MLB Game Preview: Toronto Blue Jays (65-48) vs. Colorado Rockies (30-81)

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The Toronto Blue Jays head to Coors Field to face the Colorado Rockies on Monday, opening a three-game interleague series. With Toronto battling to maintain its lead in the AL East and Colorado looking to build on recent momentum, this Blue Jays vs Rockies MLB matchup offers a compelling blend of power hitting, pitching intrigue, and betting value.

Game Overview

CategoryToronto Blue JaysColorado Rockies
Record65–48 (1st in AL East)30–81 (5th in NL West)
Road/Home Split27–29 (Road)16–39 (Home)
Betting OddsBlue Jays -204Rockies +168
Over/Under11.5 runs

Despite recent struggles, the Blue Jays remain heavy favorites against the last-place Rockies, who have shown signs of life since the All-Star break.

Pitching Matchup

  • Blue Jays Starter: Eric Lauer
    • Record: 6–2
    • ERA: 2.68
    • WHIP: 0.95
    • Strikeouts: 75
    • Career vs Rockies: 1–6, 7.58 ERA; 0–6 with 12.73 ERA in Denver
  • Rockies Starter: Tanner Gordon
  • Record: 2–3
  • ERA: 4.85
  • WHIP: 1.54
  • Strikeouts: 15
  • Making third start since recall from Triple-A

Lauer has been excellent since joining the rotation full-time, but his career numbers at Coors Field are concerning. Gordon is still finding his footing in the majors.

Key Players to Watch

Toronto Blue Jays

  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: .289 AVG, 24 doubles, 16 HR, 68 walks
  • Bo Bichette: .333 AVG over last 5 games, 68 RBI – Team leader in run production
  • Ernie Clement: .277 AVG, 21 doubles, 5 HR – Batting .389 over last 5 games
  • Alejandro Kirk: Team-best .301 AVG

Colorado Rockies

  • Hunter Goodman: .278 AVG, 21 HR, 62 RBI – Top 25 in MLB for HR and RBI
  • Jordan Beck: .279 AVG – Batting .455 with 2 HR and 6 RBI in last series
  • Warming Bernabel: 14-for-32 with 3 HR over last 10 games

Recent Form & Trends

TeamLast 10 GamesBatting AvgERARun Differential
Blue Jays4–6.2806.41–23
Rockies5–5.2697.85–24

Both teams have struggled on the mound, making the over 11.5 runs a tempting bet. Toronto’s offense remains potent, while Colorado has averaged 7 runs over its last 9 home games.

Toronto has won 56% of games as favorites this season and is 3–2 when favored by -200 or more. Colorado has won 5 of its last 10 despite being underdogs in every game.

How to Watch

  • TV Broadcast: Sportsnet (Toronto), AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain (Colorado)
  • Streaming: MLB.TV, Fubo, FOX Sports App

Final Thoughts

This Blue Jays vs Rockies MLB game is a classic Coors Field slugfest in the making. With Eric Lauer’s strong season clashing against his poor history in Denver, and Toronto’s elite offense facing a shaky Rockies rotation, expect fireworks. Colorado’s recent surge and home power make them dangerous, but the Blue Jays’ depth and plate discipline should carry them through.

Game Odds

Toronto Blue Jays             – 210

Colorado Rockies             12

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Sunday, August 3, 2025