The Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants are set to face off in the second game of their four-game series on May 2, 2025, at Oracle Park in San Francisco, California. First pitch is scheduled for 10:15 p.m. ET, with the game broadcast live on MLB Network.
Colorado took Game 1 of the series with a 4-3 victory, snapping San Francisco’s three-game winning streak. The Giants will look to bounce back and even the series at home.
Starting Pitchers
Colorado Rockies – Antonio Senzatela (1-4, 5.30 ERA)
Senzatela has struggled this season, posting a 5.30 ERA across six starts. However, he has had success against the Giants in his career, holding a 5-2 record with a 4.31 ERA in 13 starts against San Francisco.
San Francisco Giants – Robbie Ray (3-0, 3.73 ERA)
Ray has been solid, ranking 12th in MLB in strikeouts per nine innings (9.5 K/9). He has recorded two quality starts this season and is averaging 5.2 innings per appearance.
Team Form and Key Players
Colorado Rockies (6-25, 2-14 Away Record)
Colorado has struggled all season, ranking 28th in MLB in batting average (.212) and 26th in slugging percentage (.351). However, their Game 1 victory showed resilience, with Jordan Beck and Hunter Goodman delivering clutch hits.
Key Players:
- Ryan McMahon – Hit a solo home run in Game 1, providing a spark for Colorado’s offense.
- Brenton Doyle – Batting .278 over his last 10 games, contributing to the Rockies’ lineup.
San Francisco Giants (19-13, 9-5 Home Record)
San Francisco has been strong at home, ranking 12th in MLB in total runs scored (145). Despite their Game 1 loss, they remain favorites to win the series.
Key Players:
- Heliot Ramos – Hit a home run in Game 1, continuing his strong season.
- Mike Yastrzemski – Batting .265 with five doubles and three home runs.
Key Matchups and Strategies
- Ray vs. Rockies’ Offense – Colorado ranks 28th in MLB in batting average, making Ray’s ability to limit baserunners crucial.
- Senzatela vs. Giants’ Power Hitters – San Francisco ranks 16th in MLB in home runs (32), making Senzatela’s ability to keep the ball in the park a key factor.
- Bullpen Battle – Both teams have had inconsistent relief pitching, making late-game execution critical.
- Home vs. Away Performance – San Francisco has been strong at home, while Colorado has struggled on the road, setting up an intriguing battle.
Game Odds
Colorado Rockies 9.5
San Francisco Giants – 290
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, May 1, 2025
