The Colorado Rockies fell to the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 in an extra-inning thriller on July 26. Rookie Hunter Goodman continues his historic home run chase.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
It was another one of those nights for the Colorado Rockies, a game that perfectly captured the frustrating essence of the 2025 season. Despite a valiant comeback to force extra innings, the Rox fell to the Baltimore Orioles 6-5 in a Saturday night thriller. The loss extends the team's losing streak to three, dropping their record to a painful 27-76. But amidst the sting of defeat, one player continues to shine so brightly you can't look away: Hunter Goodman.
With 18 home runs, rookie catcher Hunter Goodman is not just a bright spot; he's a bonfire in an otherwise dark season, rapidly approaching the franchise's rookie home run record.
The final score of 6-5 tells the story of a nail-biter at Camden Yards. After falling behind early, the Rockies didn't roll over. They clawed their way back, rallying late to tie the game and push it into extra innings. It was the kind of gritty performance fans have been desperate to see, even if the result was the all-too-familiar one. The fight was there, but the finishing touch wasn't, as the Orioles walked it off, leaving the Rockies to ponder what could have been.
If you're looking for a reason to tune in every night, his name is Hunter Goodman. The rookie catcher was once again a force, contributing significantly in the close contest. His season stats tell a remarkable story: a .283 batting average, 18 home runs, and 57 RBIs. In a season defined by struggles, Goodman's breakout performance is providing a legitimate star-in-the-making narrative. He isn't just good for a rookie; he's one of the most productive players on the team, period.
While the big-league club battles, the front office remains quiet, with no trades or transactions to report on Saturday. This inactivity, however, points to a larger strategy focused on the future. The real action is happening in the farm system, headlined by the recent drafting of shortstop Ethan Holliday, already ranked the No. 17 prospect in all of baseball. The vision is clear: build a sustainable winner around a young core. Goodman is the first piece to arrive and make a major impact, and with talents like Holliday developing, the blueprint for a future contender is slowly taking shape.
While the loss stings, the narrative remains consistent: the present is tough, but the future holds promise. With Goodman mashing at the plate and a talent like Ethan Holliday waiting in the wings, the foundation for a better tomorrow is being laid brick by brick. All eyes will be on Goodman as he continues his chase for the record books and on the front office as the trade deadline inches closer. Another day, another chance to build.
