Rockies Rout Blue Jays 14-5 in Rare Toronto Win

Colorado snaps 1-11 all-time skid at Rogers Centre with offensive outburst.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:39am

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The Colorado Rockies defeated the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays 14-5 on Monday night at Rogers Centre, rapping out 17 hits in the lopsided victory. The Rockies, who landed in Toronto at 3 a.m. after a lengthy flight delay in Miami, were led by a big sixth inning that included a two-run homer from Troy Johnston and two-run doubles from Willi Castro and Ezequiel Tovar.

Why it matters

The win was just the Rockies' second ever at Rogers Centre, as they had previously struggled with a 1-11 all-time record in Toronto. The victory provided a small measure of revenge for Colorado after the Blue Jays swept them in a three-game series at Coors Field last season, which was the worst series of the year for the Rockies.

The details

The Rockies' offensive outburst was highlighted by a seven-run sixth inning that broke the game open. Troy Johnston started the rally with a two-run homer, and Willi Castro and Ezequiel Tovar each drove in two runs with doubles in the frame. First baseman TJ Rumfield had three hits and two RBIs, while Tovar also had three hits and three RBIs. On the mound, Rockies starter Chase Dollander struggled, allowing four runs on five hits including three home runs in four innings of work.

  • The Rockies landed in Toronto at 3 a.m. on Monday after their flight was delayed nearly six hours in Miami.
  • The Rockies' seven-run sixth inning broke the game open on Monday night.

The players

Troy Johnston

Rockies right fielder who hit a two-run homer to spark the Rockies' seven-run sixth inning.

Willi Castro

Rockies infielder who hit a two-run double in the sixth inning.

Ezequiel Tovar

Rockies shortstop who had three hits, including a two-run double in the sixth inning, and made a brilliant defensive play.

TJ Rumfield

Rockies first baseman who went 3-for-5 with two RBIs.

Chase Dollander

Rockies starting pitcher who struggled, allowing four runs on five hits including three home runs in four innings.

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What they’re saying

“We must have left our bats in Miami, but we found them again tonight.”

— Rockies Manager Bud Black

What’s next

The Rockies will look to build on this win as they continue their series against the Blue Jays, with Ryan Feltner scheduled to start on Tuesday and Kyle Freeland on Wednesday before an off day on Thursday.

The takeaway

This lopsided victory in Toronto provides a much-needed boost for the Rockies, who had struggled to a 1-11 all-time record at Rogers Centre prior to Monday's game. The offensive outburst, particularly in the decisive sixth inning, shows the Rockies' potential when their bats are firing on all cylinders.