A Tough Day at the Ballpark
Fellow Rockies fans, it was a challenging day for us out there facing the Detroit Tigers. They came out swinging
and, unfortunately, our Rockies couldn’t quite find their groove today. The final score of 10-2 in favor of the Tigers doesn’t quite do justice to the fight our team put up, but let’s dive into some of the details. Early Setbacks
The Tigers started strong right from the top of the 1st inning. A couple of crucial errors and strong hits from the Tigers left us trailing 2-0 early on. Despite a promising start with a single from Brenton Doyle and a stolen base, we struggled to capitalize on our opportunities in the bottom of the 1st. The second inning saw more of the same with the Tigers piling on the runs, ending the inning with a bleak score of 7-0.
Some Bright Spots
While today’s game didn’t go our way, there were still a few bright moments. In the bottom of the 5th inning, Mickey Moniak hit a solid double, setting up a sacrifice fly by Alan Trejo that allowed Nick Martini to score, putting us on the board. Later, in the 9th inning, Jordan Beck showcased his power with a thrilling triple, followed by a sacrifice fly by Hunter Goodman to add another run to our tally. Though it wasn’t enough to turn the tide, these plays showed glimpses of the potential we have.
Looking Forward
While today’s loss is tough to swallow, it’s all part of the rollercoaster ride that is baseball. Our Rockies have the talent and drive, and I’ve no doubt they'll bounce back stronger. Let’s rally behind them and look forward to more thrilling games and victories on the horizon. Remember, Rockies fans, win or lose, we've got each other's backs and we're always here to cheer on our team. Let’s keep the faith and bring the energy for the next game at Coors Field!
️Scoreboard for Tigers @ Rockies (May 8th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
| 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 0 |