Rockies lose for 13th time in 14 games, fall 6-4 to Reds as Hays homers twice
The Cincinnati Reds defeated the Colorado Rockies 6-4, marking Colorado's 13th loss in 14 games, and their worst 26-game start in franchise history. Noel Marte and Austin Hays were pivotal in the Reds' victory, with Marte hitting a two-run homer and Hays adding two solo home runs, including a decisive 429-foot shot to break a tie. Rockies pitcher Antonio Senzatela struggled, allowing four runs and eight hits in five innings, contributing to the team's ongoing defensive challenges. Emilio Pagán secured the win for the Reds with his second save of the series despite a late-game RBI double by Adael Amador of the Rockies. The Reds' Hunter Greene was instrumental, striking out eight Rockies over six innings, as Cincinnati won its third consecutive game after a previous rough patch.
The Colorado Rockies suffered their 13th loss in 14 games after a 6-4 defeat against the Cincinnati Reds, resulting in their worst 26-game start in franchise history with a record of 4-22.
Noel Marte contributed significantly to the Reds' offense with a two-run homer, while Austin Hays hit two solo home runs, including a critical 429-foot shot that broke a 3-3 tie in the sixth inning.
Antonio Senzatela, the Rockies pitcher, gave up four runs and eight hits over five innings, maintaining his unfortunate distinction of leading the league in hits allowed this season.
Emilio Pagán earned his second save of the series for the Reds, despite a challenging ninth inning where a two-out RBI double by Adael Amador added tension before he struck out Brenton Doyle to close the game.
Hunter Greene's performance was vital for the Reds, as he struck out eight Rockies and allowed three runs over six innings, helping Cincinnati secure its third win in a row after losing five of their previous seven games.
The Reds’ offense was bolstered by TJ Friedl, who had three hits in the game, contributing to the team's offensive strength that has been building since their recent slump.
Michael Toglia and Adael Amador provided some offensive highlights for the Rockies, with each player hitting home runs, and Amador recording his first major league homer as part of a three-hit, two-RBI performance.