Rockies Struggle as April Ends with Historical Low
As April draws to a close, the Colorado Rockies are facing a daunting start to the MLB season, recording a dismal 5 wins against 25 losses, placing them among the worst teams in baseball history. With nine of those losses occurring by margins of four runs or more, their performance has stirred discussions about their historical significance.
The Rockies have allowed the second-most runs in the league while struggling offensively, which has contributed to a negative run differential of 77. If this trend continues, they risk becoming the worst team since 1900 based on run differential. Comparatively, the modern-day record is held by the 1932 Red Sox, who finished with a -345 differential.
Recently, statistical analysis has pointed out that the Rockies’ offensive performance is markedly poor, currently sitting 36% below league average according to wRC+. They are also leading the league in strikeouts while recording below-average walk rates and slugging percentages. Historically, their performance could see them labeled as the worst adjusted offense in modern baseball history.
Despite their historically poor month, it’s important to note that they are not alone; 39 teams since 1950 have experienced worse monthly performances. Yet, the Rockies’ struggles position them in the 99.6th percentile for worst months by run differential.
Positive takeaways show that recovery is possible, as teams historically have turned around from poor starts. The Rockies may not make the playoffs this season, but teams like the 1988 Orioles and the 2003 Tigers later found success, offering hope that the Rockies can avert becoming the worst team in history. The key will be revitalizing their hitting and gaining momentum as the season progresses.
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