Arizona Diamondbacks vs Colorado Rockies Prediction: Hot Diamondbacks to keep this rolling

The Colorado Rockies, currently at 0-2, are set to play the third game of their season-opening road series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, who stand at 2-0, at Chase Field on Sunday midnight. In this matchup, the Rockies are considered underdogs, while the Diamondbacks are favored to win.

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Arizona Diamondbacks have made an impressive start to the season, currently leading the National League West. Following this series, they are set to face the Yankees in a three-game matchup. The Diamondbacks have an opportunity to achieve their first 3-0 start since the 2012 season. Leading the charge for the Diamondbacks is Ketel Marte, boasting 6 hits and 1 RBI, while Joe Pederson and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. have contributed a combined total of 8 hits and 7 RBI. Taking the mound for the Diamondbacks is Tommy Henry, who posted a 5-4 record with a 4.15 ERA and 64 strikeouts last season. Henry holds a strong career record against the Colorado Rockies, with a 3-0 record, a 3.57 ERA, and 13 strikeouts. Notably, the Diamondbacks have clinched victories in their last eight games against National League West opponents, covering the run line in each of those matchups.

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies are still in search of their first win of the season, having been outscored 4-23 over two games. Following this series, they are scheduled to play three games against the Chicago Cubs. So far, the Rockies have struggled in every aspect of their game and are quickly establishing themselves as one of the weakest teams in MLB. Despite the early stage of the season, the outlook appears bleak for the Rockies. Ryan McMahon leads the team with 4 hits and 1 RBI, while Elias Diaz and Brendan Rodgers have contributed a combined total of 3 hits and 1 RBI. Taking the mound for the Rockies is Austin Gomber, who posted a 9-9 record with a 5.50 ERA and 87 strikeouts last season. Gomber holds a career record of 3-0 with a 5.35 ERA and 22 strikeouts against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Additionally, the Rockies have suffered defeats in their last 12 road games. As they head into this matchup, the Rockies have failed to cover the run line in eight of their last nine road games against National League West opponents with winning records.

Expert Betting Tips

The Colorado Rockies have performed abysmally in their first two games, offering little excitement for bettors. While it's a small sample size, their performances have been consistently poor. Despite any pitching matchups or statistics, the Rockies' overall performance has been dismal. Considering the current form of the Arizona Diamondbacks, I believe they are well-positioned to secure a victory in this matchup.