Colorado Rockies game no. 44 thread: Chase Dollander vs. Mason Montgomery

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Chase Dollander of the Colorado Rockies faces Mason Montgomery of the Pittsburgh Pirates in game no. 44, with first pitch at 10:35 AM MDT. The Rockies aim for a strong finish to their road trip after a recent victory.

Key points

Chase Dollander starts for the Rockies with a 3-2 record
Mason Montgomery is the opener for the Pirates with a 1-0 record
The Rockies recently won 10-4 against the Pirates
First pitch is scheduled for 10:35 AM MDT
Jimmy Herget is on the 15-day injured list

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 08: Chase Dollander #32 of the Colorado Rockies walks back to the dugout after being relieved in the sixth inning during the game between the Colorado Rockies and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Friday, May 8, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Derik Hamilton/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images It was a very happy birthday for Mickey Moniak as he helped propel the Colorado Rockies to a 10-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night. If the team is hoping for some more birthday magic, it just so happens to be Brenton Doyle’s birthday, and he could use some of that magic himself. With the series tied, the Rockies are looking to end the road trip on a high note and finish 3-3. Chase Dollander (3-2, 3.35 ERA) will get his second straight start as it appears the team is moving away from the opener for “Mr. Hundy.” Dollander wasn’t exactly sharp in his last outing in Philadelphia as he issued five walks but he still managed to grind out 5.2 innings and allowed just two runs on three hits with five strikeouts. The command has been a little lacking his last two times out, but the ability to get strikeouts and be effective when he doesn’t have his best stuff is what top-of-the-line pitchers have to be able to do. This will also be Dollander’s first time facing Pittsburgh. (1-0, 2.87 ERA) will make the start for the Pirates, serving as the opener. Montgomery has slotted in as a fireballing lefty since coming over from the in the trade that also brought in . He has tossed 11-straight scoreless outings and is also making his third start of the season. (2-3, 4.50 ERA) was initially scheduled to start the game, but the Pirates are choosing to go the opener route and use him as the bulk reliever, as they did on April 15 against the . Mlodzinski was excellent in his last outing, allowing just two runs on six hits over six innings in his start against , but he only had one strikeout. In roster news, the Rockies placed on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder impingement. In the corresponding move, Tanner Gordon was recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque. **First Pitch:** 10:35 AM MDT **TV:** Rockies TV **Radio:** KOA 850 AM/94.1 FM; KNRV 1150 (Spanish) **Pirates SB Nation site:** **Lineups:**

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What are Chase Dollander's stats for the upcoming game against the Pirates?

Chase Dollander has a record of 3-2 and an ERA of 3.35 heading into the game against the Pirates.

Who is starting for the Pittsburgh Pirates in the game against the Rockies?

Mason Montgomery will start for the Pittsburgh Pirates, holding a record of 1-0 and an ERA of 2.87.

What is the significance of the Rockies' recent victory over the Pirates?

The Rockies' recent 10-4 victory over the Pirates ties the series and allows them to aim for a 3-3 finish on their road trip.

Colorado Rockies game no. 44 thread: Chase Dollander vs. Mason Montgomery

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