As the Major League Baseball season heats up, the New York Mets are set to battle it out against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on August 7, 2024. The game is scheduled to start at 8:40 PM under scattered clouds. Paul Blackburn will take the mound for the Mets, armed with a 4.105 ERA, while Ryan Feltner will represent the Rockies with a 4.970 ERA.

In terms of standings, the Mets are currently 7th in the NL East Division with a record of 59-54, demonstrating a 0.52 winning percentage and holding a 20-16 divisional record. Their recent performance shows a slightly rocky path with 4 wins in their last 10 games, currently on a one-loss streak. On the other hand, the Rockies are positioned 14th in the NL West Division, sporting a win-loss record of 42-72, translating to a 0.37 winning percentage. They too have picked up pace with 4 wins in their recent 10 games and are on a one-win streak.

As far as betting odds are concerned, the Point Spread is set at 1.5, with the Over/Under sitting at 11.5. The Mets are favored on the Away Team Money Line at -161, while the Rockies present a Home Team Money Line of +137. These odds indicate the Mets as the favorites to win this encounter, although bettors might find good value in the Rockies given their underdog status and the potentially high-scoring game suggested by the Over/Under.