Goodman's Homer Lifts Rockies Past Astros 3-2

Colorado snaps 6-game skid with victory over Houston

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:43am

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Hunter Goodman hit a solo home run and doubled to help the Colorado Rockies snap a six-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Houston Astros on Thursday night. Chase Dollander pitched 5 1/3 scoreless innings in relief for the win, while Victor Vodnik recorded the save.

Why it matters

The Rockies have struggled to find consistency this season, so this victory over the Astros, one of the top teams in the American League, could provide a much-needed boost of confidence for Colorado as they look to turn things around.

The details

Goodman's fourth-inning homer tied the game at 2-2 after the Astros had jumped out to an early 2-0 lead. The Rockies then took the lead in the fifth on an RBI single by Tyler Freeman. Dollander was strong in relief, striking out nine over 5 1/3 innings to earn the win.

  • The game was played on Thursday, April 17, 2026.
  • Goodman's solo homer came in the fourth inning to tie the game.
  • The Rockies took the lead in the fifth inning on Freeman's RBI single.

The players

Hunter Goodman

A Rockies outfielder who hit a solo home run and doubled to lead Colorado's offense.

Chase Dollander

The Rockies relief pitcher who earned the win by throwing 5 1/3 scoreless innings and striking out nine batters.

Jose Altuve

The Astros second baseman who had two hits in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

“This was a big win for us to snap that skid. Goodman really came up big with his bat tonight.”

— Bud Black, Rockies Manager

What’s next

The Rockies will look to build on this win as they head to Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers in a four-game series starting on Friday. The Astros, meanwhile, will host the Cardinals for a three-game set, also beginning on Friday.

The takeaway

This victory could provide a much-needed boost for the struggling Rockies, who have been searching for consistency this season. Goodman's offensive performance and Dollander's strong relief outing were key factors in snapping Colorado's six-game losing streak against a tough Astros team.