Rockies lose 11-6 to Mets (6/6/25), skid hits six. Estrada debuts, Doyle homers. Plus, prospect Charlie Condon crushes first High-A homer. Full recap & analysis!
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Another tough night at Coors Field saw the Colorado Rockies drop their sixth consecutive game, falling 11-6 to the New York Mets. While the result stings, extending a frustrating start to the 2025 season, the evening wasn't without a silver lining as second baseman Thairo Estrada finally made his Rockies debut after a long stint on the injured list. Can his presence spark a change?
Brenton Doyle continues to be a bright spot, launching his third homer of the season and maintaining a .321 batting average amidst the team's struggles.
The familiar woes plagued the Rockies on Friday. Pitching once again struggled to contain the opposition, surrendering 11 runs to a potent Mets lineup that featured Pete Alonso's fifth homer and 20th RBI of the year. Offensively, Brenton Doyle did his part, going deep for the third time this season and raising his average to an impressive .321. Kyle Farmer also chipped in, hitting .333 on the night. However, these individual efforts weren't enough to overcome the Mets' offensive onslaught, dropping the Rockies to a dismal 3-14 overall and 2-4 at home. The pressure mounts as the team searches for answers to stop the bleeding.
A significant development for the club was the activation of Thairo Estrada from the 60-day injured list. The second baseman, acquired with hopes of bolstering the middle infield and lineup, stepped into the batter's box for the first time in a Rockies uniform. Estrada went 0-for-3 but did get on base via a hit-by-pitch and came around to score a run. While it's just one game, his return is a welcome sight, and the team will be looking for him to provide a much-needed offensive jolt and steady defense as he gets back into the rhythm of regular play.
Down on the farm, there's reason for optimism. Charlie Condon, the Rockies' No. 2 prospect (and MLB's No. 29), showcased his power by blasting his first home run of the 2025 season for the High-A Spokane Indians. This is a fantastic sign from one of the key pieces of the Rockies' future. Condon is part of an exciting wave of young talent, including top prospect pitcher Chase Dollander and international signee Robert Calaz, who are developing in the system. Adding to the positive minor league news, Cole Carrigg made a defensive highlight by throwing out a runner on June 5th, while prospects Ryan Ritter and Calaz have also had strong recent showings. These developments are crucial for the long-term health of the franchise.
Beyond Estrada's activation, the Rockies' front office remained quiet on the transaction front. No trades, signings, or other roster moves were announced on June 6th. For now, the focus seems to be on getting current players healthy and integrating Estrada into the lineup, hoping the existing pieces can find a way to click.
While Friday brought another tally to the loss column, the return of Thairo Estrada and the continued development of prospects like Charlie Condon offer glimmers of what could be. The Rockies desperately need to find solutions on the mound and more consistent offense to snap this skid and give the Coors Field faithful something to cheer about. Saturday's game offers another chance to turn the page.
