MLB Game Preview: Colorado Rockies (7-37) vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (24-21)

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The Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks continue their three-game series at Chase Field on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The Diamondbacks dominated Game 1, securing an 8-0 victory, while the Rockies continue to struggle on the road, holding a 2-21 away record.

Game Details

  • Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
  • Time: 8:10 p.m. ET
  • Location: Chase Field, Phoenix, AZ
  • Broadcast: ESPN, Bally Sports Arizona

Team Breakdown & Key Players

Colorado Rockies

  • Record: 7-37 (Last in NL West)
  • Key Players:
    • Ryan McMahon (3B): Batting .394 over his last 10 games, with three home runs and five RBIs.
    • Jordan Beck (OF): Second on the team with 13 extra-base hits (four doubles, three triples, six home runs).
    • Mike Toglia (1B): Has hit safely in eight of his last nine games, with three home runs and five RBIs.
  • Starting Pitcher: German Márquez (RHP, 1-6, 8.27 ERA) – Struggling with command, allowing 20 strikeouts but a 1.70 WHIP.

Arizona Diamondbacks

  • Record: 24-21 (4th in NL West)
  • Key Players:
    • Corbin Carroll (OF): Leads the team with 14 home runs, slugging .612.
    • Ketel Marte (2B): 7-for-32 with five home runs and seven RBIs over his last 10 games.
    • Josh Naylor (1B): Has 11 doubles and five home runs, providing consistent power.
  • Starting Pitcher: Zac Gallen (RHP, 3-5, 4.59 ERA) – Has 54 strikeouts this season and looks to dominate against a struggling Rockies lineup.

Game Storylines

  • Rockies’ Road Struggles: Colorado has lost seven straight road games, holding a 2-21 away record.
  • Diamondbacks’ Offensive Power: Arizona ranks third in MLB in slugging percentage (.444).
  • Pitching Matchup: Gallen has been solid, while Márquez has struggled with an 8.27 ERA.

Game Odds

Colorado Rockies                             9

Arizona Diamondbacks                 – 375

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 16, 2025

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