Rockies Fall Short Despite Carrigg's Heroics and Sullivan's Strong Debut

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JUNE 12: In a thrilling game at Las Vegas Ballpark, Cole Carrigg #16 of the Colorado Rockies celebrated hitting a three-run home run during the sixth inning against the Athletics on June 12, 2026. (Photo by Ian Maule/Getty Images)

The Rockies faced a disappointing end to their night in Las Vegas as they fell to the Athletics, 6-4. Despite promising performances from Sean Sullivan in his major league debut and a powerful swing from Cole Carrigg, the Rockies were unable to maintain their lead after a series of unanswered runs from Oakland.

Sullivan, the sixth Rockies player to debut this season, pitched three scoreless innings before leaving due to illness. During his time on the mound, he allowed just two hits, struck out two batters, and did not issue any walks. With a pitch count of 49, he managed to throw 33 strikes, demonstrating solid command by focusing primarily on his four-seam fastball.

Meanwhile, Carrigg's moment came in the sixth inning when he launched a three-run homer that shifted the score from a 2-1 deficit to a 4-2 lead for Colorado. This pivotal hit seemed to signal a turning point, but the Athletics quickly responded with four unanswered runs, including a critical go-ahead run stemming from a throwing error.

The loss brought the Rockies to a record of 26-44, while the Athletics improved to 34-35. Despite the defeat, Sullivan's debut provided a glimmer of hope for the Rockies as they continue to seek improvements in their season.