New York Mets vs Colorado Rockies Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/5

MLB game preview

The New York Mets visit the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field for a regular season game. The Mets have a record of 12-22 and hold the last spot in the NL East. They recently broke a losing streak with a win and are looking to build momentum.

The Rockies, with a record of 14-21, sit in fourth place in the NL West. They are currently on a four-game losing streak. The weather is expected to be very cold with snow, which may impact play.

New York Mets Team Preview

The New York Mets have been performing well in their recent games. They secured a 4-2 win against the Colorado Rockies on May 4th. In that game, the Mets managed only four hits, but three were extra-base hits, including a home run by Carson Benge.

The Mets also had a strong showing against the Los Angeles Angels on May 3rd. They won 5-1, with Mark Vientos hitting two home runs and driving in four runs. The Mets’ starting pitcher, Clay Holmes, had an impressive performance, allowing only one earned run over six and two-thirds innings.

Offensively, the Mets have some key players making contributions. Mark Vientos has been a standout with a .250 batting average and four home runs. Juan Soto has a .314 average, providing a reliable presence in the lineup.

Mets vs Rockies Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: New York Mets vs. Colorado Rockies
  • Venue: Coors Field in Denver, CO
  • Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Mets Moneyline -164, Rockies Moneyline +137

Colorado Rockies Team Preview

The Colorado Rockies have had a rough stretch in their recent games. They lost their last five games, including a 4-2 loss to the New York Mets on May 4th. In that game, they managed only five hits, and Mickey Moniak was a standout with a double and a triple.

In the game against the Atlanta Braves on May 3rd, the Rockies fell 11-6. They had three home runs, with Mickey Moniak hitting two of them. Despite the offensive effort, their pitching struggled, allowing 14 hits and two home runs.

The Rockies have shown some strong batting statistics this season. They rank 5th in batting average with .253 and 3rd in doubles with 64. However, their pitching has been a concern, with a team ERA of 4.61, ranking 25th in the league.

BTB Betting Pick

The Mets are favored on the moneyline at -164 against the Rockies at +137. The Mets have a better pitching staff with a 3.97 ERA, ranking 13th, compared to the Rockies’ 4.61 ERA, which ranks 25th. This gives the Mets an edge, making them the pick to win the game straight up.

The total for the game is set at 10.0 runs. The Rockies have a higher slugging percentage of .402, ranking 9th, while the Mets are at .343, ranking 27th. Both teams’ hitting and the Rockies’ weaker pitching suggest the game could go over the total. The projected score is Mets 6, Rockies 5, which supports the over 10.0 pick.