Braves Seek Win Against Struggling Rockies in Denver

DENVER, CO — The Atlanta Braves will face the Colorado Rockies on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 8:40 p.m. EDT, looking to build on a recent offensive surge. Coming off a series victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Braves have averaged 5.66 runs per game over their last three series.

Despite a solid offensive showing, the Braves have struggled on the mound, allowing 4.55 runs per game. Starting pitcher Bryce Elder, with a record of 0-1 and a 5.57 ERA, aims to secure his second consecutive strong outing. In his last start, Elder pitched six innings, giving up one earned run and striking out two batters.

The Braves are in a favorable position as they take on the Rockies, who hold the worst record in Major League Baseball at 4-23. Colorado’s Ryan Feltner, also looking for improvement, has a 3.86 ERA over his last outing but struggles with a high walk rate of 10 percent, raising concerns for the Rockies’ defense.

Historically, matchups suggest a potential high-scoring game. Last time Elder pitched against the Rockies, he achieved a 4-1 victory despite having a 7.64 ERA. Players like Ryan McMahon and Austin Riley have previous home run success against their respective opposing pitchers.

The Braves enter this game with a 12-15 record and a 4-12 record on the road. Conversely, the Rockies have a 3-9 home record and a 1-6 record in one-run games.

Top-performing hitters include Mickey Moniak for the Rockies, who has made a notable impact with several home runs, while Marcell Ozuna of the Braves boasts five home runs and a batting average of .316.

Both teams will look to capitalize on their respective strengths as they meet for the first time this season. Injury reports show multiple players sidelined for both teams, impacting their depth as they compete for victory at Coors Field.

With the momentum on Atlanta’s side and Colorado’s recent struggles, the matchup presents an opportunity for the Braves to capitalize and edge closer to a winning record.