As far as early season crises go, the Rockies found themselves smack in the middle of one following Monday’s loss to the Cubs, the third consecutive defeat for a team headed to their worst showing on offense for one month in club history.
But as the calendar turned to May, Colorado’s fortunes changed on its first three-city road trip of the season.
First, it was three solo homers and Jon Gray’s gem on Tuesday that resulted in a 3-1 win, and then the Rockies went yard four times in Wednesday’s 11-2 victory to take the series from Chicago.
The team’s ability to rebound with wins in the road — especially considering how Colorado continues to trend toward an all-or-nothing approach at the plate with an NL-best 41 homers paired with 295 strikeouts, second-worst in the league — makes this weekend’s three-game series in New York all the more interesting.
Can Colorado (17-15) shake off its sluggish start and finally find a groove against the Mets? Can recent call-ups David Dahl, Noel Cuevas and Daniel Castro inject some much-needed juice into the Rockies’ lineup?
And finally, can starters German Marquez (Friday), Chad Bettis (Saturday) and Kyle Freeland (Sunday) continue to steady a Rockies’ rotation that has turned in five consecutive quality starts?
Winning the series over New York — and coming back to Coors Field with momentum following the 1-3 start to the trip — might just be the confidence boost the Rockies need to start putting the whole package together.
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What’s on tap?
- At New York Mets, 5:10 p.m. Friday, ATTRM
- At New York Mets, 5:30 p.m. Saturday, ATTRM
- At New York Mets, 11:30 a.m. Sunday, ATTRM
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Scores, Stats and Standings
Must-Read
Kiszla: The biggest waste of money in Denver sports is Ian Desmond.
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The Rockies starting rotation has a 1.68 ERA over its last 8 games
Wednesday afternoon at Wrigley Field, the 28-year-old left-hander pitched one of the best games of his career as the Rockies routed the Cubs, 11-2, to take the three-game series. Read more…
Swings and misses: Baseball’s strikeout era is here and itap firmly entrenched
For the 11th consecutive season, MLB is hurtling toward a record number of strikeouts. Read more…
Saunders vs. Kiz: Should the Rockies trade for Jose Abreu?
Baseball is a game of patience. But is it too early for general manager Jeff Bridich to start shopping for a bat? Read more…
Quick Hits
+ Rockies podcast: Kyle Freeland explains his tattoo and his relationship with Bud Black
+ The Rockies’ bats woke up Wednesday against the Cubs
+Rockies pitcher Jon Gray grows up some more with solid outing against the Cubs
+Saunders: Rockies have reasons to believe they can be a contender
+ Rockies’ rookie Noel Cuevas was thrilled to get a start on Puerto Rican heritage night in Miami
+Rockies’ prospect Colton Welker turning heads with his swing, defense at Class A-Advanced Lancaster
+David Dahl flashes talent for Rockies, but will he stick with big-league club?
+Rockies’ struggling to find big hit in big moments
+Rockies call up Daniel Castro from Triple-A Albuquerque; Ryan McMahon optioned down
+Rockies’ Charlie Blackmon loves home runs — and baseball history
+Rockies send rookie on a Starbucks run … in full uniform
+ Want to chat about the Rockies? .
By The Numbers
.226
That’s the Rockies’ team batting average entering play Friday.
Parting Shot
So here’s the deal: The Rockies have this “Business Person Special,” and we were intrigued. For select games, $21 will get you a Rooftop standing-room-only ticket, WiFi, a CHUBurger, fries and an 18-ounce beer or 16-ounce soda.
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