Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Colorado Rockies: Paul Skenes Starts August 2, 2025

Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

Pittsburgh Pirates at Colorado Rockies

Saturday, August 2, 2025 - 2:10 PM MT

Coors Field, Denver, Colorado

Game Preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates (47-63, fifth in the NL Central) are set to visit the Colorado Rockies (29-80, fifth in the NL West) at Coors Field on Saturday, August 2, 2025. This will be the first meeting of the season between these two teams.

Current Form & Outlook

The Pirates enter this contest looking to extend a five-game winning streak. Pittsburgh holds a 16-38 record in road games and has been effective when their offense clicks, boasting a 33-18 record in games where they record at least eight hits.

The Rockies have struggled significantly at home, with a 15-38 record at Coors Field. They have a challenging record of 13-64 in games where they have given up a home run.

Pitching Matchup

The Pittsburgh Pirates will send right-hander Paul Skenes to the mound. Skenes holds a 6-8 record with an impressive 1.83 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, and 146 strikeouts.

For the Colorado Rockies, left-hander Austin Gomber is scheduled to start. Gomber's record stands at 0-5 with a 6.28 ERA, 1.66 WHIP, and 22 strikeouts.

Betting Odds

The Pirates are favored with a line of -138, while the Rockies are listed at +116. The over/under for the game is set at 11 1/2 runs.

Team Performance & Key Players

Pittsburgh Pirates Performance

Over their last 10 games, the Pirates have been in strong form, with an 8-2 record. During this span, they have a .265 team batting average and a solid 2.83 ERA, outscoring opponents by 21 runs.

Offensively, Oneil Cruz has been a significant contributor for Pittsburgh this season, tallying 16 doubles, two triples, and 18 home runs with a .218 batting average. Andrew McCutchen has also been productive recently, going 10 for 44 with a double and three home runs over the past 10 games.

Colorado Rockies Performance

The Rockies have a 5-5 record in their last 10 games. They have posted a .267 batting average but a high 7.53 ERA, being outscored by 23 runs during this period.

Mickey Moniak leads the Rockies' offense with 12 doubles, six triples, 16 home runs, and 42 RBI, while batting .270. Brenton Doyle has been a standout recently, going 14 for 34 with a double and a home run in his last 10 appearances.

Injuries

Colorado Rockies Injuries

Zach Agnos: 15-Day IL (hand)

German Marquez: 15-Day IL (shoulder)

Ryan Ritter: 10-Day IL (finger)

Kris Bryant: 60-Day IL (lumbar)

Jeff Criswell: 60-Day IL (elbow)

Pittsburgh Pirates Injuries

Chase Shugart: 15-Day IL (knee)

Endy Rodriguez: 60-Day IL (elbow)

Enmanuel Valdez: 60-Day IL (shoulder)

Justin Lawrence: 60-Day IL (elbow)

Tim Mayza: 60-Day IL (shoulder)

Jared Jones: 60-Day IL (elbow)

Johan Oviedo: 60-Day IL (elbow)

In summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates, riding a five-game winning streak and strong recent performance (8-2 in their last 10), are set to face the struggling Colorado Rockies on August 2, 2025, at Coors Field. The Pirates, led by ace Paul Skenes (1.83 ERA), are favored against the Rockies' Austin Gomber (6.28 ERA). With Pittsburgh's momentum and key offensive contributions from players like Oneil Cruz, they will look to capitalize on Colorado's difficulties, especially at home, where the Rockies have a poor 15-38 record.

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