Colorado Rockies vs Arizona Diamondbacks August 15th 2025
The Arizona Diamondbacks will take on the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in Denver on Friday, August 15, 2025. The game is set to start at 8:40 PM and will be broadcast on ARID. The Diamondbacks come into the game with a record of 60-62, currently holding the third spot in the NL West. They have been on a good run lately, winning three straight games and going 7-3 in their last ten.
The Rockies, on the other hand, have struggled this season with a record of 32-89, placing them last in the NL West. They have lost their last game and are 2-8 in their last ten. The weather forecast for the game shows very hot conditions with a light breeze and overcast clouds. Brandon Pfaadt will start for the Diamondbacks, while Tanner Gordon takes the mound for the Rockies.
Diamondbacks vs Rockies Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Colorado Rockies
- Venue: Coors Field in Denver, CO
- Date: Friday, August 15, 2025
- Betting Odds: Diamondbacks Moneyline -188, Rockies Moneyline +158
The Diamondbacks Can Win If…
The Arizona Diamondbacks are coming off a strong win against the Colorado Rockies, securing an 8-2 victory. Eduardo Rodriguez pitched seven solid innings, allowing just one earned run and striking out six. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Jose Herrera each hit a home run, contributing to the team’s offensive power.
Arizona’s hitting stats highlight their ability to win games. They rank 2nd in slugging percentage at .441 and 5th in home runs with 171 this season. This power at the plate is a key factor in their recent success, including their recent streak of wins.
Brandon Pfaadt will start for the Diamondbacks with a record of 12-7. He will face Tanner Gordon, who has an ERA of 8.37, which may give Arizona an edge. With their strong lineup and solid pitching, the Diamondbacks are well-positioned for another win.
The Rockies Can Win If…
The Colorado Rockies are looking to bounce back after their recent 8-2 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. In that game, Kyle Farmer and Brenton Doyle each hit home runs, showing their ability to contribute offensively. Despite the loss, the Rockies matched the Diamondbacks in hits with nine, indicating their lineup can produce.
The Rockies have been strong in hitting doubles this season, ranking 13th with 195. This ability to get extra-base hits can be key in putting runners in scoring position. Hunter Goodman leads the team with 24 home runs, providing a power threat in the lineup.
Colorado’s lineup includes consistent hitters like Tyler Freeman, who has a .304 average, and Hunter Goodman, who has a .277 average. With players who can get on base and hit for power, the Rockies have the potential to score runs. Their lineup depth could be the difference-maker in the upcoming game.
The Lean
The Diamondbacks are favored with a moneyline of -188 against the Rockies at +158. The Diamondbacks have a stronger hitting lineup, ranking 8th in batting average and 2nd in slugging percentage. With the Rockies’ pitching struggles, having the worst ERA in the league, the model projects a Diamondbacks win with a score of 8-5.
The total for the game is set at 12.0 runs. Both teams have shown the ability to score, and the Rockies’ pitching has been giving up a lot of runs. The model projects a combined total of 13 runs, suggesting the over is the better pick. The Diamondbacks’ strong offense and the Rockies’ weak pitching support this over recommendation.
Surging D-backs Shoot for Another Victory Over Rockies
The Arizona Diamondbacks appeared to wave the white flag at the trade deadline, but they’ve since surged into the National League wild-card race with six wins in their past seven games. Now back within striking distance of .500, they’ll look for their fourth straight victory Friday against the Colorado Rockies in Denver.
Arizona’s starter will be Brandon Pfaadt (12-7, 5.03 ERA), facing Tanner Gordon (2-5, 8.37 ERA) in a rematch of Sunday’s meeting in Phoenix. The D-backs took the opener of this series 8-2 on Thursday.
Starting Pitchers
Pitcher | Team | W-L | ERA | WHIP | Last Start |
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Brandon Pfaadt | Diamondbacks | 12-7 | 5.03 | 1.38 | 5 IP, 3 ER vs. Rockies |
Tanner Gordon | Rockies | 2-5 | 8.37 | 1.90 | 4.2 IP, 10 ER vs. Diamondbacks |
Pfaadt owns a 3-2 record with a 5.26 ERA in five career starts against Colorado, including 1-1 with a 6.30 ERA this year. On Sunday, he benefited from plenty of run support in a 13-6 win, with Ketel Marte driving in three runs.
Marte has been scorching since the start of August, including dramatic ninth-inning go-ahead home runs in consecutive wins over Texas this week. He has reached base in all 12 games this month, hitting .354 (17-for-48) with three homers and 14 RBIs, while boosting his season average to .296 with 23 long balls.
“My body is good, I’m healthy,” Marte said after his three-run shot on Wednesday gave Arizona a 6-4 victory. “I’ve just got to believe it. That’s the kind of player I am.”
Recent Team Trends
Team | Last 10 Games | Runs Scored | Runs Allowed | Series Wins in August |
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Diamondbacks | 8-2 | 65 | 38 | 3 |
Rockies | 3-7 | 33 | 54 | 1 |
The Diamondbacks offense has been hot out of the gates, scoring at least one run in the first three innings in each of the last 12 games, and leading all of MLB with 15 first-inning runs since Aug. 1.
The Rockies, meanwhile, have struggled against Arizona, losing eight of 10 matchups this year. Gordon has been hit especially hard by the D-backs, allowing 14 earned runs in just five innings over two starts.
Colorado will need at least 10 wins in their final 41 games to avoid matching the 2024 Chicago White Sox (41-121) for the most losses in a season in modern MLB history.