Game Overview
The Mets enter this matchup winning four of their last five games, despite a 9-4 loss to the White Sox on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Rockies are on a five-game losing streak, most recently falling 2-1 to the Cubs.
New York has dominated Colorado in recent matchups, winning five of the last six meetings.
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockies | Kyle Freeland (LHP) | 0-7 | 5.86 | 1.68 | 32 |
| Mets | David Peterson (LHP) | 3-2 | 2.79 | 1.22 | 41 |
Freeland has struggled, allowing four earned runs in 4.2 innings against the Yankees in his last start. Peterson, on the other hand, has been solid, pitching 7.2 innings with two earned runs against the Dodgers in his previous outing.
Team Comparisons
| Category | Rockies | Mets |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 9-47 | 34-22 |
| Runs Per Game | 3.2 | 4.8 |
| Batting Average | .224 | .269 |
| Home Runs | 38 | 66 |
| ERA | 5.55 | 2.88 |
| Bullpen ERA | 5.96 | 3.44 |
New York ranks first in MLB in team ERA (2.88), while Colorado has the worst pitching staff in baseball, ranking 30th in ERA (5.55) and WHIP (1.596).
Key Players to Watch
Colorado Rockies
- Ryan McMahon (3B) – 6 HR, 32 walks, hitting .234, providing middle-of-the-order power.
- Hunter Goodman (C) – 7 HR, 31 RBI, hitting .241, looking to spark Colorado’s offense.
- Jordan Beck (OF) – 8 HR, 16 RBI, hitting .248, riding a five-game hitting streak.
New York Mets
- Pete Alonso (1B) – 11 HR, 43 RBI, hitting .290, leading the Mets in power hitting.
- Francisco Lindor (SS) – 10 HR, 31 RBI, hitting .269, providing consistent production.
- Juan Soto (OF) – 8 HR, 25 RBI, hitting .224, looking to break out of a four-game hitless streak.
Matchup Breakdown
- Mets’ Pitching vs. Rockies’ Offense – New York ranks first in MLB in ERA, while Colorado has scored the fewest runs in baseball (177).
- Rockies’ Power vs. Mets’ Defense – Colorado ranks 22nd in home runs, while New York has allowed the fewest home runs in MLB (36 total, 0.6 per game).
- Bullpen Battle – The Mets’ bullpen has been strong (3.44 ERA), while the Rockies’ relievers have struggled (5.96 ERA).
Game Odds
Colorado Rockies 7.5
New York Mets – 355
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, May 29, 2025
