Willi Castro and TJ Rumfield lead Rockies past Cubs, 5-2
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Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Willi Castro and TJ Rumfield each drove in two runs as the Colorado Rockies defeated the Chicago Cubs, 5-2, on Tuesday in Chicago. Castro recorded two RBIs while Rumfield hit a two-run home run, contributing to a Rockies comeback after trailing early. Ryan Feltner earned the win after allowing two runs over 4 2/3 innings, with four relievers combining for scoreless innings afterwards. Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong continued his hitting streak, adding a home run but the team struggled offensively, leaving nine runners on base. The series concludes with the final game on Wednesday, featuring Rockies' LHP Sean Sullivan and Cubs' RHP Javier Assad.
- •Rockies even series with Cubs at 1-1
- •Feltner allows 2 runs; earns win
- •Cubs leave 9 runners on base
- •Castro's recent performance includes 9 RBIs in last 3 games
- •Final game of series set for Wednesday
- 3:10 AMYahoo Sports — Willi Castro and TJ Rumfield each drive in two runs as the Rockies beat the Cubs, 5-2
"Willi Castro continued his hot streak with two RBIs and TJ Rumfield hit a two-run home run as the Colorado Rockies evened their series against the Chicago Cubs with a 5-2 win Tuesday. Ryan Feltner allowed two runs on six hits and struck out seven in 4 2/3 innings for the Rockies (28-46), who won for just the second time in the past six games. Four Rockies relievers combined to hold the Cubs scoreless over the final seven innings, with Blas Castaño (1-0) recording the win and Jaden Hill pitching the ninth for his first career save.
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