Colorado Rockies vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/22

MLB game preview

The Colorado Rockies visit the Arizona Diamondbacks in an MLB regular season game. The game will be held at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona. The Diamondbacks have a record of 25-23 and are on a four-game winning streak. The Rockies have a record of 19-31 and are on a two-game losing streak.

Tomoyuki Sugano will start for the Rockies. He has a 4-3 record with a 4.02 ERA this season. Michael Soroka will pitch for the Diamondbacks. He has a 6-2 record and a 3.49 ERA. The game will be played on Friday, May 22, 2026, at 9:40 PM.

Colorado Rockies Team Preview

The Colorado Rockies head into their next game with a mixed performance in recent outings. They secured a narrow win against the Rangers on May 18th, edging out with a 7-6 victory. However, losses on May 19th and 20th, including a tough 10-0 defeat, highlight the team’s inconsistency.

Batting has shown some bright spots for the Rockies. Their team batting average stands at .244, ranking 9th in the league, with a notable 3rd place in doubles at 90. Key hitters like Jake McCarthy and Troy Johnston have contributed with solid performances, helping the team maintain competitive at-bats.

On the mound, Tomoyuki Sugano will start for the Rockies in the upcoming game. Sugano’s season record is 4-3, with a 4.02 ERA and 25 strikeouts. The pitching staff faces challenges, ranked 26th in strikeouts and ERA, which suggests room for improvement in their upcoming games.

Rockies vs Diamondbacks Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Colorado Rockies vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
  • Venue: Chase Field in Phoenix, AZ
  • Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Rockies Moneyline +160, Diamondbacks Moneyline -193

Arizona Diamondbacks Team Preview

The Arizona Diamondbacks have been on a strong run in their recent games. They secured a win against the San Francisco Giants on May 20th with a score of 6-3. Ketel Marte was a standout, going 3 for 3 with a home run and two RBIs.

In their game on May 19th, the Diamondbacks also beat the Giants, 5-3. Ryne Nelson pitched well, allowing three earned runs over seven innings. Ketel Marte hit another home run, driving in three runs.

The Diamondbacks’ offense shined on May 18th, winning 12-2 against the Giants. Zac Gallen pitched six solid innings, giving up just two earned runs. Ryan Waldschmidt contributed with three hits, including two doubles.

BTB Betting Pick

The Diamondbacks are favored with a moneyline of -193. Given their stronger pitching stats, such as a lower earned run average of 4.30 compared to the Rockies’ 5.00, the Diamondbacks are likely to win. The projected score suggests a Diamondbacks victory of 5-4.

The total for the game is set at 8.5. Both teams have shown strong hitting capabilities, with high doubles ranks of 2nd and 3rd. Considering these factors, the game is expected to go over the total of 8.5. The projected total score aligns with this, suggesting a combined score of 9.