Rockies 7, Rangers 6: A wet and wild win
The Rockies win their series opener against the Texas Rangers as rain falls in Denver.
May 18, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar (14) runs to second on a two RBI double in the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J.
Downing-Imagn Images It wasn’t a sure thing this game would be played to conclusion as the rain fell hard during Bark at the Park night. However, the Colorado Rockies and the Texas Rangers played a full nine innings of soggy baseball with plenty of slips, slides, and runs scored. “I love it,” said TJ Rumfield of the conditions.
“Anything that makes the [opposing] pitcher uncomfortable. ” Nearly-Quality Quintana Left-handed veteran José Quintana wasn’t flashy, but got the job done on a wet night in Denver. He pitched 5.
2 innings while giving up three earned runs—just the third time he’s given up more than two earned runs this season—on seven hits. Quintana’s control was strong despite a slick baseball. He walked just one Rangers hitter while striking out four, which is the second-most he’s recorded this season.
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