Purple Row · Apr 6, 2025
Rockies 12, Athletics 5: Offensive explosion backs Dollander’s premiere
Things couldn’t have gone much better for the Rockies on Sunday. An offensive explosion unmatched by any game this season, the successful debut of their number one prospect, and a bullpen that didn’t implode was all it took to get the dub and avoid the sweep against the A’s.
Early offense
Chase Dollander received a rude awakening to the big leagues in the form of an early Athletics attack. In the top of the first inning, a potential double was stolen on a sparkling diving snag by Mickey Moniak. The great play notwithstanding, the A’s did strike first when Brent Rooker singled and scored on Tyler Soderstrom’s subsequent home run, giving the visitors a quick two-run lead.