The Colorado Rockies suffered a historic defeat on Saturday night, falling to the Los Angeles Angels in a game that saw the Angels' offense explode for a franchise-record 25 runs. A 13-run third inning propelled the Angels to victory, highlighted by back-to-back-to-back home runs from Mike Trout, Brandon Drury, and Matt Thaiss. This offensive outburst set new franchise records for runs, hits (28), and margin of victory. The Angels also tied team records for runs and home runs in a single inning during that remarkable third frame.

Angels manager Phil Nevin praised his team's aggressive approach at the plate, noting their focus on attacking hittable pitches. The contagious nature of hitting was evident as the team's momentum built throughout the game.

The Angels continued their offensive barrage in the fourth inning, adding eight more runs to their tally, including a three-run homer from David Fletcher, who had just been recalled from Triple-A Salt Lake City. Fletcher, who finished the game with three hits and five RBIs, expressed his amazement at the team's offensive performance.

The 24-run margin of victory represents the third-largest in Major League Baseball history since 1900, trailing only a 27-run win by the Texas Rangers in 2007 and a 25-run victory by the Boston Red Sox in 1950. Rockies manager Bud Black succinctly summed up the game as "one game."

Several Angels players had standout performances, including Mickey Moniak and Hunter Renfroe, both of whom went 5-for-5 with four RBIs. Moniak contributed a home run during the explosive third inning, while Renfroe hit two doubles.

The Rockies utilized four pitchers in the game, with starter Chase Anderson taking the loss after surrendering nine runs on ten hits in just 2 2/3 innings. Breton Doyle hit a solo home run for the Rockies in the lopsided defeat.