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Angels and Rockies: Did Jorge Soler’s 9th-inning swing decide it at Tempe Diablo Stadium?

The Los Angeles Angels moved to 13-12 after a 6-5 result over the Colorado Rockies, who slipped to 11-12 at Tempe Diablo Stadium with 6,181 in attendance at 4:10 PM EDT.


Aug 13, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) hits a home run to center field against the Houston Astros during the sixth inning at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports

First inning


The Angels opened with 0 runs and 0 hits, while the Rockies posted 0 runs on 1 hit to set an early tone for the game recap.


Second inning


The Halos answered with 0 runs on 1 hit, and the Rox grabbed the first lead by scoring 1 run on 2 hits for an early lead change in the box score.


Third inning


The Angels got on the board with 1 run on 2 hits, and the Rockies countered with 3 runs on 3 hits to build a 4-1 advantage as the scoring summary swung in Colorado’s direction.


Fourth inning


The Halos logged 0 runs on 1 hit while committing their only inning error, and the Rockies went scoreless on 0 hits as the pitching line held the score in place.


Fifth inning


The Angels trimmed the deficit with 2 runs on 2 hits, and the Rockies posted 0 runs on 0 hits as the comeback attempt began to show in the Angels vs Rockies tactical recap.


Sixth inning


The Halos were held to 0 runs on 0 hits, and the Rockies also produced 0 runs on 0 hits as both bullpens kept the midgame quiet over this stretch of the innings.


Seventh inning


The Angels tied momentum to the scoreboard with 2 runs on 2 hits while the Rockies scored 0 runs on 1 hit, and Colorado’s 2 total errors factored into extra chances during the rally.


Eighth inning


The Halos recorded 0 runs on 0 hits, and the Blake Street Bombers pushed across 1 run on 1 hit to create late pressure in this Angels vs Rockies scoreline review.


Ninth inning


The Angels finished the walk-off frame with 1 run on 2 hits, and the Rockies ended with 0 runs on 1 hit as Los Angeles closed out the spring training recap in a 2:40 game.


Jorge Soler carried over form from his previous-game line of a .667 average and a 1.667 on-base plus slugging percentage, and the Angels post-match stats showed a .313 team batting average with 10 hits and 2 home runs.


The Halos also logged a .371 on-base percentage and stranded 6 runners, while the staff allowed 9 hits with 5 strikeouts and dealt with 6 stolen bases against them for the Angels final whistle reaction.


The Angels are scheduled to play the Athletics at Hohokam Stadium in Mesa, Arizona on 3/16/2026 at 4:05 PM EDT, and fans can watch the game on the club’s usual local broadcast and streaming options.


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