Rockies Collapse: Giants Steal Win in 9th Inning
The San Francisco Giants stunned the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field,snatching a dramatic 6-5 victory in the 9th inning after the Rockies’ bullpen imploded,squandering a late lead. Relief pitchers Zach Agnos and Victor Vodnik crumbled under pressure, contributing to the Rockies’ devastating defeat and extending their woes this season. This latest setback, witnessed by a crowd largely comprised of Giants fans, plunges the Rockies deeper into a historically bad start, with their home record now a woeful 6-26.This is the worst home record in franchise history! Further compounding matters, this loss ties the Rockies with the 1932 Boston Red Sox for the worst record through 66 games in the modern era. For more on the Rockies’ struggles and the Giants’ triumph, visit News Directory 3. discover what’s next for both teams.
Rockies’ Bullpen Falters, Giants Steal Win at Coors Field
Updated June 11, 2025
DENVER — The Colorado Rockies suffered another painful loss Tuesday night, falling to the San Francisco Giants 6-5 after relinquishing a 5-2 lead in the top of the ninth inning. A crowd of 24,553 at Coors Field, many of whom were Giants fans, witnessed the collapse.
The Rockies’ bullpen, previously solid, faltered in the final frame. Closer Zach Agnos struggled with his command, walking three and allowing a home run to Casey Schmitt. Victor Vodnik entered to clean up the mess but surrendered a sacrifice fly and a two-out single to Mike Yastrzemski, sealing the Giants’ comeback.
the loss marked Colorado’s sixth straight at home, dropping their home record to a dismal 6-26. the Rockies are 12-54, tied with the 1932 Boston Red Sox for the worst start through 66 games in the modern era.
Despite the loss, there were some bright spots for Colorado. Ryan mcmahon hit a solo home run in the fourth, and Kyle Farmer added another in the fifth.Jake Bird continued his dominant relief pitching, extending his scoreless streak to 10 outings and recording his 200th career strikeout.
Carson palmquist pitched four innings, allowing two runs on four hits. He said he felt he “filled up the zone pretty good,” but needed to execute better in key situations.