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Pirates vs Rockies Predictions, Game Preview, Live Stream, Odds & Picks, July 15

Colorado Has Won Three in a Row

The Colorado Rockies try to win a fourth straight contest when they play host to the Pittsburgh Pirates in the opener of a three-game series on Friday night. Colorado won the final three games of its series with the San Diego Padres and is in fourth place in the NL West.

Pittsburgh has dropped two in a row and sits in third place in the NL Central standings. Both teams have been playing better of late, so this will be an interesting series for your betting online. Check out our in-depth preview of the series opener to help you decide on your wagers.

Pirates vs Rockies Predictions, Game Preview, Live Stream, Odds & Picks, July 15
Pirates vs Rockies Predictions, Game Preview, Live Stream, Odds & Picks, July 15

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Pirates Come Up Short In Extra Innings Again

The Pittsburgh Pirates had been playing well heading into Wednesday’s contest with the Miami Marlins, having won four in a row. But a pair of extra-inning losses later, the Pirates are back to trying to snap a losing streak on Friday night.

Left-hander Jose Quintana will get the start against Colorado, bringing a 2-4 record and 3.59 ERA. Quintana has made 17 starts this season, striking out 78 in 85⅓ innings. He took a no-decision in his last outing, facing the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday and giving up four runs on six hits over 4⅓ innings, striking out four and walking two.

Outfielder Ben Gamel had the go-ahead RBI double in the top of the 11th inning on Thursday. Gamel is batting .249 with 10 doubles, a triple, four home runs, 22 RBIs, and 23 runs scored.

Designated hitter Daniel Vogelbach struck out in his only plate appearance in Thursday’s loss, making him 1-for-16 over his last five games.

Cron’s Return Helps Power Rockies To Win

The Colorado Rockies have been led by the bat of C.J. Cron for much of the season, but the All-Star first baseman had been hampered by a wrist injury suffered July 8 and missed three of the last five games prior to Thursday’s contest with the San Diego Padres. Cron returned the starting lineup and provided some of the power he’s shown, going 2-for-5 with a double, an RBI, and two runs scored in Colorado’s win over San Diego.

“I’m a competitor. I want to play every game so I tried to give it a go Monday,” Cron said after Thursday’s win. “I could tolerate the pain but it was more the effect that had on my swing. You could tell that I just wasn’t myself and it was really debilitating to my swing.”

Cron is batting .296 with 20 doubles, two triples, 20 home runs, 68 RBIs, and 52 runs scored. He’ll be playing in his first All-Star Game on Tuesday.

Outfielder Randal Grichuk was 2-for-4 with a pair of doubles and three RBIs. Grichuk is batting .247 with 14 doubles, nine home runs, 40 RBIs and 32 runs scored.

Colorado will have right-hander German Marquez on the mound. Marquez is 5-7 with a 5.66 ERA in 17 starts, recording 81 strikeouts in 97 innings. Marquez picked up a win in his last outing against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday, as he went seven innings and allowed two runs on three hits while striking out four and walking two.

Pirates vs Rockies Head-To-Head

The Pittsburgh Pirates took two of three in their home series against the Colorado Rockies this season, just as they did in 2021, but they’re hoping to avoid the 3-0 sweep on the road from last season. Pittsburgh had won all four of its games at Coors Field in 2019 (the teams didn’t play in 2020) but couldn’t pick up a victory in last year’s trip to the venue.

Last season was the first year that the Rockies won the season series since 2013, having only managed a pair of ties in the years since. Looking at the MLB lines for the series opener, Colorado’s home success is expected to continue with a win on Friday.

Pirates vs Rockies Game Information

  • Game: Pirates (38-52) vs Rockies (41-49)
  • Location: Coors Field
  • Day/Time: Friday, July 15, 8:40 p.m. ET
  • Pirates vs Rockies Livestream: MLB.tv

Pirates vs Rockies Betting Lines

Team Handicap Moneyline Total Team Total
Pittsburgh Pirates
J. Quintana -L
+1½ -145 +127 11-110o 4½-130o / 4½Evu
Colorado Rockies
G. Marquez -R
-1½ +125 -142 11-110u 5½-125o / 5½-105u

Pirates vs Rockies Prediction

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been playing well of late, but they are missing one of their top hitters in Bryan Reynolds, who is on the injured list. The Colorado Rockies have a little more in their lineup, especially with Cron feeling better, and that will be enough to get them the victory.

When making your MLB picks, take Colorado to earn the home win.

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