Dodgers vs. Rockies prediction: Why Dodgers are favored to win Monday's MLB matchup [8/17/2026]

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Los Angeles Dodgers-Colorado Rockies Predictions and Game Preview.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Colorado Rockies MLB prediction for Monday, August 17, 2026.

The Colorado Rockies will face the favored Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB action at Coors Field on Monday, commencing at 8:40 PM ET.

Tomoyuki Sugano (12-5, 4.43 ERA) will be the starting pitcher for the Rockies, while the Dodgers are going with Blake Snell (0-1, 5.00 ERA).

Dimers' advanced MLB model projects the Dodgers as the most likely winner in this Dodgers vs. Rockies prediction.

This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including best bets and picks.

Dodgers vs. Rockies prediction: Who will win and cover?

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's MLB matchup between the Dodgers and Rockies, forming part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model gives the Dodgers a 70.9% chance of beating the Rockies.

According to our model, the Dodgers (-1.5) have a 61.3% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 10.5 runs has a 55.6% chance of going over,.

 

Dodgers vs. Rockies odds [8/17/2026]

We have researched the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

  • Run Line: Dodgers -1.5 (-169) / Rockies +1.5 (+163)
  • Moneyline: Dodgers -257, Rockies +251

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Dodgers vs. Rockies picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

  • Run line: Rockies +1.5 @ +163 via DraftKings
  • Moneyline: Rockies @ +251 via Novig
  • Total: Over 10.5 @ -113 via Polymarket

According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 10.5 total runs.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

 

Dodgers vs. Rockies game-day updates and essential details

Monday's MLB action between the Rockies and Dodgers at Coors Field is scheduled to commence at 8:40 PM ET.

Conclusion

We predict the Dodgers, with a 70.9% win probability, will likely beat the Rockies in Monday's MLB matchup.

Additional tools and information for betting safely can be found in our Responsible Gambling hub.

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Written by
Dave Garofolo
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.

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