Rockies vs Mets Preview: Survive Coors, Start Strong

After winning Friday's tight game 4-3, Colorado heads to New York for Saturday's matchup at Citi Field. José Quintana takes the mound for the Rockies, looking to keep their momentum rolling. However, the Rockies face a challenging pitching environment because their staff struggles when the team plays on the road. The team's record sits at 11-16, and they need consistent performances from their veterans. Meanwhile, injuries affect Colorado's roster depth significantly. Kris Bryant remains sidelined, and Kyle Freeland won't return until late April. Despite these obstacles, Colorado hopes to build on Friday's clutch win against the Mets.

Kodai Senga takes the mound for New York on Saturday with high expectations. The right-hander possesses an electric fastball and signature ghost fork pitch that makes him dangerous when healthy. Last season, injuries limited his availability, but the Mets need him anchoring the rotation this year. New York's record of 9-17 shows they're struggling early in the season, losing their last game. The Mets also added Freddy Peralta and other veteran arms to stabilize their pitching staff. Despite recent losses, New York brings powerful bats to the lineup, including star hitter Juan Soto, who remains one of baseball's most disciplined batters.

Hunter Goodman, Colorado's 25-year-old catcher, emerged as one of baseball's most exciting young players last season. He earned All-Star honors after hitting about 31 home runs and driving in 91 runs with impressive plate discipline. Producing that kind of power from the catcher position makes Goodman exceptionally valuable for the Rockies' future. Brenton Doyle, the team's center fielder, already won two Gold Glove awards despite his short career in the majors. His elite defensive skills shine in Coors Field's spacious outfield, though he continues developing offensively. Both players represent Colorado's commitment to building around young talent, offering hope for sustained success despite current struggles.