The Colorado Rockies Lose Ryan Feltner Early In Loss To The Blue Jays

The Locked On Rockies podcast recaps the Rockies' 5-1 loss to the Blue Jays in the second game of their series, highlighting the early exit of starter Ryan Feltner after being hit by a 106 mph line drive off his hip. Despite Feltner's strong start—six scoreless innings, four strikeouts, and retiring eight batters in a row—the Rockies' bullpen struggled to hold the lead, with Juan Mea and Zach Agnos allowing multiple runs. Manager Warren Schaefer confirmed Feltner is expected to avoid missing a start, but the injury underscores ongoing concerns about the team's luck and durability. The episode shifts focus to a deeper issue: the Rockies' league-leading swing percentage and aggressive, free-swinging approach at the plate, which has led to poor discipline, high strikeouts, and struggles with runners in scoring position. Host Paul Holden emphasizes that while aggression can be a strength, it must be paired with plate discipline and confidence to avoid becoming a liability. The podcast concludes with anticipation for the series finale, where Kyle Freeland faces a dominant Kevin Gausman, and calls for the Rockies to prove they can compete in close games rather than simply survive.