Colorado Rockies @ Houston Astros - August 28, 2025

The Houston Astros will beat the Colorado Rockies. The Colorado Rockies will cover the spread, and the total will go over.

Examining both teams, it is evident that the Astros possess the upper hand. With an average of 4.3 runs scored per game and 8.6 hits, their offensive capabilities are solidly backed by a respectable batting average of .247. In contrast, the Rockies struggle offensively, not managing to score even 3.8 runs on average per game. The disparity in hit volume is minimal at 8 compared to the Astros yet their batting average of .232 clearly elucidates their challenges at the plate.

On the mound, the Astros’ earned run average (ERA) stands at 3.9, demonstrating a competent pitching staff that can manage games efficiently. The Rockies, however, present an alarming ERA of 6.1, which signifies a vulnerability that the Astros can exploit. Given these statistical insights, I anticipate that Houston’s offensive strength will overwhelm Colorado’s subpar pitching, resulting in a high-scoring affair that will undoubtedly surpass the total. Expect a definitive Astros victory, with the Rockies likely to cover the spread as they attempt to keep up in a competitive match.