The Colorado Rockies have broken a franchise-record streak of 22 consecutive series losses with a 3-2 victory against the Miami Marlins, marking their first series win since mid-September. The win was bolstered by Hunter Goodman’s impressive performance, including his third home run in two games. Rockies interim manager Warren Schaeffer expressed pride in the team’s achievement, emphasizing the importance of this win, which came unexpectedly in June. With a dismal record of 11-50, this series marks a rare consecutive victory for the Rockies, who hope to complete a sweep against the Marlins.
Goodman described the Rockies’ recent performances as encouraging, noting the improvement from their earlier struggles. His teammate, centerfielder Brenton Doyle, praised Goodman for his hitting prowess and expressed hope that he continues to excel. In a tense moment, reliever Seth Halvorsen earned his third save after a critical catch by Doyle at the wall, which Schaeffer initially feared would be a home run.
Historically, the Rockies are among only four teams since MLB expansion in 1961 to go 18 series without a win in a season, with the last teams achieving their first series win in their 19th. Prior to their trip to Miami, the Rockies had an abysmal 3-28 record on the road, marking one of the worst starts in over a century. Schaeffer emphasized the importance of this milestone win as a stepping stone for the team’s future, encouraging the players to build on their success moving forward.
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