Hunter Goodman homers, but the Rockies fall to the Guardians 8-6 on July 29. See how the catcher is a major bright spot in a tough 2025 season for Colorado.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Another game, another frustrating loss for the Colorado Rockies. The team dropped Tuesday's contest to the Cleveland Guardians 8-6, sinking their record to a league-worst 27-78. But amidst the familiar sting of defeat, a powerful silver lining emerged once again in the form of catcher Hunter Goodman, who continued his stellar season with a home run and a double, proving he's one of the few must-watch players in a difficult year.
With his 18th home run, Hunter Goodman is now just two shy of the 20-homer mark, leading the club with a .281 average and 57 RBIs.
The Rockies showed signs of life at the plate, but couldn't keep pace with a late Cleveland surge. The final score of 8-6 tells the story of a competitive game that ultimately slipped away. Hunter Goodman did his part, going 2-for-5 with a powerful home run and a double, driving in two runs. Unfortunately, his heroics weren't enough to overcome the pitching struggles as the team fell to 33.5 games back in the NL West.
While the team's record is grim, Hunter Goodman's performance has been a revelation. His consistency and power have made him the team's most reliable offensive weapon, a rare bright spot for a struggling lineup. Tuesday's performance raised his season average to .281 and brought his home run total to 18, putting him on the cusp of a significant 20-homer milestone. In a season of rebuilding, Goodman is making a strong case to be a core piece for the future.
As the trade deadline approaches, the Rockies' front office remains conspicuously silent. No major moves or even significant rumors have surfaced, suggesting the team may stand pat. For fans looking for hope, the focus must shift from the big league club to the farm system. The future rests on the shoulders of prospects like No. 3 overall pick Charlie Condon, who signed for a franchise-record $9.25 million, and other rising talents like Robert Calaz and Yanquiel Fernandez. Their development is the real story to watch for the remainder of 2025.
While the losses pile up, the focus for Rockies fans shifts. It's about celebrating the individual successes like Hunter Goodman's breakout year and looking to the horizon where prospects like Charlie Condon represent the next wave of hope. As the quiet trade deadline nears, the team's direction seems set: endure the present and build for a brighter future, one home run and one top prospect at a time.
