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Rockies End Road Skid in High-Scoring Win Over Diamondbacks

Colorado's 14-12 comeback victory ties the series in Phoenix as both teams prepare for Sunday's finale.

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The Colorado Rockies’ Hunter Goodman (15) celebrates with Ezequiel Tovar (14) after a home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning at Chase Field on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in Phoenix. (Christian Petersen/Getty Images/TNS)
May 17, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Colorado Rockies first baseman Kyle Farmer (6) celebrates two run home run with teammates against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the third inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Reiner-Imagn Images
May 11, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen (23) throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Colorado Rockies secured a 14-12 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday, snapping a seven-game road losing streak.
  • The victory brings the three-game series at Chase Field to a 1-1 tie, with the finale scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
  • Colorado's offense came alive after being shut out 8-0 in Friday's series opener, marking a rare bright spot in their 7-37 season start—the worst in modern MLB history.
  • Arizona's Zac Gallen, historically dominant against the Rockies, was set to start Saturday but struggled, allowing Colorado to rally.
  • Both teams face ongoing challenges with injuries to key players, impacting rotations and lineups as they navigate the season.