Orioles vs. Rockies: Game 1 predictions, odds and picks — Aug 30, MLB 2024

On Friday, the Baltimore Orioles will kick off a weekend series at Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies. Although the two teams face divergent situations in their respective divisions, both clubs will be looking to put their best foot forward.

The series will represent the first trip for the Baltimore Orioles to the Mile High City since 2019. Over the past six games between the two teams, the O's have walked away victorious in four of them.

"Rockies starters vs @Orioles beginning tomorrow" - Roch Kubatko

The O's are on the way back east after a series against the Los Angeles Dodgers that saw them lose two of three, and now stand 1.5 games behind the New York Yankees in the AL East. Meanwhile, the Rockies, last in the NL West, split their most recent four-game series against Miami.

The game will commence at 6:40 Mountain Time. Albert Suarez will take the mound for the O's against Austin Gomber for the Rockies.

Orioles vs Rockies Baseball Betting Odds

Orioles vs Rockies August 30	Money Line	Run Spread	Total Runs
Baltimore Orioles	-165	-1.5 -115	O 11.5 +100
Colorado Rockies	+140	+1.5 -105	U 11.5 -120

Where to Watch Orioles vs Rockies

Viewing options for Friday's game between the Rockies and Orioles will depend on your location. For fans based in Colorado, the action will be available to watch on Xfinity Comcast. Meanwhile, those tuning in from the Baltimore area can catch the game on MASN.

Additionally, some streaming options exist for this game. Though the possibilities are multiple, most fans seem to gravitate towards platforms such as Peacock, fubo or MLB.TV.

Orioles vs Rockies Prediction

The O's 202 home runs are second only to the New York Yankees in MLB. As such, it is likely that fans can expect to see quite a few balls fly out of the park at Coors Field, which is regarded as one of the most hitter-friendly ballparks in MLB.

Stars such as Gunnar Henderson, Adley Rutschmann and Colton Cowser threaten to make it a rough day for the Rockies.

"Colton Cowser becomes the first American League rookie to reach the 20-homer plateau in 2024! His .778 OPS and 60 RBIs both rank second among all qualified first-year players on the Junior Circuit." - MLB Pipeline

Moreover, the O's have arrived in Colorado at an opportune time. Over the past two weeks, Colorado arms have pitched to a combined ERA of 5.02, ranking them 26th out of 30 teams in that period of time.

These teams do not see a lot of each other, and as such, the possibilities for an upset are certainly present. However, the O's are a superlative offensive team, asking the Rockies to match the firepower of Baltimore is a very tall ask.

Prediction: Baltimore W, 7-3