Close
The Colorado Rockies (9-3) and Seattle Mariners (5-9) kick off a three-game interleague arrangement at T-Mobile Park Friday with a 9:40 p.m. ET first pitch. We break down the Rockies-Mariners wagering chances and lines, with MLB picks and smartest options.
The Rockies at Mariners: Projected beginning pitchers
RHP Antonio Senzatela versus LHP Yusei Kikuchi
Senzatela has been sharping for the amazing Rockies, posting a 2-0 record, 2.45 ERA, 1.27 WHIP. He hasn't permitted a grand slam across 11 innings more than two beginnings.
Senzatela has kept the ball in the yard and been sharp, yet, it additionally assists with getting hostile help. The Rockies are 2-0 in his two beginnings, and they have scored 8.5 runs per game in his excursions.
The Colorado righty tossed 57 of his 86 pitches for strikes last break, in spite of only 13 first-pitch strikes to 23 players.
Kikuchi has not figured into the choice in both of his two begins to date, posting a 4.66 ERA, 13 strikeouts and a 1.35 WHIP.
Kikuchi was messed up in his underlying excursion in Houston on July 26; however, he threw six scoreless innings with only three hits, one walk, and nine strikeouts against the Oakland Athletics last break (Aug. 1).
This is only Kikuchi's third vocational start against a National League rival. The lefty posted a 5.00 ERA across nine innings with 12 hits, four strolls, and nine strikeouts in more than two beginnings against NL groups in 2019.
Get some activity on this game or some other matchup with an MLB wager like BetMGM in NJ, IN, CO and WV. Wager now!
The Rockies at Mariners: Key wounds
(Rundown of wounds around the group)
Rockies
Sailors
MLB chances civility of BetMGM; get to USA TODAY Sports for a full rundown. Chances last refreshed at 7:20 a.m. ET.
Forecast
The ROCKIES (- 106) are fundamentally a pick to play against the Mariners (+100) in this interleague arrangement opener. The distinction here is, the Rockies are playing enormous baseball, and the M's have been rubbish generally.
On the off chance that this was an ordinary game with fans prodding on the home side, I'd consider the young men from SoDo. Be that as it may, give me the Rox until they begin to chill. Additionally, they're 4-0 in their previous four interleague games and 5-0 in the past five against left-gave beginning pitchers.
New to sports wagering? A triumphant $10 wager on Colorado (- 106) restores a benefit of $9.50.
The ROCKIES (- 1, +115) are a pleasant play on the run line, as everything except one of their previous eight triumphs have been by at least two runs. In the event that you like to roll the dice a tad, Colorado (- 2.5, +200) is an appealing play since you can get serious about your underlying speculation.
Six of their previous eight triumphs have been by at any rate three runs. Simply don't get insane here while backing them to win by in any event 3 runs. They are a strong side, but you can't take anything for granted in MLB.
OVER 8.5 (- 110) is a decent play, particularly if Kikuchi is off his game. The second-year pitcher hasn't demonstrated he can string together quality beginnings.
The Rockies can possibly make him pay and hit the Over themselves on the off chance that they're truly on with the bats. The way things are, I additionally like the exceptional prop taking Colorado to go Over 5.5 (+170).
If we look at the performance of both the teams throughout the season we can definitely say that it will be the game to watch out for. Both the teams are looking forward to winning this match and will come hard on each other.
The Rockies may make some changes in their playing side while Mariners may go with the same side. However, both the teams have the potential to destroy the opponents on any given day.
We think it is going to be a nail-biting match. It is hard to pick a winner, but we think rookies may steal this match from the mariners.
Top 15 American MLB Stars Leading the Game Today in 2024 
Step up Your Style Game with These Must-Have Baseball Caps 
Guide to Different Baseball Pitches and How to Identify Them 
Guide to the Varieties of Baseballs for Different Ages 
The Most Unforgettable Home Runs in Baseball History 
Top Baseball Bats for Power Hitters: The 2024 Edition 
Top 7 Iconic Moments That Shaped Modern Baseball History