chicago, the Over has hit in back-to-back games.

This a lean because the Under has been a dominant 9-1 in the last 10 Colorado-Chicago matchups.

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