Pondering a Wise Gamble: Is It Strategic to Oppose the Colorado Rockies in Every Match?

Colorado Rockies: History in the Making or Sports Nightmare?

Pondering a Wise Gamble: Is It Strategic to Oppose the Colorado Rockies in Every Match?

Get ready for some major baseball drama! The Colorado Rockies are the talk of the town - for all the wrong reasons. Last year, I mused about whether we should bet against the Chicago White Sox in every game, given their horrendous 3-18 start. Well, the 2025 Rockies took it up a notch in the 'who can be the worst' race, starting off a lousy 4-17 in their first 21 games. While the White Sox eventually set an MLB record for losses in a season with 121, the Rockies are hot on their heels, boasting a record of 6-28 - significantly worse than the White Sox's start!

So, who's the next punching bag of the season? Our friends in Denver!

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Fast-forward to May 5, an off-day for the Rockies, and they were a staggering seventeen games behind their division. Pretty sure that's a record, but I wouldn't bet on it (no pun intended!). The other four teams in the NL West all had records above .500 at the time of publishing. But hey, the good news is all of them still had the majority of their games left against the Rockies!

Things could potentially stay this dire as the season progresses. Enter the question: should we bet against the Rockies in every game? After all, the White Sox managed to win over 27% of their games despite their record, so there's a chance the Rockies could turn things around. But it sure seems like they're on their way to setting a new record for futility!

Colorado Rockies' Devastating Stats

The stats are as grim as the standings. It's hard to imagine any MLB team sustaining a .176 batting average over 162 games, but that's where the Rockies are right now. Of their 28 losses, 22 have been by more than one run, including eight losses by 5+ runs, making the run line against Colorado a very lucrative bet.

The Rockies batting stats are abysmal, with an overall .209 batting average, .278 on-base percentage, and .342 slugging percentage. Their offensive performance on the road is pathetic, averaging just 2.2 runs per game, with a league-high 28.4% strikeout rate. Even with the Coors Field Effect, their offensive output is laughable, averaging 4.3 runs per game at home. But their opponents? They score nearly 6.5 runs per game!

As for their pitching, it's not a whole lot better. Their collective 5.38 ERA and 4.68 FIP over 293 innings are nothing to write home about. Starting pitchers have been even worse, boasting a 6.53 ERA and 4.84 FIP in 165.1 innings.

Colorado Rockies' Tough Schedule Ahead

Things don't look set to improve for the Rockies based on their schedule.

May 6-8: vs. Tigers (AL Central leaders)
May 9-11: vs. Padres (potential playoff team)
May 12-14: at Rangers (only upcoming opponent with a losing record until June 2-4)
May 16-18: at Diamondbacks
May 19-22: vs. Phillies (potential playoff team)
May 23-25: vs. Yankees (AL East leaders)
May 26-28: at Cubs (NL Central leaders)
May 30-June 1: at Mets (NL East leaders)

So, what would be a good Over/Under line for wins in that stretch? It's hard to imagine a team being as bad as the Rockies have been for an extended period, but it wouldn't be a shock if they expanded their record of futility. Wagers against the Rockies will likely continue to be attractive, whether for parlay sweeteners or run line opportunities, given their upcoming schedule and enormous underdog status. But be prepared to shell out some serious money for those juicy prices!

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As of the current season, the Colorado Rockies are having a historically poor start in 2025, with a record of 6-28.
They are projected to finish the season with a winning percentage of approximately .174, which would surpass the Chicago White Sox's 2024 record of .311 (winning percentage of 41-121).
In 2025, the Rockies would have the worst record in MLB history based on their early performance.
The Rockies have lost 28 games by more than one run so far this season, with eight losses by 5+ runs.
The Rockies have an overall batting average of .209, on-base percentage of .278, and slugging percentage of .342.
They've faced tough competition in the NL West, including the Dodgers, Padres, Giants, and Diamondbacks, with all of them having a record above .500.
The Rockies have struggled both at home (.234/.314/.407 slash line, 4.3 runs per game) and on the road (.209/.278/.342 slash line, 2.2 runs per game).
They have a combined 5.38 ERA and 4.68 FIP over 293 innings.
Starting pitchers have a 6.53 ERA and 4.84 FIP in 165.1 innings.
Their upcoming schedule includes games against potential playoff teams such as the Tigers, Padres, Phillies, Yankees, Cubs, and Mets, all of whom have records above .500 or appear set for post-season.
Interestingly, the discussion on sports betting is heightened as the Colorado Rockies' disappointing start in the 2025 MLB season has attracted the attention of punters worldwide.
Greg Peterson's MLB Daily Lines and MLB Odds are valuable resources for those considering making a moneyline bet on the Rockies' games, given their dismal performance.
Moneyline bets on the Rockies carry juicy prices due to their underdog status in their upcoming games against tough competition, making them attractive wagers for many.
Parlay Calculators can help sports bettors optimize their bets by including the Rockies in their parlays, considering the potential of significant profits if they win, even with their poor record.
The over/under betting line for the Rockies' upcoming games may offer compelling opportunities, given their history of losing by more than one run and the run line against them being a lucrative bet.
Stay tuned for expert MLB picks and insights on the Rockies' upcoming schedule, as analysts publish strategies and recommendations for navigating the team's challenging fixtures ahead.