The Colorado Rockies are hoping to turn things around as they face the New York Mets on Wednesday, looking to snap a frustrating five-game losing streak. After a tough stretch, the Rockies (14-22) will lean on home-field advantage at Coors Field, where they hold a 7-10 record this season.
The Mets (13-22) arrive in Denver after their own struggles, sitting fifth in the NL East. However, New York boasts the sixth-best team ERA in the National League at 3.93, a stat that could spell trouble for a Rockies lineup trying to find its rhythm. Colorado has particularly struggled when opponents go deep, posting an 8-18 record in games where they allow a home run.
Wednesday's pitching matchup features Mets right-hander Freddy Peralta (1-3, 3.52 ERA) against Colorado's Michael Lorenzen (2-3, 6.09 ERA). Peralta has been solid with 42 strikeouts and a 1.20 WHIP, while Lorenzen will look to improve on his 1.76 WHIP and regain command on the mound. The betting line favors the Mets at -166, with an over/under set at 9½ runs.
This game marks the fifth meeting between these two clubs this season, with the Rockies holding a commanding 3-1 lead in the series. For Colorado, outfielder Mickey Moniak has been a bright spot, crushing 11 home runs to go with seven doubles and a triple. Troy Johnston has also stepped up recently, going 12-for-34 with two doubles over the last 10 games.
On the Mets' side, Francisco Alvarez leads the team with four home runs and a .396 slugging percentage. Juan Soto has been heating up, batting 10-for-36 with two homers and three RBIs in his last 10 outings. New York will need that production to overcome a .218 team batting average over the same stretch.
Both teams enter on a 4-6 run over their last 10 games, but the Rockies have been outscored by seven runs compared to the Mets' five. Colorado's pitching has been a concern with a 5.11 ERA in that span, while New York's staff has held opponents to a 3.39 ERA.
Injury woes continue to plague both rosters. The Rockies are without key players like Kris Bryant (back) and Ryan Feltner (tricep), while the Mets have a lengthy list that includes Francisco Lindor (calf) and Kodai Senga (back). Depth will be tested as these two teams battle to climb out of the cellar in their respective divisions.
Whether you're rooting for a Rockies rebound or a Mets road win, this matchup promises plenty of drama under the Denver lights.