As the Colorado Rockies navigate another rebuilding phase, their recent seasons have been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, marked by both thrilling moments and tough losses. On this breakdown page, you’ll dive into some of the wildest encounters involving the Rockies, like the unforgettable series against the Dodgers where three consecutive walk-offs left fans speechless—one highlighted by rookie Matt Beaty’s dramatic smash that echoed through Coors Field. You’ll relive the bizarre Opening Day where a fan’s indecision on a potential home run sent players into confusion, and witness the escalating tensions with the Cubs as Chris Bryant found himself on the receiving end of a few heated pitches. Join us as we unpack these electrifying matchups and explore what they mean for the Rockies’ journey moving forward.
Most Popular Colorado Rockies Breakdowns of All Time
Three Dodger Rookies hit Walk Off homers in a row
The Dodgers pulled off three straight walk-off wins against the Rockies in one wild series. Game one ended with rookie Matt Beaty smashing a fastball over the Bank of America sign to seal the win. The celebration was calm by walk-off standards.
View count: 1,910,769 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
Bellinger Hits a Home Run but it doesn’t count
Opening Day got weird fast in Colorado as the Dodgers faced the Rockies. Cody Bellinger launched what looked like a clear home run to left, but the fan who caught it acted like he didn’t. That hesitation caused confusion on the field.
View count: 1,815,017 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
The Rockies Hit Bryant & Rizzo, Cubs hit Arenado, Javy Goes Deep, A breakdown
Tensions between the Cubs and the Rockies flared again, carrying over from last season when Chris Bryant took a scary shot to the helmet. Fast forward to this series, Bryant got hit twice more — once on a changeup, once on a fastball — both times from a young Rockies pitcher in just his second career start. The Cubs didn’t like it, and neither did a loud fan behind the plate who called out the repeat hits.
View count: 1,549,003 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
JT Realmuto tells the ump he got hit and Bud Black gets mad
The Phillies found themselves in a tight spot in the fourth inning, down three runs but with two on and no outs. JT Realmuto stepped up and ended up on first after a controversial hit-by-pitch call. Replay was inconclusive, and Bud Black came out to challenge, but the Rockies had already used their challenge earlier in the game.
View count: 1,339,662 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
Luis Arráez vs. five infielders
With the bases loaded in extra innings and one out, the Rockies tried a risky defensive shift against the Marlins. They brought in a fifth infielder, leaving right field completely uncovered. Players scrambled into position, with infielders sorting out who would step in and the left fielder shifting far over to cover left-center.
View count: 1,320,602 (last updated at conclusion of 2025 season).
The Latest Colorado Rockies Breakdown Videos
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