Matt Holliday’s first-inning double prevented him from adding to his stolen-base total. He’s on pace for a career-high 29 swipes after stealing seven through 39 games. “If I am going to be a singles hitter and a ‘Judy’ hitter, which I have been lately, I have to find a way to get to second. I am just trying to find ways to get into scoring position and help the team.”
The right move.
Left-handed hitters Omar Quintanilla and Jonathan Herrera started Wednesday, given Arizona pitcher Micah Owings’ success against righties (.147 average). Clint Barmes will return to shortstop tonight, with either Quintanilla or Herrera at second.
Stoppage.
The game was delayed in the top of the second inning as dirt was added in front of home plate after Orlando Hudson’s stumble out of the box. There have been complaints that the ground is too soft — it is dampened before the game because it dries out quickly when the roof is open.
Troy E. Renck, The Denver Post
