Rockies Shatter Scoring Record, Yankees Rally Late, Mets Recall Myers

The Colorado Rockies launched a record-breaking offensive explosion with 23 runs on Sunday, defeating the Oakland Athletics 23-5 at Las Vegas Ballpark. The Rockies set a franchise record for runs in a game, surpassing their previous mark of 20. Hunter Goodman and Willi Castro each hit two home runs, with Castro delivering the final blow with a game-ending grand slam in the eighth inning. The game marked the final contest of the A’s 2025 season in Vegas, where the two teams combined for 102 runs and 35 home runs in six games.

The Rockies’ offense came alive early, and they never looked back. Goodman and Castro led the charge, combining for five RBIs. The Rockies’ 23-run outburst was the most by any MLB team this season and showcased their explosive potential as the All-Star break approaches. Colorado now sits at 32-28 on the season, sitting just outside the NL Wild Card picture.

The New York Yankees edged the Toronto Blue Jays 6-3 in a dramatic ninth-inning comeback on Sunday. With the game tied 3-3 in the bottom of the ninth, designated hitter Ben Rice delivered a clutch walk-off home run against lefty Braydon Fisher. Rice’s solo shot to right field gave the Yankees the lead. Jose Caballero followed with a three-run homer of his own, capping off a three-run rally. The win marked the Yankees’ second consecutive ninth-inning comeback in the series and improved their record to 37-23.

New York’s pitching staff continues to face challenges with Clay Holmes and Kodai Senga sidelined. However, manager Aaron Boone has leaned on his bullpen to close out games, a strategy that has paid off in recent days. The Yankees remain in first place in the AL East, with a 4.5-game lead over the Blue Jays.

The New York Mets are expected to recall right-hander Tobias Myers to start on Monday against the Cincinnati Reds. Myers, who posted a 3.00 ERA across 138 innings with Milwaukee in 2024, is getting a second chance in the rotation after being sent down at the end of May. With David Peterson moved to the bullpen and Holmes out, Myers could seize a spot in the starting five. The Mets, who sit at 30-30, are looking to climb in the NL Wild Card race.

Myers’ recall comes after he pitched just 2 2/3 innings in his last Triple-A outing, so the Mets may limit his workload on Monday. The Reds meanwhile remain winless in their last six games and sit at 25-35 on the season.