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Karros' Career-Long Blast Lifts Rockies to Comeback Win
6 Jul
Summary
- Kyle Karros hit a career-longest 471-foot homer in the eighth inning.
- The Rockies have scored the most runs in the majors late in games.
- TJ Rumfield set a franchise record for a rookie before the All-Star Break.
Kyle Karros delivered a pivotal blow on Sunday, launching a three-run, career-long 471-foot home run to left field in the eighth inning. This blast propelled the Colorado Rockies to a dramatic 7-6 victory over the San Francisco Giants.
The Rockies' potent offense has proven particularly effective late in games, having scored 122 runs in the eighth inning or later this season, the highest total in Major League Baseball.
Adding to the offensive firepower, TJ Rumfield collected three hits, including his 20th double, and crossed the plate twice. Rumfield's performance set a new franchise record for hits by a rookie prior to the All-Star Break.
Pitching contributions were key, with Victor Vodnik securing the win after a shutout eighth inning, while Dylan Smith took the loss for the Giants. Jordan Romano closed out the game for his fifth save.
For San Francisco, Rafael Devers marked the game with his team-leading 17th and 18th home runs.
