Astros vs Rockies Prediction and MLB Tips - 17 April 2026
Last updated: Apr 17, 2026, 12:10AM | Published: Apr 15, 2026, 7:29PM
The Houston Astros will sqaure off with the Colorado Rockies in MLB action at Daikin Park on Friday, commencing at 10:10am AEST.
Ryan Weiss (0-2, 7.36 ERA) will be on the bump for the Astros, up against Juan Mejia (0-2, 5.40 ERA) for the Rockies.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Astros vs Rockies game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Houston vs Colorado MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Astros a 61% chance of winning against the Rockies at Daikin Park.
Astros vs Rockies: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Friday's MLB game at Daikin Park are shown below:
- Head to Head: Astros $1.61, Rockies $2.40
- Line: Astros -1.5 ($2.29), Rockies +1.5 ($1.65)
- Total (Over/Under 8.5 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Astros at $1.61 and the Rockies at $2.40.
The Astros are 1.5-run favourites against the Rockies, with odds of $2.29 available at TAB.
For the underdog Rockies (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.65.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Rockies (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 57% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to go over 57% of the time.
Astros vs Rockies: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $1.61 with TAB
- Line: Astros -1.5 at $2.29 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Astros vs Rockies predictions are based on detailed modelling and wagering experience to give you the best possible advice every day of the year.
Although the Rockies are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Astros -1.5 is based on the chance of that happening, as projected by our predictive analytics model, and the top odds available.
Astros vs Rockies: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Houston vs Colorado game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so bookmark this page for the latest betting analysis before the Houston vs Colorado match-up.
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Astros vs Rockies: Essential Details
The match-up between the Astros and Rockies at Daikin Park is scheduled to start at 10:10am AEST on Friday.
- Teams: Houston Astros vs Colorado Rockies
- Date: Friday 17 April 2026
- Time: 10:10am AEST
- Venue: Daikin Park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Houston vs Colorado predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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