D-backs vs. Rockies on June 20, 2025! Can Zac Gallen conquer Coors Field while Eugenio Suárez and the offense provide run support? Get the full game preview.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Friday night baseball is back, and the Arizona Diamondbacks are kicking off a crucial three-game series in the hitter's paradise of Coors Field. The stage is set for a classic NL West battle against the Colorado Rockies, with Arizona's ace, Zac Gallen, looking to get back on track against lefty Austin Gomber. With the D-backs' offense averaging over five runs a game, expect some fireworks in the Rockies.
Eugenio Suárez leads the charge with an impressive 22 home runs and 62 RBIs, setting the offensive tone for the club.
The Diamondbacks are sending Zac Gallen (4-8, 5.19 ERA) to the mound in what will be a significant test of his mettle. Coors Field is notoriously unforgiving for pitchers, and Gallen will be looking for a bounce-back performance to steady his season. On the other side, the Rockies are starting Austin Gomber, who is making his season debut. This matchup presents a golden opportunity for Arizona's potent lineup, led by the hot-hitting Josh Naylor (.304 BA) and the powerful Eugenio Suárez. The team's .252 batting average and 5.1 runs per game suggest they have the firepower to take full advantage of the high altitude.
While the bats are getting ready for action, the front office remained quiet on Friday. No new roster moves, trades, or injury updates were announced, indicating a sense of stability as the team heads into this important road trip. The roster that traveled to Colorado is the one manager Torey Lovullo is counting on to get the job done, with the most recent significant moves being the earlier optioning of Bryce Jarvis and the signing of Anthony DeSclafani.
Even as the big-league club settles in, the future continues to make noise down on the farm. Top prospect Jordan Lawlar is making a compelling case for a call-up, staying red-hot at Triple-A Reno. His recent 425-foot home run is just the latest example of his elite power potential. While no promotion was announced today, every massive homer and multi-hit game from Lawlar puts more pressure on the front office. Fans are eagerly watching, knowing he could be the next major spark for the Diamondbacks' lineup.
All eyes now turn to the thin air of Denver. This weekend series at Coors Field is more than just three games; it's a chance for the offense to feast and for Zac Gallen to prove he can conquer a tough environment. A strong showing against the Rockies could provide the momentum the Diamondbacks desperately need to start climbing the NL West ladder.
