The Colorado Rockies and Washington Nationals close out their four-game series on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. Despite both teams sitting near the bottom of their respective divisions, this matchup has become unexpectedly compelling, with the Rockies riding a four-game win streak and the Nationals mired in an 11-game skid.
Game Details
- Matchup: Colorado Rockies (17–57) vs. Washington Nationals (30–44)
- Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025
- Time: 12:05 PM ET
- Venue: Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.
- Broadcast: MASN, AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain, MLB.tv
Probable Pitchers
- Rockies: Chase Dollander (1–3, 5.91 ERA)
- Nationals: Mitchell Parker (4–7, 4.84 ERA)
Dollander, the Rockies’ top pitching prospect, gets the nod after Germán Márquez helped secure Wednesday’s 3–1 win. Parker, meanwhile, looks to rebound from a rough outing and halt the Nationals’ freefall.
Team Trends
- Rockies: Winners of 4 straight, including back-to-back victories over Washington. They’ve outscored the Nationals 16–8 in the series.
- Nationals: Losers of 11 in a row, with a 15–25 home record. Their bullpen has faltered late in games, and the offense has been inconsistent.
Players to Watch
- James Wood (Nationals): Leads the team with 18 HR and 52 RBI, batting .282 with a .928 OPS.
- CJ Abrams (Nationals): Batting .343 over his last 10 games with 3 stolen bases.
- Hunter Goodman (Rockies): 14 HR, 16 doubles, and a .261 average.
- Thairo Estrada (Rockies): 13-for-44 (.295) over his last 10 games with 3 doubles and a homer.
- Jordan Beck (Rockies): Hit a solo homer Wednesday to seal the win.
Key Stats & Betting Insights
- Season Series: Rockies lead 5–2
- Total Trends: The Over has hit in 7 of Colorado’s last 10 road games.
Final Thoughts
The Rockies are surging despite their overall record, while the Nationals are desperate for a win to stop the bleeding. With Chase Dollander showing flashes of promise and Mitchell Parker struggling at home, this series finale could tilt in Colorado’s favor. Expect a tight contest with plenty of betting intrigue and DFS value.
Game Odds
Colorado Rockies 9.5
Washington Nationals – 164
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, June 18, 2025
