Phightin’ Phils Pull Off a Thrilling Victory!
The Philadelphia Phillies faced off against the Colorado Rockies in what turned out to be a nail-biter of a game, ending in a 7-6 victory for our boys in red! The energy at Citizens Bank Park was electric, powered by the explosive start and heart-stopping finish of the game.
An Explosive Start
The game didn't start in our favor, as a fielding error and a sacrifice groundout allowed the Rockies to sneak in the first run. But, oh boy, the Phillies came roaring back in the bottom of the first! Kyle Schwarber and Trea Turner must’ve had their Wheaties this morning because they launched back-to-back homers that got Phillies fans to their feet! The inning continued with a rally featuring a single from J.T. Realmuto, a RBI double from Alec Bohm, and a single from Brandon Marsh to score Bohm. The Phillies ended the first inning with a statement: 4-1.Maintaining the Lead
Both teams showcased their defensive skills over the next few innings, with the only hiccup being a couple of strikeouts on our side. However, the excitement kicked back in during the bottom of the 6th when Schwarber decided one home run wasn’t enough and sent another ball flying out of the park, bringing in Johan Rojas to score. Now leading 7-1, the Phillies looked unstoppable.
A Rocky Attempt at a Comeback
The Rockies decided they weren’t going down without a fight. In the top of the 8th, they mounted a comeback, scoring five runs and cutting the Phillies' lead to just one run. It was a tense moment that had Phillies fans biting their nails and clinging to each other in suspense. The Rockies’ rally in the 8th proved they weren't to be underestimated, but our Phillies held firm.Closing Out the Game
With the score at 7-6, the Phillies needed to shut down any chance of a Rockies victory in the 9th. Enter José Alvarado, who demonstrated why he’s a closer not to mess with. Striking out Ryan McMahon, getting Elias Diaz to pop out, and finally, forcing Sean Bouchard to pop out, Alvarado sealed the deal for the Phillies. The crowd went wild as the Phils clinched a hard-fought win.
Reflections
Today’s game was a rollercoaster of emotions, from the highs of the opening homers to the tense moments of the Rockies’ attempted comeback. Yet, our Philadelphia Phillies showed their resilience and fighting spirit, characteristics that embody the heart of this team and its fans. On to the next game with heads held high and the sweet taste of victory fueling our spirits. Go Phils!
Scoreboard for Rockies @ Phillies (April 17th, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 12 | 1 |
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 11 | 0 |