MLB Game Preview: Colorado Rockies (38-94) vs. Houston Astros (72-60)

Game Details

• Time: 2:10 p.m. ET
• Location: Daikin Park, Houston, TX
• Broadcast: MLB Network, SCHN, COLR

Team Form & Trends

Colorado Rockies (38–94)

• Coming off a surprising 6–1 win over Houston on Tuesday, led by Tanner Gordon’s strong outing and Mickey Moniak’s 3-RBI performance.
• Despite the win, Colorado has the worst ERA in MLB (5.97) and ranks 29th in runs scored per game (3.8).
• Hunter Goodman leads the team with 26 HR and 75 RBI, while Jordan Beck and Mickey Moniak provide solid support in the lineup.

Houston Astros (72–60)

• Dropped Game 1 of the series despite being heavy favorites.
• Jason Alexander (4–1, 4.59 ERA) gets the start, looking to bounce back after allowing 2 ER in 5.1 IP vs. Baltimore.
• Offensively, Jose Altuve leads with 22 HR and 64 RBI, while Jeremy Peña (.308 AVG) and Yainer Diaz (.257 AVG, 18 HR) add depth.
• Astros rank 4th in MLB in batting average (.253) and 17th in home runs (146).

Pitching Matchup

Freeland has struggled all season, while Alexander has quietly delivered quality innings in limited starts.

Betting Odds & Insights

Trends:

• Astros are 5–5 ATS in their last 10 games; 7 of those games hit the over.
• Rockies are 5–5 ATS in their last 10; 4 of those games hit the over.

Players to Watch

Colorado Rockies

• Hunter Goodman: 26 HR, 75 RBI, .274 AVG
• Mickey Moniak: Coming off a 2-for-3 game with 3 RBI
• Jordan Beck: .271 AVG, 14 HR, 23 doubles

Houston Astros

• Jose Altuve: 22 HR, 64 RBI, .273 AVG
• Jeremy Peña: .308 AVG, 2-game hit streak
• Yainer Diaz: .368 AVG over last 5 games, 18 HR