Colorado Rockies vs Atlanta Braves Picks and Prediction for Saturday, August 29, 2026
The Colorado Rockies (52-83) face off against the Atlanta Braves (80-55) at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia on Saturday. Get involved in the action with our free MLB picks.
Colorado vs. Atlanta Game Information
- August 29, 2026
- 4:10 PM EST
- Truist Park
- BravesVision/MLB.TV/Rockies.TV/Fubo
Atlanta Form & Recent Results
Atlanta enters this matchup with plenty of momentum, riding a five-game winning streak. That run includes a win over the Rockies, a three-game sweep of the Dodgers, and another victory against the Brewers, with all five games being played at home. In Friday’s 6-4 win over Colorado, Michael Harris II played a big role for the Braves, going 2-for-3 at the plate with a home run, two runs scored, and three RBIs. Starting pitcher Grant Holmes also helped Atlanta stay in position to win, working five innings while giving up eight hits and three earned runs. He also issued one walk and recorded three strikeouts against the Rockies.
At the plate this season, Matt Olson has continued to be Atlanta’s biggest power threat, leading the team with 37 home runs. Drake Baldwin and Michael Harris II have also provided strong production, as both players have hit 22 home runs so far this year. Olson has been the Braves’ top run producer as well, leading the club with 78 RBIs on the season. Harris has been one of Atlanta’s most consistent hitters, carrying a team-best .294 batting average. In their last five games, the Braves have averaged 4.2 runs per game, and they will be looking to keep their offense steady as they try to push their winning streak to six games.
Colorado Form & Recent Results
Colorado comes into this matchup looking to turn things around after losing two straight games and three of its last five overall. The Rockies were competitive in Friday’s 6-4 loss to the Braves in Atlanta, but they were not able to come up with enough late offense to complete the comeback. Jake McCarthy had a productive night at the plate for Colorado, finishing 1-for-3 while also reaching base after being hit by a pitch. He added a single, scored one run, and drove in one RBI, giving the Rockies some needed production from the left field spot.
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Offensively, Hunter Goodman has been Colorado’s biggest power threat this season, leading the team with 36 home runs. Mickey Moniak has also provided some pop in the lineup, ranking second on the club with 21 home runs so far. Goodman has been the Rockies’ top run producer as well, leading the team with 73 RBI on the year. Meanwhile, McCarthy has been one of Colorado’s most consistent hitters, carrying a team-best .291 batting average. Pitching has been an issue lately, though, as the Rockies have given up an average of 5.6 runs per game over their last five games.
Key Stats
- Colorado’s Hunter Goodman this season: 36 HRs, 73 RBI, .256 AVG
- Atlanta’s Matt Olson this season: 37 HRs, 78 RBI, .258 AVG
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- ATL -225 / COL +183; O/U 9
Colorado vs. Atlanta Picks and Prediction
The Braves will try to keep their momentum going as they chase a sixth straight win, and they’ll have a favorable matchup against a Rockies team that has struggled badly this season. Atlanta has been playing well and will look to take advantage of a Colorado club that has had trouble finding consistency on both the mound and at the plate. Martin Perez is set to start for the Braves, bringing an 8-8 record and a strong 3.12 ERA into the matchup. He’ll be opposed by Rockies right-hander Ryan Feltner, who enters at 5-8 with a 6.08 ERA, giving Atlanta a clear opportunity to put pressure on Colorado early. Final Score Prediction, Atlanta Braves win 3-1.