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Goodman reaches 40-HR milestone, and Rockies want more

CHICAGO -- In the third inning Saturday night, Hunter Goodman gave a thumbs-up while proudly presenting in the Rockies’ preposterous -- yet pleasing -- purple pretend pelt that serves as a prize for a home run. Levity washed over him…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 4:34 AM
Goodman reaches 40-HR milestone, and Rockies want more
Key Things to Know
  • Hunter Goodman hit his 40th and 41st home runs of the season against the Chicago White Sox.
  • The Colorado Rockies defeated the White Sox 9-6 on Saturday night.
  • Goodman set an NL record for a primary catcher with 25 road home runs, surpassing Johnny Bench.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Hunter Goodman reached the 40-home-run milestone and added his 41st on Saturday night in the Colorado Rockies' 9-6 victory over the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field. His performance brought his road home run tally to 25, breaking Johnny Bench's 1972 record for the most road home runs by a National League primary catcher.

Goodman's total marks the most home runs by an NL catcher since Javier LĂłpez hit 43 in 2003. Despite Colorado falling to a 58-103 record, the club reportedly intends to resist trade inquiries for Goodman, who becomes arbitration-eligible this offseason.

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