Rockies End Eight-Game Losing Streak With 9-3 Win Over Padres

Hunter Goodman delivered a standout performance for the Colorado Rockies, nearly completing the cycle with a double, triple, and a three-run home run, driving in five runs to lead Colorado to a 9-3 victory over the San Diego Padres and snap an eight-game losing streak. The Rockies, struggling with their worst 40-game start since 1988, also saw strong pitching from Germán Márquez, who threw seven innings and recorded his first quality start of the season. San Diego starter Nick Pivetta struggled, allowing six earned runs over four innings, while Colorado's offense amassed 12 hits in the game. Goodman’s offensive surge, including a triple that drove in two runs and a home run that put the Rockies ahead early, was pivotal in the win. This victory came the day the Rockies fired their manager Bud Black, promoting third base coach Warren Schaeffer to interim manager amid the team's struggles. Despite the loss on May 9, Goodman has shown consistent hitting form with a .31 average over his last five games and a season average raised to .264.