The Colorado Rockies host the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 2, 2025. First pitch from Coors Field is scheduled for 3:10 p.m. EDT; the game will be broadcast on COLR.
Read our Pirates vs Rockies prediction and MLB pick below.
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- Pirates vs Rockies Picks: Over 10
My Pirates vs Rockies best bet is on the Over, with the best odds currently on BetMGM. Make sure to find the best odds by checking our live MLB odds page.
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Pirates vs Rockies Odds
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Pirates vs Rockies Projected Starting Pitchers
| RHP Paul Skenes (PIT) | Stat | LHP Austin Gomber (COL) |
|---|---|---|
| 6-8 | W-L | 0-5 |
| 4.5 | fWAR (FanGraphs) | 0.1 |
| 1.83 / 2.46 | ERA / xERA | 6.28 / 5.32 |
| 2.35 / 3.06 | FIP / xFIP | 5.50 / 5.71 |
| 0.90 | WHIP | 1.66 |
| 22.1% | K-BB% | 6.7% |
| 46.4% | GB% | 31.5% |
| 108 | Stuff+ | 93 |
| 110 | Location+ | 104 |
Pirates vs Rockies Prediction, Betting Analysis
Late in the MLB season, games played in hitter-friendly or high-variance environments — such as in Colorado, Arizona, and Washington — tend to go over the total when the closing line is modest (10.5 or lower).
These markets often underestimate run production during the final stretch of the season due to weather conditions (e.g., dry heat in AZ/CO, humid air in DC) and expanded rosters increasing bullpen volatility.
Public perception around fatigue or playoff pressure may further depress totals. This creates value when betting overs in August to October for these specific home teams, particularly during regular-season games.
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Pick: Over 10
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Pirates vs Rockies Betting Trends
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