The Rockies fell to the Mets 8-1 on June 8, 2025, as the offense went silent. Despite a Ryan McMahon homer, Chase Dollander struggled in the series loss.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It was another frustrating Sunday at 20th and Blake, as the Colorado Rockies' offense went missing in an 8-1 loss to the New York Mets. Despite the thin mountain air, the bats were heavy, failing to capitalize on early chances and ultimately sealing a disappointing series loss at home.
The Rockies went a dismal 0-for-8 with runners in scoring position, a statistic that tells the entire story of the game.
The lone bright spot for the home team came in the fourth inning when Ryan McMahon launched his 12th home run of the season, a solo shot to left center. For a brief moment, it felt like a potential spark. But it was just that—a moment. The rest of the lineup was silenced by Mets starter Tylor Megill, who effectively navigated the Rockies' order. The offense couldn't string together hits when it mattered, leaving the bases loaded with frustration.
On the mound, it was a tough outing for rookie Chase Dollander. The Mets tagged him for multiple runs, with Ronny Mauricio, Jeff McNeil, and Jared Young all hitting home runs that put the game out of reach early. Dollander's ERA ticked up to 6.26 as he took his fifth loss of the season. The bullpen couldn't stop the bleeding, allowing the Mets to tack on insurance runs and turn a competitive game into a blowout.
Losing at home is one thing, but the persistent offensive failure at Coors Field is becoming a major concern. Sunday's 0-for-8 performance with runners in scoring position is just the latest example of a team failing to leverage one of baseball's greatest home-field advantages. While fans dream of future sluggers like Charlie Condon and Yanquiel Fernandez providing a spark, the current lineup needs to find answers now. This isn't just a bad game; it's part of a troubling trend that has plagued the Rockies for seasons.
As the Rockies pack up after another lost series at home, the questions only get louder. One solo home run isn't enough to win ballgames, especially at Coors Field. The pitching needs to be sharper, but more urgently, the offense needs a complete overhaul in its approach. The team has to find a way to manufacture runs and shake off this offensive malaise before the season slips further away.
