Pinch-Hitter’s Late Home Run Leads Rockies to Victory Over Cardinals
By The Associated Press | 9 hours ago | ST. LOUIS
Goodman’s Clutch Homer Secures Win for Rockies
In a thrilling game on Wednesday, pinch-hitter Hunter Goodman came through in the clutch for the Colorado Rockies, hitting a two-run homer in the ninth inning to rally his team to a 6-5 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.
The game was tied at 4-4 heading into the final inning, but with one out, Goodman stepped up to the plate and connected on a 3-2 sinker from JoJo Romero, sending it 432 feet over the center field fence. The homer scored Kyle Karros, who had led off the inning with a walk.
Rockies’ Offense Comes Alive in Late Innings
The Rockies had been struggling to score runs throughout the game, but they came alive in the final innings, with Alec Burleson and Lars Nootbaar also hitting home runs. Pedro Pagés also had a strong performance for the Cardinals, with two hits and two RBIs.
Cardinals Prepare for Series Against Yankees
Despite the tough loss, the Cardinals are looking ahead to their upcoming series against the New York Yankees, who have been struggling as of late. The three-game series will begin on Friday, with St. Louis’ Andre Pallante (6-9, 4.95 ERA) facing off against Luis Gil (0-1, 7.27 ERA).
Pinch-Hitter Hunter Goodman’s Late Homer Leads Rockies to 6-5 Victory Over Cardinals
By The Associated Press
ST. LOUIS – In a thrilling game on Wednesday, the Colorado Rockies came from behind to defeat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-5, thanks to a two-run homer by pinch-hitter Hunter Goodman in the ninth inning.
The game was tied at 4-4 heading into the final inning, but with one out, Goodman stepped up to the plate and crushed a 3-2 sinker from JoJo Romero over the center field fence, scoring Kyle Karros who had led off with a walk. The homer, which traveled 432 feet, gave the Rockies the lead and ultimately the win.
Alec Burleson and Lars Nootbaar also hit home runs for the Cardinals, while Pedro Pagés had two hits and drove in two runs. Despite their efforts, it wasn’t enough to overcome Goodman’s clutch hit.
The Cardinals will now turn their attention to a three-game series against the struggling New York Yankees, starting on Friday. St. Louis’ Andre Pallante (6-9, 4.95 ERA) will take on Luis Gil (0-1, 7.27 ERA) in the opening game.
(AP Photo Jeff Roberson)
