Arizona Diamondbacks Stunned by Colorado Rockies in Historic 14-12 Loss
PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks’ hopes for a sweep against the struggling Colorado Rockies were dashed in a bewildering 14-12 defeat on Saturday. With the loss, the D-backs (24-22) became the first MLB team to fall while scoring 12 or more runs in the game’s history, now holding a record of 151-1 in such scenarios.
The D-backs initially rallied from an early 3-0 deficit, taking a commanding 11-6 lead. However, a troubling collapse ensued as Arizona’s bullpen allowed eight unanswered runs, leading to the team’s demise. Manager Torey Lovullo expressed his frustration, stating, “It was a very awkward feeling. The game had no flow, no rhythm.”
Starter Zac Gallen had a tough outing, surrendering six earned runs on eight hits, including four home runs. Despite struggling to find his rhythm, Gallen remained fortunate early on as the D-backs’ offense surged to a considerable lead, capitalizing on Rockies pitching flaws.
The Rockies, now at a dismal 8-37 overall and 3-21 on the road, set a season-high in runs scored. Their record through 45 games ties for the worst in the 20th century with just eight wins, adding to a bleak season.
In a game bursting with offensive fireworks, both teams exhibited shortcomings on the mound, with Arizona matching the Rockies’ offensive output but ultimately faltering. Despite closing the game strongly with potential game-tying situations in the eighth and ninth innings, the D-backs could not convert.
The alarming loss highlights ongoing challenges for the D-backs as they prepare to meet the Rockies again on Sunday at 1:10 p.m., aiming to rebound from this unexpected setback.
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