First pitch is scheduled for 8:40 PM EDT (6:40 PM MDT)
TV/Streaming: MLB.TV, SportsNet LA (SNLA), Rockies.TV (COLR), national options via ESPN+ or local carriers
Weather Updates
Mild and mostly clear evening conditions at Coors Field: temperatures starting in the mid-60s°F (around 65–68°F at first pitch) and cooling into the upper 50s by late innings. 0–10% chance of precipitation. Light winds (5–10 mph, variable). This is a pleasant mid-April night for Denver with no freeze warnings or snow (earlier in the series had colder/snowy conditions). Altitude remains the big factor—expect the ball to carry well in the thin air, favoring hitters and pushing the total higher in this classic Coors Field environment. Grip should be standard for pitchers with no major weather disruptions.
Team Records
Los Angeles Dodgers: 15-5 overall (1st in NL West), 6-3 on the road. Elite run differential and the league’s top offense early in the season.
Colorado Rockies: 8-13 overall (4th/5th in NL West), 6-3 at home but struggling overall with a negative run differential.
The Dodgers enter as the clear class of the division and heavy road favorites; the Rockies are battling to stay competitive at home in this four-game series finale.
Recent Team Forms
Dodgers: Strong overall (15-5) but have dropped the last two games of this series (including a 9-6 loss on Sunday). They are 8-2 in their last 10 overall and remain one of baseball’s hottest teams when healthy, with timely power and pitching depth. Road form has been solid despite the recent skid.
Rockies: 8-13 and 1-4 in their last 5, but they’ve shown fight at Coors Field, taking 2 of 3 so far in this series. Home success (6-3) has been their bright spot, though inconsistent offense and pitching continue to plague them. This is Game 4 (final game) of a four-game series at Coors Field (Rockies currently lead the series 2-1).
Injury Report
Los Angeles Dodgers (significant absences in lineup and bullpen):
Mookie Betts (SS/OF) – 10-Day IL (strained right oblique/back); out until at least late April.
Tommy Edman (INF/OF) – 10-Day IL (right ankle surgery recovery).
Landon Knack (SP) – 15-Day IL (chest).
Brock Stewart (RP) – 15-Day IL (right shoulder).
Ben Casparius (RP) – 15-Day IL (right shoulder inflammation).
Evan Phillips (RP) – 60-Day IL (right elbow surgery recovery).
Additional: Kiké Hernández (INF, 60-Day IL – left elbow surgery). Freddie Freeman (1B) on paternity leave (expected back soon).
Colorado Rockies (rotation and position-player depth hit):
Kyle Freeland (SP) – 15-Day IL (shoulder).
Kris Bryant (OF/INF) – 60-Day IL (back).
Willi Castro (LF/OF) – Day-to-day (hand).
Additional long-term: Jeff Criswell (RP), McCade Brown (SP), Pierson Ohl (SP), RJ Petit (RP) all on 60-Day IL (various elbow/shoulder).
The Dodgers’ star power is thinned but their depth remains superior; Colorado’s bullpen and lineup are especially thin for a high-scoring park.
Player Matchups to Watch
Probable Pitchers (Key Duel):
Dodgers: Justin Wrobleski (LHP, 2-0, 2.12 ERA, 0.76 WHIP, 6 K in 17.0 IP). Young lefty with excellent command and ground-ball tendencies; has been a revelation early.
Rockies: Jose Quintana (LHP, 0-1, 5.63 ERA, 1.88 WHIP in limited starts). Veteran southpaw who has struggled with hard contact; Coors Field history is mixed but the altitude tests everyone.
Key Hitters & Matchups:
Dodgers’ stars vs. Quintana: Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman (if active), Max Muncy, Teoscar Hernández, and the middle of the order thrive on power and plate discipline. Expect early pressure in the thin air.
Rockies lineup vs. Wrobleski: Nolan Arenado (if healthy/available), Ryan McMahon, and contact-oriented bats must manufacture runs. Colorado relies on small ball, extra-base hits, and Coors inflation.
Defensive/Intangibles: Coors Field’s outfield gaps and altitude favor offense; Dodgers’ superior defense and bullpen depth (even banged up) vs. Rockies’ home resilience. Bullpen management critical in a potential high-scoring affair—early hooks expected.
Series History & Head-to-Head
Dodgers dominate the all-time series and recent matchups (including strong 2025 edges). This is the first 2026 series between the clubs; Rockies have stolen 2 of 3 so far at home, but Los Angeles has historically owned Coors Field in the long run. High-scoring games are the norm here.
Betting Trends
Dodgers: Dominant as favorites; 6-3 on road but lost 2 straight in series.
Rockies: 6-3 at home but poor overall; totals trend OVER heavily at Coors (especially vs. lefties).
Historical: Games at Coors average 11+ runs; pitching matchup still favors overs due to altitude.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Dodgers – 270
Colorado Rockies 11.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, April 19, 2026
