Venue: Coors Field, Denver, CO
First Pitch: 8:40 PM ET
Watch Live: ESPN, Bally Sports Midwest, AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain, MLB.TV
St. Louis is looking to snap a four-game road losing streak, while Colorado continues to struggle at home with a 12–37 record.
This marks the first meeting of the season between the two clubs. Despite their record, the Rockies have played spoiler in recent matchups, winning four of their last 10 games, while the Cardinals have dropped seven of their last 10.
Starting Pitchers – July 21, 2025
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | K/9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinals | Michael McGreevy (RHP) | 0–0 | 4.22 | 1.03 | 6.8 |
| Rockies | Austin Gomber (LHP) | 0–3 | 5.65 | 1.60 | 4.4 |
- Michael McGreevy returns to the rotation after a month-long absence. He’s posted a solid WHIP and has allowed just a .305 expected batting average.
- Austin Gomber has struggled in 2025, allowing a .320 opponent AVG and failing to record a quality start in six outings.
Players to Watch
St. Louis Cardinals
- Alec Burleson: .293 AVG, 12 HR, 44 RBI; leads team in batting average and home runs
- Brendan Donovan: .291 AVG, 22 doubles, 8 HR, 35 walks; consistent OBP threat
- Masyn Winn: .264 AVG, 19 doubles, 7 HR; hitting .350 over last five games
- Nolan Arenado: 10 HR, 14 doubles; returns to Coors Field, where he spent eight seasons
Colorado Rockies
- Hunter Goodman: .279 AVG, 18 HR, 55 RBI; team leader in power production
- Jordan Beck: .275 AVG, 11 HR, 5 triples; emerging slugger with speed
- Mickey Moniak: .267 AVG, 14 HR, 6 triples; versatile outfielder
- Ryan McMahon: 15 HR, 46 walks; streaky but dangerous at home
Team Comparison – Key Stats
| Category | Cardinals | Rockies |
|---|---|---|
| Batting Avg | .251 (11th MLB) | .233 (25th MLB) |
| Slugging % | .392 (18th MLB) | .385 (22nd MLB) |
| Home Runs | 99 (21st MLB) | 96 (23rd MLB) |
| Runs/Game | 4.5 | 3.6 |
| Team ERA | 5.76 (worst in franchise history) | 5.65 |
| Last 10 Games | 3–7 | 4–6 |
Both teams have struggled on the mound, with inflated ERAs and inconsistent bullpen support. The Cardinals have a slight edge offensively, especially in OBP and run production.
Game Odds
St. Louis Cardinals – 153
Colorado Rockies 11.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Sunday, July 20, 2025
