Colorado Rockies at Washington Nationals Game Preview - June 16, 2025

Monday, June 16th, 2025

The Colorado Rockies face off against the Washington Nationals on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 6:45 p.m. EDT in Washington.

Matchup Details

Colorado Rockies (14-57, fifth in the NL West) at Washington Nationals (30-41, fourth in the NL East)

Location: Washington, D.C.

Date: Monday, June 16, 2025

Time: 6:45 p.m. EDT

Pitching Probables

Rockies: Carson Palmquist (0-4, 7.77 ERA, 1.82 WHIP, 16 strikeouts)

Nationals: Jake Irvin (5-3, 4.21 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 54 strikeouts)

Betting Information

Nationals favored at -204, Rockies at +167

Over/under is 9 runs

Game Outlook

The Washington Nationals are looking to end a five-game home losing streak as they host the Colorado Rockies. Washington holds a 15-21 record at home this season, with their overall record standing at 30-41. The Nationals have been successful when scoring runs, holding a 20-7 record in games where they score at least five runs.

The Colorado Rockies, with a 14-57 overall record, have struggled particularly on the road, posting a 7-30 record away from home. The Rockies are 3-12 in games where they manage to hit at least two home runs.

This contest marks the fourth meeting between these two teams this season.

Top Performers

For the Nationals, James Wood has been a key contributor with 17 doubles and 17 home runs. C.J. Abrams has been performing well recently, going 12 for 38 with four doubles and a home run over the past 10 games.

Leading the Rockies offense, Hunter Goodman has tallied 16 doubles, three triples, and 11 home runs. Jordan Beck has been productive over the last 10 games, batting 12 for 39 with four doubles and five RBI.

Recent Form

Nationals: In their last 10 games, the Nationals have a 1-9 record with a .223 batting average and a 4.50 ERA, being outscored by 23 runs.

Rockies: Over their last 10 games, the Rockies are 3-7 with a .269 batting average and a 6.44 ERA, being outscored by 21 runs.

Injuries

Nationals: Andrew Chafin (hamstring), Dylan Crews (back), Paul DeJong (face), Orlando Ribalta (biceps), Derek Law (forearm), DJ Herz (elbow), Mason Thompson (elbow), Josiah Gray (elbow).

Rockies: Kyle Freeland (back), Ezequiel Tovar (oblique), Tanner Gordon (oblique), Kris Bryant (lumbar), Ryan Feltner (back), Jeff Criswell (elbow).

In summary

The Washington Nationals host the Colorado Rockies on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 6:45 p.m. EDT. The Nationals are 30-41 and looking to snap a home skid, while the struggling Rockies are 14-57 overall. Carson Palmquist is expected to pitch for Colorado against Washington's Jake Irvin. The Nationals are favored in the betting odds. Key performers for Washington include James Wood and C.J. Abrams, while Hunter Goodman and Jordan Beck have led the Rockies recently. Both teams have struggled in their last 10 games, particularly with losses.

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