Colorado Rockies vs Houston Astros Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/14

MLB game preview

The Colorado Rockies will play the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 8:10 PM. The Rockies have a record of 6-10 and are ranked fourth in the NL West division. They are currently on a four-game losing streak and have won four out of their last ten games.

The Astros hold a record of 6-11 and are in the fifth spot in the AL West division. They have an eight-game losing streak and have only secured one win in their last ten games. The starting pitcher for the Rockies is Michael Lorenzen, with a 1-1 record and an 8.36 ERA. Colton Gordon will pitch for the Astros, making his first appearance of the 2026 season.

Colorado Rockies Team Preview

The Colorado Rockies have struggled in their recent games against the San Diego Padres. They lost four games in a row, with scores like 7-2 and 9-5. In those games, their offense had a hard time, managing just two hits in one game.

Despite these losses, some players have shown good performance. TJ Rumfield leads the team with a .308 batting average and eight RBIs. Hunter Goodman and Ezequiel Tovar have also contributed with a couple of home runs each.

On the mound, Michael Lorenzen will be the starting pitcher for the Rockies. He has a 1-1 record with an 8.36 ERA this season. The Rockies will hope for a better performance from him in the next game against the Houston Astros.

Rockies vs Astros Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Colorado Rockies vs. Houston Astros
  • Venue: Daikin Park in Houston, TX
  • Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Rockies Moneyline +153, Astros Moneyline -185, Rockies Runline +1.5 (-134), Astros Runline -1.5 (+112), Total Over 8.5 (-113), Total Under 8.5 (-108)

Houston Astros Team Preview

The Houston Astros are having a tough stretch. They have lost their last five games. In their recent game on April 13, they lost to the Seattle Mariners 6-2.

The Astros’ batting has been strong this season. They rank third in batting average and home runs. Their on-base percentage is also impressive, placing second in the league.

On the pitching side, the Astros have struggled. Their earned run average is last in the league. Colton Gordon is set to pitch against the Colorado Rockies. He has not pitched this season but had a 5.34 ERA last year.

BTB Betting Pick

The Astros are favored to win with a moneyline of -185. Their strong batting stats, including a .272 average and 19 home runs, make them the likely choice. The Rockies have a moneyline of +153, but their pitching struggles with a 6.50 ERA suggest they might not keep up. The projected score is Astros 6, Rockies 4.

The total for the game is set at 8.5. Given the Astros’ powerful hitting and the Rockies’ pitching issues, going with the over at -113 seems reasonable. The Astros’ slugging percentage of .441 and the Rockies’ high ERA indicate that runs might be plentiful. The projected total is 10 runs.