The Colorado Rockies kicked off their 2025 season on a disappointing note, suffering a heavy 21-0 loss to the San Diego Padres at Coors Field. This marked the worst shutout defeat in the history of the franchise.
The reaction on social media was one of disbelief. Fans watching the game couldn’t quite wrap their heads around the score, and it became a topic of conversation online. The Rockies’ dismal 6-33 record adds to the frustrations of those who have been following the team, especially as the season has been lackluster overall. Interestingly, at Coors Field, there were more Rockies fans than Padres supporters, with the crowd opting to chant for change.
One user on X mentioned how the score hit 19-0 by the fifth inning and noted the crowd’s chants for the team to sell. This isn’t the first time Rockies owner Dick Monfort has received such calls. After all, the Rockies haven’t posted a winning record since 2018 and have struggled significantly in the last two seasons, losing over 100 games each year.
Woody Page, a columnist from the Denver Gazette, offered his take following Saturday’s game, highlighting some comments from Monfort before the season about potential defensive improvements that simply haven’t materialized. Page noted the Rockies led the league in errors, leading to a rather unfortunate fielding percentage.
Fans expressed feelings of hopelessness about the team’s performance. One tweeted about the absurdity of watching the fireworks of a 20-0 game while some in the stands were still enjoying themselves, remarking that this attitude likely contributes to Monfort holding on to the team.
There were comments urging Rockies fans to reconsider attending games, suggesting that continuing to show up only encourages the current management. Some voiced opinions regarding the ownership’s competence, especially in light of significant trades that have been viewed as detrimental to team morale.
Despite the bleak situation, some Rockies staff are attempting to manage public perception through social media, perhaps trying to find a silver lining amid the chaos.
As it stands, the Rockies’ ongoing struggles have raised questions about their future, particularly as they seem to be edging closer to breaking the MLB record for the most losses in a season, previously set by the Chicago White Sox in 2024.
