Rockies pitcher German Marquez works in the first inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on Monday night. (Photo: Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
The story of the Colorado Rockies 6-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates Monday night was simple: pitching and hitting.
German Marquez worked six strong innings and Trevor Story socked a three-run home run in the fourth inning to give the Rockies plenty of offense.
Marquez allowed two runs on two hits with a pair of walks and six strikeouts. Story finished 2-3 with three RBIs. Charlie had two hits, including his seventh home run, and two RBIs.
Game two is Tuesday at 4:25 p.m. MDT on KOA NewsRadio 850 AM and 94.1 FM.
KOA NewsRadio Voice of the Rockies Jack Corrigan had the call of Story's fourth inning home run.
Catcher Chris Iannetta spoke with KOA NewsRadio Voice of the Rockies Jerry Schemmel after the game.
Postgame comments from Rockies shortstop Trevor Story, complete with clubhouse music.
Postgame comments from Rockies pitcher German Marquez, also with clubhouse music.