The Colorado Rockies are trudging through one of their toughest seasons ever. Their recent 5-3 loss to the New York Mets at Citi Field on Sunday just piled on more frustration.
That defeat made it eight straight losses, and honestly, it’s getting hard to watch. At 9-50, the Rockies are staring down the worst start in Major League Baseball’s modern era.
No team wants to be in this spot, but here they are. The 2025 Rockies are already on pace to eclipse the 2024 White Sox, who set a painful record by losing 121 games.
Rockies’ Struggles Continue: A Historic Downfall
This season feels like a nightmare that just won’t end. Losing streaks keep stacking up, and the team can’t seem to catch a break.
- Eight straight losses: This is the fourth time they’ve done this in 2025.
- 9-50 record: It’s the worst start since 1901—nobody wants that kind of history.
- 22 consecutive series losses: The Rockies have been swept 10 times in 19 series, dating back to last year.
- 3-28 on the road: It’s their worst road start ever. They’re the first modern team to lose 28 of their first 31 road games.
Highlights from the Game Against the Mets
Even in a loss, a couple of Rockies managed to stand out. Orlando Arcia and Tyler Freeman both went deep, showing some much-needed life at the plate.
Arcia led off the third with a homer against Clay Holmes. Freeman followed up with his first homer as a Rockie, a two-run shot in the fourth. For a moment, it looked like maybe things would turn around.
But the team just couldn’t bring runners home when it counted. They went 0 for 5 with runners in scoring position. In the ninth, Sam Hilliard singled off Mets closer Edwin Diaz, but the Rockies fizzled out as Diaz struck out Tovar, McMahon, and Doyle to end it.
Carson Palmquist’s Promising Performance
Rookie lefty Carson Palmquist gave Rockies fans something to smile about, at least for a while. He threw three scoreless innings, gave up just one hit, and struck out six.
Then the Mets’ veterans got to him. Pete Alonso blasted a three-run homer, and Francisco Lindor added a solo shot, shifting the momentum for good.
Manager Warren Schaeffer sounded genuinely encouraged afterward. He said Palmquist looked more comfortable than ever, and that’s a good sign for the future—if you’re looking for silver linings.
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Games and Key Players
Now the Rockies head to Miami for a series with the Marlins. German Marquez, in the last year of his contract and maybe on the trading block, gets the ball Monday.
Marquez has shown some improvement lately, putting together quality starts in three of his last four outings. Is it enough to boost his trade value? Maybe, maybe not.
- Monday: Rockies RHP German Marquez (1-7, 7.13 ERA) at Marlins RHP Max Meyer (3-4, 4.53 ERA)
- Tuesday: Rockies RHP Tanner Gordon (1-2, 4.24 ERA) at Marlins RHP Sandy Alcantara (2-7, 8.47 ERA)
- Wednesday: Rockies TBA at Marlins RHP Cal Quantrill (3-5, 5.84 ERA)
Marquez has cut his ERA to 3.52 over his last four starts. Still, his 7.13 ERA overall is the second-worst among pitchers with at least 50 innings.
He needs a strong showing, especially with free agency looming. The Rockies could use some good news, and honestly, so could Marquez.
Conclusion: A Season to Forget
The Colorado Rockies’ 2025 season has been one of historic struggles. Missed opportunities seem to pile up every week.
Some players have stood out, but the team just can’t string together wins. They’re still stuck searching for answers as their series with the Marlins continues.
If you’re curious about the latest game or want to dig into what’s really going on, check out The Denver Post. Maybe, just maybe, they’ll find a spark soon—though it’s hard to be sure right now.
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