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Rockies Smash Franchise Record with 23 Runs in Vegas Heat

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Colorado exploited a 101-degree afternoon to dismantle the Athletics in a 23-9 victory on Sunday. Willi Castro and Hunter Goodman led the attack, each hitting two home runs and combining for 11 RBIs. Troy Johnston and TJ Rumfield added the remaining long balls in a game that saw the Rockies set a franchise record for runs.

This offensive explosion is a rarity for a team sitting in last place with a 27-45 record. Their 23 runs mark the second-highest total since 1900 for a team entering a game with the worst record in baseball. For the Athletics, this was their most runs surrendered in a single game since 1955.

Las Vegas Ballpark has become a hitter's paradise during this homestand. Five of the season's eight home runs over 460 feet occurred here in the last week. While the Athletics finished their stay with a 4-2 record, they are currently splitting time between Sacramento and this temporary venue before moving to Vegas full time in 2028.