Gabriel Hughes delivers strong start but Rockies lose to Dodgers 4-3

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Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Gabriel Hughes delivers strong start but Rockies lose to Dodgers 4-3
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On July 8, 2026, at Dodger Stadium, the Colorado Rockies fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-3 despite a solid debut from pitcher Gabriel Hughes. Hughes allowed three runs over six innings, striking out seven while showing resilience after a rough start. The Rockies tied the game at 3-3 with a run in the fifth but couldn't capitalize on late opportunities, including a critical eighth-inning chance with runners in scoring position. The loss marked another setback in their pursuit of a series win against the Dodgers.

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  • Gabriel Hughes strikes out seven in his MLB debut.
  • Rockies tie the game at 3-3 in the fifth inning.
  • Dodgers score the winning run in the seventh.
  • Rockies have lost all series to the Dodgers since 2021.
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  • 4:59 AMYahoo SportsGabriel Hughes shines, but Rockies offense can’t capitalize in 4-3 loss to Dodgers
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The right-hander delivered a quality start in his first outing as a starting pitcher

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