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Karros' eighth-inning home run helps Rockies down Giants 7-6

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 11:33 PM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Karros' eighth-inning home run helps Rockies down Giants 7-6

Summary

Kyle Karros hit a three-run home run in the eighth inning, leading the Colorado Rockies to a 7-6 comeback victory against the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field on July 5. The Giants initially took a 6-4 lead, aided by four home runs, including two from Rafael Devers. The Rockies secured their 23rd win after trailing in a game this season. Victor Vodnik earned the win in relief, while Jordan Romano notched a save. The Rockies will now head on the road to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in a three-game series.

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By the Numbers

•Rockies rally from a 6-4 deficit in the eighth inning.
•Karros' home run marks his seventh of the season.
•Victor Vodnik picks up the win in relief for Colorado.
•Rockies secure their 23rd comeback victory of the season.
•Next, Rockies face the Dodgers on the road.

Latest Updates

12:22 AMYahoo Sports — Kyle Karros hits a 3-run homer in the 8th to lift the Rockies past the Giants, 7-6
12:07 AMYahoo Sports — Kyle Karros’ moonshot the difference maker in Rockies’ 7-6 win over the Giants
11:33 PMYahoo Sports — Karros' Three-Run Blast Carries Rockies Over Giants

What they're saying

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Colorado Rockies needed some help from Kyle Karros in the eighth inning and got it. Karros' three-run home run lifted the Rockies to a 7-6 win over San Francisco Giants.
— Yahoo Sports