Fri May 09 00:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Tigers Rout Rockies in Doubleheader Opener, Mize Leads the Charge
**DENVER, CO** – The Detroit Tigers dominated the Colorado Rockies in the first game of a doubleheader Thursday, securing a 10-2 victory. Casey Mize delivered a stellar performance, pitching six effective innings and striking out eight batters en route to his fourth consecutive win, tying him for the MLB lead in victories.
The Tigers’ offense exploded in the second inning, scoring five runs to break the game open. Spencer Torkelson contributed a two-run double, while Andy Ibáñez added two hits and two RBIs. Trey Sweeney also had a strong game with two hits and two runs scored.
Colorado starter Kyle Freeland struggled, surrendering nine runs (five earned) and 11 hits in just three innings. The Rockies’ defense also faltered, committing three errors. Alan Trejo and Hunter Goodman each managed a sacrifice fly for Colorado’s only offense, but it was not enough to overcome Detroit’s powerful performance. The Rockies have now lost five games in a row.
Mize (6-1) allowed only one run and three hits, showcasing his impressive form. Meanwhile, Freeland (0-5) continues to struggle, having given up 31 runs in his last six starts. The second game of the doubleheader will see Tanner Gordon (0-6, 8.65 ERA) take the mound for the Rockies, while the Tigers’ starter remains to be announced. The win moves the AL Central-leading Tigers to six wins in their last seven games.
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