Heartbreaking Loss for the Rockies, Nationals Clinch 2-1 Victory
The Rockies faced off against the Nationals in an intense game at Coors Field, and although our boys started strong, they ultimately fell short with a final score of 2-1.
Strong Start by the Rockies
Our guys took an early lead in the bottom of the second inning when Michael Toglia launched a monstrous 462-foot home run to right field!
This put us up 1-0 and had everyone in the stands on their feet. The pitching staff was solid through the middle innings, keeping the Nationals scoreless. Brenton Doyle had an early single and some great defensive plays, and Brendan Rodgers contributed with a single in the fourth inning. Pitcher's Duel in the Middle Innings
Both teams' pitchers were locked in, leading to a series of quick outs and strikeouts. Hunter Goodman and Ryan McMahon both had some tough luck at the plate, striking out multiple times. Despite opportunities, we couldn't capitalize and extend our lead. Alan Trejo got a rare walk in the 8th inning, but it wasn't enough to ignite the lineup.9th Inning Drama
The real heartbreak came in the 9th inning. Lane Thomas doubled to right, bringing in a run after a wild pitch by Jalen Beeks tied the game. Another single by Joey Meneses drove in the go-ahead run for the Nationals. In the bottom of the ninth, McMahon and Rodgers gave us hope with back-to-back singles, but unfortunately, Nolan Jones, Hunter Goodman, and Toglia couldn't bring them home. The final strikeout by Toglia sealed the game.Looking Ahead
While this close loss stings, there were some positives to take away, especially that colossal home run by Toglia!
️ Our pitching largely performed well, and there’s always another game to fight back and claim a win. Stay strong, Rockies fans! 
Go Rockies!
Scoreboard for Nationals @ Rockies (June 23rd, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 0 |