Colorado Rockies vs New York Mets Game 1 Picks and Predictions for Sunday April 26 2026
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The Colorado Rockies travel to face the New York Mets at Citi Field in Queens, New York on Sunday, April 26, 2026, with first pitch scheduled for 1:40 PM and coverage available on MLB.TV. At the time of this writing the odds were not released. Be sure to check out free MLB picks.
Starting Pitchers Preview
Colorado is set to start Jose Quintana, while New York will counter with Nolan McLean. Quintana enters this matchup with a 0-2 record, posting a 6.23 ERA and a 1.85 WHIP over 13.0 innings. He has allowed 15 hits while striking out just four batters and issuing nine walks, along with giving up three home runs. On the other side, McLean has been much sharper, coming in at 1-1 with a 2.67 ERA and a 0.76 WHIP across 30.1 innings. He has allowed only 15 hits while striking out 38 and walking eight, showing strong command and the ability to limit baserunners.
Colorado’s Inconsistent Road Form
Colorado enters this contest with an 11-16 overall record and a 4-10 mark on the road. The Rockies recently won over the Mets but had mixed results in the games leading up to that, including losses to San Diego and Los Angeles along with a win in that stretch. Over their last five games, they have shown flashes of offensive production but have struggled to maintain consistency from one game to the next.
The Rockies are hitting .252 as a team with 112 runs scored and 230 hits. They have produced 26 home runs while posting a .317 on-base percentage and a .400 slugging percentage. On the pitching side, Colorado holds a 4.34 ERA with a 1.40 WHIP, allowing a .268 opponent batting average while recording 209 strikeouts and issuing 86 walks.
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A key concern for Colorado is their pitching effectiveness, particularly in limiting opposing hitters. The .268 opponent batting average and 4.34 ERA suggest that opponents have been able to generate consistent offense, which can be difficult to overcome, especially on the road.
New York Aiming to Build on Home Opportunity
New York comes into this matchup with a 9-17 overall record and a 5-8 mark at home. The Mets recently lost to Colorado but had picked up back-to-back wins over Minnesota prior to that, along with a competitive extra-inning loss to Chicago. Their last five games show a mix of results, with some offensive success balanced by close defeats.
Offensively, the Mets are hitting .230 with 91 runs scored and 202 hits. They have added 19 home runs while carrying a .292 on-base percentage and a .344 slugging percentage. On the mound, New York has a 4.13 ERA with a 1.31 WHIP, allowing a .240 opponent batting average while recording 236 strikeouts and issuing 92 walks.
One strength for New York is their pitching staff’s ability to limit opposing hitters more effectively than Colorado. With a lower ERA and opponent batting average, the Mets have shown more stability on the mound, which can be a difference-maker in games where offense is not overwhelming.
Colorado Rockies vs New York Mets Picks and Prediction
Colorado Rockies vs New York Mets Pick
Pick: New York Mets Moneyline
New York is the preferred side in this matchup due to the clear advantage on the mound and a slightly stronger overall pitching profile. McLean’s numbers stand out compared to Quintana’s, particularly in ERA, WHIP, and strikeout totals, suggesting a better ability to control the game. While Colorado has shown offensive capability, their higher opponent batting average and ERA indicate that run prevention has been an issue. With New York holding the edge in pitching efficiency, the Mets are the stronger choice.
Colorado Rockies vs New York Mets Total Pick
Pick: Under 8
I’m leaning toward the under in this game based on the combination of New York’s pitching and the inconsistency of both offenses. The Mets have allowed a lower opponent batting average, and Colorado’s pitching struggles could be offset by McLean’s ability to limit scoring. With both teams carrying moderate offensive numbers and the stronger pitching performance coming from New York, this matchup sets up for a more controlled scoring environment.
Final Score Prediction: New York Mets 4 – Colorado Rockies 3
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