Purple Row · May 9, 2025
Game 1: Tigers 10, Rockies 2
It was an ugly start to the afternoon for the Colorado Rockies as they dropped the first game of the doubleheader as Kyle Freeland struggled on the hill, the defense lapsed, and the offense stalled out.
Freeland’s start
Freeland (0-5, 6.41 ERA) entered the game on the heels of a strong outing in San Francisco. It was known he would give up contact, but he’s been able to tightrope walk his way out of situations. After a lead-off single to begin the game, Freeland quickly got Gleyber Torres to ground into a double play. The Tigers then rallied for three straight hits, including a double, to take an early 2-0 lead.