Padres fell short against the Rockies at Coors Field, losing 7-4 after a big fourth inning by Colorado.

By the Numbers
  • Rockies scored more runs in the fourth inning (5) than the Padres scored all game (4).
  • Michael King allowed his first career grand slam in this game.
  • The Padres entered the day tied for the 10th-best fielding percentage (.983) and were tied for the ninth-most errors (15).
Yes, But

Errors have been costly for the Padres, often leading to unearned runs scored against them.

State of Play
  • Pitcher Michael King struggled after a strong start, allowing four earned runs in 3 2/3 innings.
  • The Padres' fielding, while average statistically, has led to significant runs being scored against them due to errors.
What's Next

The Padres look to bounce back in the series tied at one game each and improve their performance, particularly in fielding and pitching adjustments.

Bottom Line

Despite errors and pitching challenges, the Padres aim to regroup, emphasizing the need to support teammates and focus on improving individual performances to secure victories in upcoming games.