Rockies Explode for 7-Run Inning, Rout Jays for First Victory

Troy Johnston's two-run homer ignites big sixth inning as Colorado cruises to 14-5 win over Toronto

Mar. 31, 2026 at 3:22am

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The Colorado Rockies scored seven runs in the sixth inning, highlighted by Troy Johnston's two-run homer, to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 14-5 and earn their first victory of the season. Ezequiel Tovar had three hits and three RBIs, while TJ Rumfield added three hits and two RBIs for the Rockies. Rockies reliever Chase Dollander earned the win, allowing four runs over the final four innings.

Why it matters

The Rockies' offensive outburst, led by their big sixth inning, helped them bounce back from a 0-3 start to the season. The loss was the first of the year for the Blue Jays, who had won their first three games.

The details

The Rockies opened the scoring in the third inning when Toronto starter Cody Ponce was injured while trying to field a grounder, allowing Kyle Karros to score. George Springer hit a two-run homer in the third to give the Blue Jays a brief lead, but the Rockies regained the advantage in the fourth. Colorado then broke the game open with their seven-run sixth inning, highlighted by Johnston's two-run shot. The Blue Jays scored three runs in the eighth and one in the ninth, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Rockies' big offensive performance.

  • The game was played on Monday, March 30, 2026.
  • The Rockies scored seven runs in the sixth inning.

The players

Troy Johnston

A Rockies player who hit a two-run homer to ignite Colorado's seven-run sixth inning.

Ezequiel Tovar

A Rockies player who had three hits and three RBIs in the game.

TJ Rumfield

A Rockies player who had three hits and two RBIs in the game.

Chase Dollander

The Rockies reliever who earned the win, allowing four runs over the final four innings.

George Springer

A Blue Jays player who hit a two-run homer in the third inning.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to come out and get that first win. The guys really responded in that big sixth inning and it was great to see the offense come alive like that.”

— Bud Black, Rockies Manager

What’s next

The Rockies will look to build on this win when they continue their series against the Blue Jays on Tuesday night.

The takeaway

The Rockies' offensive explosion, led by their seven-run sixth inning, helped them earn their first victory of the season and bounce back from a tough 0-3 start. Meanwhile, the loss was the first of the year for the Blue Jays, who had been undefeated coming into the game.