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On April 20th, 2023, the Colorado Rockies traveled to Philadelphia to take on the Phillies in what turned out to be an exciting matchup between the two National League teams. The game featured some standout performances from both sides, with the Rockies ultimately emerging victorious in a high-scoring affair.
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The game started off slowly, with both teams failing to score in the first inning. However, the Rockies were able to get on the board in the top of the second inning, thanks to a solo home run from outfielder Sam Hilliard. The Phillies were quick to respond, tying the game up in the bottom of the second inning on a sacrifice fly by catcher Andrew Knapp.
The game remained tied at 1-1 until the top of the fourth inning, when the Rockies exploded for five runs. The inning was highlighted by a grand slam from third baseman Nolan Arenado, who launched a towering home run over the left-field wall to give the Rockies a commanding lead. The grand slam was Arenado’s sixth home run of the season, as he continued to prove his worth as one of the best hitters in baseball.
The Phillies were able to chip away at the Rockies’ lead, scoring two runs in the bottom of the fourth inning on a two-run single by outfielder Adam Haseley. However, the Rockies responded immediately in the top of the fifth inning, scoring four runs to extend their lead to 10-3. The big blow in the inning was a three-run home run by first baseman C.J. Cron, who had been struggling at the plate to start the season.
The Phillies refused to go down without a fight, however. They were able to score two more runs in the bottom of the fifth inning, thanks to a two-run home run by outfielder Bryce Harper. The home run was Harper’s fifth of the season, as he continued to be a major offensive force for the Phillies.
The game remained relatively quiet until the bottom of the ninth inning, when the Phillies made a late comeback attempt. Trailing 10-5, they were able to score three runs in the inning, thanks to a two-run home run by Knapp and an RBI single by Harper. However, the comeback ultimately fell short, as Rockies closer Carlos Estevez was able to retire the final batter of the game to secure the victory for Colorado.
The game showcased some impressive offensive performances from both teams. Arenado’s grand slam was undoubtedly the highlight of the game, as he showed once again why he is one of the most feared hitters in the league. Cron’s three-run home run was also a big moment, as he had been struggling at the plate to start the season. On the Phillies’ side, Harper’s home run and RBI single were both clutch hits, as he continued to be the team’s best hitter.
The game also highlighted some struggles on the pitching side for both teams. Phillies starter Aaron Nola was roughed up, allowing nine runs over just 4.1 innings of work. Rockies starter Antonio Senzatela didn’t fare much better, allowing five runs over five innings pitched. Both bullpens also struggled, with the game featuring a total of 25 hits and 15 runs scored.
Overall, the game was an exciting back-and-forth affair between two National League teams. The Rockies were able to come out on top, thanks to some timely hitting and a strong performance from their bullpen. The Phillies, meanwhile, were left to rue some missed opportunities and a lackluster performance from their starting pitching.
