July 31st 2024.
The Colorado Rockies had a tough start to their series opener against the Anaheim Angels on Tuesday. As the game began, it was clear that the Rockies were struggling against the Angels, with a franchise history of only .311 winning percentage against them. Unfortunately, this game only added to their record as they fell to the Angels with a final score of 10-7 at Angel Stadium.
The game started off strong for the Rockies, with right-hander Cal Quantrill on the pitcher's mound. However, despite his strong performance throughout the season, he struggled in this game, allowing a season-high of seven runs in just 3 2/3 innings. Rockies manager Bud Black expressed his surprise and frustration at Quantrill's unexpected performance, stating that he had been a key player for them all year.
The Rockies offense also had a strong start, with two runs in the first inning and four in the second, giving them an early lead. However, Quantrill's struggles on the mound allowed the Angels to catch up and eventually take the lead with a score of 7-6. Quantrill's signature pitch, the splitter, was not working for him in this game, and the Angels took advantage of that, scoring multiple runs.
Despite Quantrill's struggles, the Rockies were able to tie the game in the seventh inning thanks to Ezequiel Tovar's 18th homer of the year. However, the Angels quickly regained the lead with a monstrous solo homer from Jo Adell, followed by two more runs in the late innings. The Rockies were unable to mount another comeback, and the game ended with a final score of 10-7 in favor of the Angels.
The Rockies will look to bounce back in the second game of the series, with left-hander Kyle Freeland taking the mound. Freeland has been in a good form, with five quality starts in a row before his last outing against the Giants. He will face off against an unspecified pitcher for the Angels.
Looking ahead, the Rockies have some tough matchups coming up against the Padres and the Giants. With the trade deadline passing, they will have to rely on their current roster to push through and turn their season around. Despite the tough loss against the Angels, the Rockies have shown that they have the potential to compete, and fans can expect some exciting games in the near future. Make sure to follow along with our Rockies Insider for all the latest news and analysis on your favorite team.
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