Rockies 13 - Nationals 1 (8/26/2026): Norby's 5 RBIs Power Rout

In a game that saw the Colorado Rockies dominate from the fifth inning onwards, they routed the Washington Nationals 13–1 at Nationals Park. The Rockies' explosive offense lit up the scoreboard with multiple big innings, improving their season record to 51-81, still holding fifth place in the NL West. Meanwhile, the Nationals dropped to 62-72, remaining fourth in the NL East.

Rockies' Offensive Eruption

After a quiet start to the game, the Rockies' bats came alive in the fifth inning. Highlighted by home runs from Goodman, Norby, Johnston, and Carrigg, the Rockies piled on the runs. Norby's performance was particularly outstanding, driving in five runs on his two hits.

The Rockies accumulated 15 hits in the game, with every part of their batting lineup contributing. Carrigg, Goodman, Norby, and Johnston each had multi-hit games, combining to drive in 11 of the 13 runs. Tovar and Ritter also added valuable hits, with Tovar collecting two RBIs.

Pitching Brilliance from Tanner Gordon

Tanner Gordon delivered a stellar performance on the mound, going seven innings and giving up just one run on six hits. He showed great control and poise, striking out five Nationals without issuing a single walk. Zach Agnos followed up with two scoreless innings, allowing just one hit and striking out two.

The Rockies' pitching staff silenced the Nationals' offense effectively. Only Chaparro managed to inflict any damage with a solo home run, accounting for the Nationals' lone run.

Nationals' Struggles Continue

For the Nationals, it was a tough day both offensively and defensively. While Chaparro managed a three-hit game including his solo home run, the rest of the lineup was mostly contained. Crews added two hits, but the team left numerous runners stranded.

On the mound, the Nationals struggled to keep the Rockies at bay. Will Dion took the loss, giving up four runs over 2.67 innings. The bullpen offered little relief, as Perales and Ribalta each surrendered four runs in their short stints on the hill.

The Nationals' defense did not commit any errors, but the pitching staff's inability to control the game proved costly. The loss leaves them further adrift in their divisional race, trailing significantly in the NL East.

The Rockies will look to carry this momentum into their next game, another clash with the Nationals at Nationals Park. With their offense firing on all cylinders, they’ll aim to close out the series on a high note. Following this series, they will head to Atlanta for a set against the Braves.

The Nationals, on the other hand, will need to regroup quickly. They remain at home after the Rockies series for a matchup against the Miami Marlins. As the season winds down, they will look to finish strong and possibly climb the standings in the NL East.