On August 7, 2024, at 8:40 PM, the New York Mets will encounter the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field under a likely scattered clouds weather condition. The matchup sees Paul Blackburn, with a 4.105 ERA, taking the mound for the Mets. Pitching for the Rockies will be Ryan Feltner, who brings a 4.970 ERA into the game.
In terms of standings in the 2024 NL East Division, the New York Mets rank 7th with a record of 59-54. They are 3rd in their division with a 20-16 divisional record. Their performance includes winning 4 of their last 10 games and they are riding a one-game losing streak. Their home record stands at 30-29 while they have a slightly better 29-25 record on the road. Between day and night games, the Mets have won 22 and 37 respectively, totaling 546 runs scored against 515 allowed.
The Colorado Rockies, positioned 14th in the NL West Division, have a record of 42-72, reflecting a 0.37 winning percentage. They rank 5th in the division with a 13-24 record in division games. Their recent form matches 4 wins in their last 10 outings and they’re entering this matchup with a win. The Rockies have struggled both at home (25-29) and on the road (17-43), having secured more wins during night games (29) than day games (13) with an overall offense production of 483 runs and 660 runs conceded.
In terms of betting odds for this game, the point spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the Mets, with an over/under of 11.5 total runs expected. Bettors supporting the Mets on the moneyline will find odds at -161, indicating a strong chance of a New York victory, whereas the Rockies stand as underdogs at +137, a reflection of their challenging season and inferior performance relative to the Mets.