Yankees vs Rockies Picks and Prediction – 5/24/2025

On Friday, the New York Yankees (28-19) face off against the Colorado Rockies (8-40) at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado. Keep up to date with all the MLB action, with our expert MLB picks.

Colorado comes into this matchup on a four-game losing streak and has dropped four of their last five games prior to their last two games against Philadelphia. In their recent 7-4 defeat against the Philadelphia Phillies, Rockies pitcher Antonio Senzatela took the mound for six innings, during which he surrendered ten hits and four earned runs. Senzatela also issued one walk and struck out three batters in his outing. On the offensive side, Jordan Beck has been Colorado’s primary power source this season, topping the team with eight home runs. Hunter Goodman trails closely behind with seven homers, making him the team’s second-highest home run hitter so far. Goodman has also been a key run producer for the Rockies, leading the team with 29 RBIs. Additionally, Goodman owns the club’s highest batting average this year at .285, showcasing his value as a consistent hitter. Defensively, the Rockies have struggled immensely, allowing an average of 7.4 runs per game over their past five contests—further solidifying their position as the MLB’s worst-performing team so far this season. Colorado finds itself on the brink of setting unwanted franchise records if unable to turn their performance around. On offense, the Rockies average just 3.3 runs per game, further highlighting their difficulties both on the mound and at the plate as they search for any spark to ignite a turnaround.

New York enters this game on a two-game winning streak and has won four of their last five games prior to their last two games against Texas. In their recent 5-2 victory over the Texas Rangers, Aaron Judge delivered a strong offensive performance for the Yankees, going 2-for-4 at the plate. His contributions included a home run, two runs scored, and two RBIs. Judge has been a standout performer throughout the season, leading the team with 16 home runs so far. Trent Grisham has also been a power threat, ranking second on the squad with 12 home runs to his name. Judge isn’t just leading in home runs; he is also at the top of the team in RBIs, having amassed 43 runs batted in this year. His consistency at the plate is reflected in his batting average, as he currently tops all Yankees hitters, posting an impressive .403 average. Offensively, the Yankees have been productive over their recent stretch, averaging 4.8 runs scored over their last five contests. That steady production has helped them maintain a four-and-a-half-game lead over the Boston Red Sox for first in the AL East division. With their offense clicking, the Yankees are poised to capitalize on a favorable matchup against the team with MLB’s worst record this season. On the year, the Yankees have averaged 5.8 runs per game, underscoring their reputation as one of the league’s most potent lineups.

The Yankees are aiming to capitalize on the Colorado Rockies’ weak defensive play, hoping to exploit any mistakes and turn them into scoring chances. Meanwhile, the Rockies are trying to make the most of whatever offensive opportunities come their way, as they look to overcome their struggles at the plate. On the mound, New York is sending Clarke Schmidt, who has posted a 1-1 record with a 4.41 ERA so far this season. For Colorado, Chase Dollander will get the start; he’s had a tougher year, holding a 2-5 record and a high 6.28 ERA. With a matchup like this, New York will look to put pressure on Colorado early, while the Rockies will need to find a way to support Dollander and tighten up their defense if they want a chance to win. Final Score Prediction, New York Yankees win 2-0.