Rockies Seek Home Boost Against Visiting Braves
The Colorado Rockies, who are still trying to shake off a rough start to their 2025 season, host the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night at Coors Field. Colorado, currently sitting at a record of 4-23, is desperate to find some momentum at home, where the altitude can sometimes be a wildcard factor for visiting teams. Facing them is an Atlanta Braves squad, while more competitive at 12-15, has experienced its share of struggles this month and looks to climb back to .500. The Rockies will turn to Germán Márquez, hoping he can provide some stability on the mound despite a rocky beginning to his year with an 0-4 record and a 9.30 ERA. Márquez’s task won’t be easy against a Braves lineup, and while inconsistent, it boasts power hitters capable of taking full advantage of Coors Field’s hitter-friendly dimensions. The first pitch is scheduled for 8:40 p.m. EST, with clear skies and warm spring temperatures in Denver.
The Rockies’ issues this season have stemmed from both pitching inconsistency and a drained offense. Their team ERA sits at an alarming 5.85, which is one of the worst in the MLB. The bats haven't picked up the slack either, the team is only hitting .213. A young player like Ezequiel Tovar has shown potential, but the lineup lacks the sustained power to keep up with opponents. Manager Bud Black has shuffled lineups and called for patience, but the frustration is beginning to mount both in the clubhouse and among the faithful. Facing a Braves team with a struggling pitching staff while being ranked near the bottom of the league in several categories might be the opportunity Colorado needs to jump-start its offense and build some positive momentum heading into May.
Meanwhile, Atlanta is not overlooking the Rockies despite their record. The Braves’ offense is led by Marcell Ozuna, who is batting .316 with an impressive .486 on-base percentage, and the catcher Sean Murphy has already slugged several home runs. Still, Atlanta’s pitching staff has been a concern by giving up high home run rates, and some pitchers have dealt with control issues. Although they have yet to announce their starters for Tuesday’s game, they will navigate carefully, where even routine full balls quickly turn into extra-base hits. For Colorado, this game offers a chance to reset the narrative of their season, at least for a night. A strong performance at home is needed for confidence and momentum in search of the identity of the Rockies.
