UPDATE: In a stunning turn of events, the Colorado Rockies pulled off a miraculous comeback victory against the Pittsburgh Pirates, winning 17-16 after trailing by an astonishing nine runs not once, but twice during the game on August 1, 2025, at Coors Field.
The Rockies found themselves in a deep hole early, as the Pirates jumped to a staggering 9-0 lead in the first inning. Oneil Cruz electrified the crowd with a grand slam, capping off a barrage that saw Antonio Senzatela struggle to record just two outs. Relief pitcher Carson Palmquist faced immediate trouble, allowing a three-run homer to Andrew McCutchen, extending the Pirates’ lead to 9-0.
Despite the overwhelming odds, the Rockies showed relentless determination. They began to chip away at the deficit with a single run in the first and three runs in the third inning, narrowing the score to 9-4. The Pirates, undeterred, added three more runs in the fourth, making it 12-4, but Colorado responded with two runs in the bottom of the inning.
As the game progressed, the Rockies continued to battle back. They scored four runs in the fifth, closing the gap to 15-10. The Pirates managed to extend their lead to 16-10 with another run in the sixth, but Colorado was not finished yet.
The turning point came in the eighth inning when the Rockies scored two runs, cutting the Pirates’ lead to 16-12. The ninth inning saw the Rockies mount an incredible comeback, starting with a solo home run from catcher Hunter Goodman, bringing the score to 16-13. A walk from Jordan Beck and a triple by Warming Bernabel set the stage for a thrilling finish.
With the score at 16-15, Brenton Doyle stepped up to the plate, hitting a dramatic two-run walk-off home run off Pirates relief pitcher Dennis Santana, sealing the victory for the Rockies. Doyle expressed his disbelief, stating, “Honestly, pretty speechless… Just so proud of everyone in this clubhouse, never giving up. Man, what a win.”
This historic comeback marks the first time a team has won after allowing nine runs in the first inning since the Cleveland Indians accomplished the feat in 2006. According to data from the Elias Sports Bureau, only three other teams have achieved such a comeback in baseball history, making this an unprecedented moment for the Rockies.
With this victory, the Rockies not only showcased their resilience but also provided fans with an unforgettable experience. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Colorado to see if they can maintain this momentum.
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