New York Mets vs Colorado Rockies May 31st 2025
The Rockies will take on the Mets at Citi Field on Saturday, May 31, 2025. The game is set to start at 4:10 PM. Fans can look forward to an afternoon of baseball action.
Antonio Senzatela will start for the Rockies. He has an ERA of 6.50 and a WHIP of 1.94. The Mets will counter with Kodai Senga, who has an ERA of 1.46 and a WHIP of 1.24. Both pitchers will aim to lead their teams to victory.
Rockies vs Mets Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: Rockies vs. Mets
- Venue: Citi Field
- Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025
- Betting Odds: Mets -2.5 (-107), Rockies +2.5 (-115), Mets MoneyLine -421, Rockies MoneyLine +334, Over/Under 8.0
The Rockies Can Win If…
The Colorado Rockies recently played against the New York Mets, losing 4-2. Kyle Freeland pitched six innings, allowing three earned runs and striking out four. Sam Hilliard hit a home run, while Ryan McMahon contributed with an RBI double.
The Rockies have some strengths that could lead to a win. They rank 15th in doubles with 85, showing they can hit for extra bases. Their ability to avoid blown saves, ranking 4th with only seven, suggests they can hold leads late in games.
Hunter Goodman is a key player for the Rockies. He leads the team with a .272 batting average and seven home runs. His performance at the plate can be a difference-maker in the game against the Mets.
The Mets Can Win If…
The New York Mets recently secured a 4-2 win against the Colorado Rockies. Francisco Lindor was a standout performer, going 3-for-4 with two home runs and three runs scored. David Peterson delivered a strong pitching performance, allowing just one earned run over 5 2/3 innings with five strikeouts.
The Mets have several stats that suggest they can win this game. They lead the league with a 2.89 ERA and have allowed the fewest home runs at 37. On the offensive side, their on-base percentage of .329 ranks sixth, and they have hit 98 doubles, which is also sixth in the league.
Kodai Senga will start for the Mets, boasting an impressive ERA of 1.46. The Mets’ lineup features key hitters like Pete Alonso, who has 11 home runs and 43 RBIs. With the Rockies’ starter Antonio Senzatela having an ERA of 6.50, the Mets have a good chance to capitalize on this pitching matchup.
The Lean
The Mets are the clear favorites with a moneyline of -421. Their strong batting and top-ranked pitching make them the likely winners. The Rockies’ struggles in both hitting and pitching, including a 5.59 ERA, support picking the Mets to win. My model projects the Mets to win 6-2.
The over/under line is set at 8.0. Given the Mets’ powerful offense and the Rockies’ weak pitching, the total score could exceed this line. My model projects a total of 8 runs, so taking the over at -114 is a reasonable choice.
Juan Soto Looks to Heat Up as Mets Host Rockies
Juan Soto and the New York Mets aim to keep momentum going as they continue a three-game series against the struggling Colorado Rockies on Saturday. After picking up a 4-2 win in the opener, the Mets have a prime opportunity to secure the series thanks to standout pitching and signs of life from their star slugger.
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Soto Shows Signs of Life
Soto entered Friday’s contest hitless in his last 16 at-bats, but finally broke through with a 2-for-4 effort that included a well-struck RBI double. The performance was just his second multi-hit game in his last 17 appearances and may signal the start of a turnaround.
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza and general manager David Stearns remain confident that Soto, who signed a massive 15-year, $765 million deal in December, will soon return to form. While his numbers remain underwhelming — a .229 average with a .755 OPS and just eight homers — both the coaching staff and Soto himself believe he’s close to finding his rhythm.
“I know I’ve been struggling and I haven’t been there for them,” Soto said. “But I will be.”
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Mets Relying on Senga’s Steady Arm
Kodai Senga (5-3, 1.46 ERA) will start for the Mets as he looks to build on an already impressive season. In his last outing, Senga allowed just one run over 5 1/3 innings in a 3-1 win against the Dodgers. He also has a strong track record against Colorado, including a six-inning shutout performance last May.
With Senga on the mound and Soto showing signs of breaking out, the Mets are in a favorable spot to take the series. For those looking to place informed wagers, explore our expert MLB betting guide for breakdowns on pitchers, trends, and value bets.
Rockies Continue Downward Spiral
The Rockies lost their sixth straight game Friday, dropping to a dismal 9-48 on the year. Despite occasional bright spots, like Ryan McMahon’s RBI double and Sam Hilliard’s pinch-hit homer, the results continue to trend in the wrong direction.
Interim manager Warren Schaeffer is 2-15 since taking over, though 10 of those losses have been by three runs or fewer. While the team isn’t beating itself, it also can’t seem to find a winning formula.
On Saturday, Colorado will send Antonio Senzatela (1-9, 6.50 ERA) to the mound. He’s lost six consecutive starts, although he does carry a 2.70 ERA in six career appearances against the Mets. It will take a much better effort from the Rockies’ staff and lineup to avoid another series loss.
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What’s Next
With momentum shifting in New York’s favor, the Mets are well-positioned to continue climbing in the standings. A big outing from Senga and continued progress from Soto could make Saturday another step forward. Meanwhile, the Rockies must search for anything positive to stop a skid that could rewrite MLB history books.
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