Introduction

Get ready for a matchup between two National League teams as the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Colorado Rockies in an uphill and exciting MLB matchup. The Pirates are keen to extend their wave of victories, while the Rockies look to leverage their home turf advantage, aiming for a much-needed rebound.

Game Time

The first pitch is scheduled for Friday, August 01 at 08:10 PM ET at Coors Field, where thin air leads to inflated totals.

Moneyline Odds

Pittsburgh Pirates: -149
Colorado Rockies: +125
Over/Under Line: 11.5

Latest Team Records

Pittsburgh Pirates: 47-62 (Win %: 0.431)
Colorado Rockies: 28-80 (Win %: 0.259)

Injury Report

Both teams are currently healthy with no major injury concerns.

Key Player Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

• Bryan Reynolds: 0.232 AVG, 10 HR, 51 RBI
• Oneil Cruz: 0.217 AVG, 17 HR, 44 RBI
• Tommy Pham: 0.273 AVG, 4 HR, 29 RBI

Colorado Rockies

• Hunter Goodman: 0.277 AVG, 19 HR, 59 RBI
• Mickey Moniak: 0.268 AVG, 16 HR, 41 RBI
• Jordan Beck: 0.273 AVG, 12 HR, 36 RBI

Team Analysis

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pirates come in hot, riding a wave of confidence from their impressive five-game winning streak. The team’s key performers, Bryan Reynolds, Oneil Cruz, and Tommy Pham, led the offensive charge with key hits, propelling the Pirates to victory. Overcoming their on-the-road jitters, they showed resiliency and proved their ability to score consistently away from their home diamond.

Pittsburgh’s recent successes, however, don’t mask their relatively poor road record. Although they’ve shown a remarkable turnaround with their current winning streak, they’ll still need to maintain this offensive spark to triumph over the Rockies within the confines of Coors Field. Their road battles now intensify as they engage with a Rockies team eager to protect its home turf.

• Batting Average: 0.231
• Total Runs Scored: 369
• Home Runs: 72
• OPS: 0.642
• ERA: 3.68
• WHIP: 1.19

Away Record: 16-37 • Home Record: 31-25
Last 5 Games: 5-0 (3.8 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 8-2 (3.8 RPG)

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Colorado Rockies

The Rockies face this matchup on a downward spiral, having lost four of their last five games. Their performance at the plate is marked by inconsistencies with averages lower than the league average. Their key players – Hunter Goodman, Mickey Moniak, and Jordan Beck – need to step up to the plate in the literal sense to rekindle the offense.

Despite these struggles, do not overlook the Rockies’ potential for a home-field rebound. Their home venue can have unpredictable outcomes, and if they harness it to their advantage, it can trigger an offensive resurgence. Their recent struggles could be temporary if they can string together key hits and capitalize on the Pirates’ relatively weak road record.

• Batting Average: 0.233
• Total Runs Scored: 388
• Home Runs: 108
• OPS: 0.677
• ERA: 5.65
• WHIP: 1.58

Away Record: 14-42 • Home Record: 14-38
Last 5 Games: 1-4 (2.6 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 4-6 (3.6 RPG)

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Head-to-Head History

No recent matchups between these teams in 2025.

Over/Under Trends

Pittsburgh Pirates’ last 10 games have averaged 5.9 total runs per game, with 1 of those going over the posted total of 11.5.

Colorado Rockies’ last 10 games have seen an average of 10.2 combined runs, with 4 games clearing the same line of 11.5.

Moneyline Betting Prediction

Despite recent hiccups, the Colorado Rockies show promise for this matchup. On their home turf, they’ll be looking to defy the odds and put their offensive firepower on full display, turning the tables on the Pirates. They have every opportunity to seize this game and engineer a much-needed rebound. We’re barking up the Rockies’ tree in this showdown.

The Colorado Rockies at +125 have a legitimate path to deliver here.

Over/Under Prediction

The Colorado Rockies are scoring 2.6 runs per game across their last five, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are at 3.8. Recent form suggests where this total might land.

These teams are combining for 6.4 runs per game recently — below the posted total of 11.5, a crucial pivot point in betting markets. Our pick is Under 11.5.

Bookmakers

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