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Rockies Blast Athletics with Record-Breaking 23-9 Win
15 Jun
Summary
- Rockies scored a franchise-record 23 runs against the Athletics.
- Willi Castro and Hunter Goodman contributed 11 RBIs combined.
- The game was played in Las Vegas amidst 101-degree heat.
The Colorado Rockies achieved a new franchise record for runs scored, erupting for 23 in a commanding 23-9 win against the Athletics. The game took place on a scorching afternoon in Las Vegas, with temperatures reaching 101 degrees.
Willi Castro and Hunter Goodman were instrumental in the Rockies' offensive barrage, each hitting two home runs and combining for 11 RBIs. Troy Johnston and TJ Rumfield also contributed with home runs, helping the Rockies end a three-game losing streak.
The 23 runs marked the second-most ever scored by a team holding MLB's worst record since 1900. For the Athletics, it was the most runs allowed in a single game since 1955. The Athletics are temporarily playing home games at Las Vegas Ballpark as they await their permanent move to Vegas in 2028.
