This Week in Purple: Take what you can

TL;DR

The Colorado Rockies secured two wins this week, including a significant victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers. They are showing marked improvement compared to last season, with notable performances from players like Troy Johnston.

Key points

Colorado Rockies won two games this week, including against the Dodgers
Rockies are performing better in 2026 compared to 2025
Troy Johnston is a standout player this season
Rockies faced early challenges with losses to the Padres and Astros

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HOUSTON, TEXAS - APRIL 16: Hunter Goodman #15 of the Colorado Rockies celebrates after hitting a home run during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on April 16, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Colorado Rockies finished their week on a high note: a much needed home victory against their dreaded National League West big brother in the Los Angeles Dodgers. A well pitched and hard fought game from the Rockies sent the folks in Dodger blue home disappointed on Hello Kitty night of all nights. The week didn’t start out in a promising fashion. A Sunday afternoon loss completed a sweep against the San Diego Padres and the Rockies quickly dropped two of three games against the Houston Astros in Texas. However, the Rockies never gave up. The games continued to be largely close and the Rockies managed a victory against the Astros before heading home for their next home stand. For a Rockies squad that is here for the climb, the name of the game may be progress but every win counts. With wins no. 7 and no. 8 this week, the Rockies are a full month ahead of where they were at in 2025. Last season the Rockies didn’t win their seventh game until May 11th, after which manager Bud Black was fired. They didn’t win their eighth game until May 17th. The win against the Dodgers is also somewhat of a milestone. In 2025 the Rockies didn’t have their first win against the powerhouse Dodgers until *August.* It’s more and more evident with each passing game: the Rockies may not be a good team yet, but they are so much better than they were in 2025. The games are watchable, the results are generally close, and the players— especially—seem to be having fun. These is the 2026 Colorado Rockies we signed up for. With that being said, here’s what our staff here at Purple Row had to say this week:

Q&A

What were the Colorado Rockies' key wins this week?

The Rockies achieved victories against the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Houston Astros, marking a significant improvement from previous seasons.

How does the Rockies' performance in 2026 compare to 2025?

The Rockies are performing much better in 2026, having won their seventh game a full month earlier than in 2025, when they faced a managerial change.

Who are the standout players for the Rockies this season?

Troy Johnston, along with pitchers Antonio Senzatela and Chase Dollander, have been key contributors to the Rockies' success so far this season.

What challenges did the Rockies face earlier in the week?

The Rockies started the week poorly, suffering a sweep against the San Diego Padres and losing two out of three games against the Houston Astros.