On the evening of August 7, 2024, the New York Mets are set to compete against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field, with first pitch scheduled for 8:40 pm under scattered clouds. Starting on the mound for the Mets will be Paul Blackburn, who carries a 4.105 ERA into the game. Opposing him will be the Rockies’ Ryan Feltner, who enters with a 4.970 ERA.

The Mets, currently 7th in the 2024 NL East Division with a record of 59-54, show a winning percentage of .520. They’re positioned 3rd within their division, sporting a record of 20-16 in divisional games, with recent form displaying four wins in their last ten outings, currently riding a one-game losing streak. On the road, they’ve posted a 29-25 record contrasting their 30-29 home performance. The Mets have notched 546 runs scored versus 515 allowed.

In comparison, the Rockies rank 14th in the NL West Division, showing a paltry record of 42-72 and a .370 winning percentage. They’re placed last in the division with a 13-24 record in divisional matchups. Their recent stretch mirrors the Mets, with four wins in their last ten games but coming off a win in their last game. Playing at Coors Field, they have a 25-29 record, and on the road, they’ve struggled with a 17-43 outcome. The offensive side for the Rockies has tallied 483 runs while their pitching has conceded 660 runs.

Turning to the betting odds, the game presents some intriguing numbers. The point spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the Mets, with the over/under for the game at 11.5, reflecting expectations for a relatively high-scoring affair. Bettors looking at the moneyline will find the Mets as favorites at -161, while the Rockies are underdogs at +137, indicating a tighter contest than the records might suggest. These odds provide plenty of opportunities for betting enthusiasts to weigh their options carefully.