Gomber was the final link from the Arenado trade still in Rockies’ orbit and is now released. His departure seals the deal’s collapse for Colorado while allowing STL to celebrate the acquisition of Arenado as the cornerstone of their competitive run.

Gomber allowed McCutchen’s two-run homer in the second, a tough moment that helped the Pirates set the tone early as Colorado’s offense struggled for most of the night.

Gomber has endured a rough 2025 campaign, sitting at 0-6 with a 6.75 ERA. His last outing carried a 9.00 ERA, underscoring command issues and league-wide altitude effects. Colorado will lean on him to stabilize the rotation and limit Dodgers’ blows, but the matchup remains a high-variance affair given Coors and LA’s depth.

Austin Gomber has a 6.03 ERA in 2025 and is under contract for $2 million this year, making him a potential trade candidate for the Rockies. His performance and financial commitment may attract teams looking for affordable pitching.

Gomber's recent performances have been underwhelming, with a 5.49 ERA and a crucial need for improvement as the Rockies face stiff competition in their road trip.