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Rockies edge Nationals in high-scoring battle, 8-7

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 4:04 AM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Rockies edge Nationals in high-scoring battle, 8-7

Summary

The Colorado Rockies outlasted the Washington Nationals 8-7 at Coors Field on July 21, 2026. Hunter Goodman's significant contributions included his 31st homer of the season. The game saw multiple lead changes, with both teams demonstrating strong offensive capabilities. The Rockies were able to hold on to their lead in a thrilling conclusion after a back-and-forth contest.

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By the Numbers

•The Rockies scored a total of eight runs to secure the win.
•Mickey Moniak and CJ Abrams both hit home runs during the game.
•The Nationals had a short-lived lead after scoring six runs in the fourth inning.
•Hunter Goodman’s performance was pivotal for the Rockies as he logged key hits.
•Both teams displayed strong offensive efforts throughout the match.

Latest Updates

4:09 AMYahoo Sports — Hunter Goodman's go-ahead homer in 8th inning lifts Rockies to 8-7 victory over Nationals
4:04 AMYahoo Sports — So many hits! But the Rockies outlast the Nationals, 8-7

What they're saying

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Hunter Goodman hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning to offset a pair of two-run shots by CJ Abrams, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Washington Nationals 8-7 on Tuesday night. Clayton Beeter (3-3) gave up Goodman's 31st homer — on a 3-2 pitch — before Jordan Romano struck out two in the ninth for his seventh save.
— Yahoo Sports