RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostA large American flag is carried out onto the field for the start of the Colorado Rockies' home opener on April 5, 2019 in Denver. The Colorado Rockies take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Air National Guard 120th Fighter Squadron F-16's fly over Coors Field, albeit a little late for the Colorado Rockies home opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers April 05, 2019.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostFans watch the game during the 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019, in Denver.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostFrom left, Jessica Ricks, Elizabeth Digiorgio, and Amanda Klumb wear Rockies inspired hats during 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019 in Denver. The Colorado Rockies take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field. Digiorgio made all the hats.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostSix-month-old Colorado Rockies fan Eden Eisenbreg, with her mother Hollie Eisenbreg, gives high-fives during the 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019 in Denver. The Colorado Rockies take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostColorado Rockies starting pitcher Tyler Anderson #44 and catcher Tony Wolters #14 have a brief meeting on the mound in the top of the 3rd inning on opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostColorado Rockies starting pitcher Tyler Anderson #44 leads off the bottom of the 3rd inning with a blooper for a single on opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostColorado Rockies starting pitcher Tyler Anderson #44 crosses the plate for the first Rockies run in the bottom of the 3rd inning on opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostLos Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Kenta Maeda #18 takes a breath on the mound in the second inning on opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostColorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story #27 makes a grab and runs to the bag to end the top of the second inning opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostColorado Rockies second baseman Garrett Hampson #1 turns a double play to end the top of the first inning on opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostThornton Storm baseball players Colton Shuck, left, 13, and Hank Henderson, 13, hand out Rockies towels at the home plate entrance for Colorado Rockies home opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 05, 2019.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostHot dogs hit the grill during the 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019 in Denver. The Colorado Rockies take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostBatting practice baseballs are piled in a bucket during the 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019 in Denver. The Colorado Rockies take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostLarry Wood keep and eye on the Rockies Clubhouse during 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019 in Denver. The Colorado Rockies take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostJon and Brenda Baldwin of Thornton, hair dyed and celebrating, at the Tavern Downtown lot party on opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostThe crowd streams into Coors Field ahead of the Colorado Rockies home opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, April 5, 2019.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostMike Elliott sports a purple beard in support of his home team, the Colorado Rockies, as he stands outside Coors Field before the start of the 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019, in Denver.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostZach Geiger spills ketchup on himself during the 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019, in Denver.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostJesus Rodriguez sells a bag of nuts before the start of the 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019 in Denver. Colorado Rockies take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Rockies opening day bases ready to be placed before the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 05, 2019.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado (28), left, and Colorado Rockies first baseman Mark Reynolds (12) throw during warmups before playing the Los Angeles Dodgers for their home opener at Coors Field April 05, 2019.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Rockies center fielder Charlie Blackmon (19) stretches before the home opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 05, 2019.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado (28) has a laugh during warmups before Colorado Rockies home opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 05, 2019.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostColorado Rockies catcher Tony Wolters (14), left, talks with manager Bud Black before the Colorado Rockies home opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 05, 2019.
Andy Cross, The Denver PostThe Colorado Rockies stretch and warm up before their home opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 05, 2019.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostUsher Kevin Purcell wiping down the seats in his section on opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostA young fan watches the crowds below as the gates open on opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
Joe Amon, The Denver PostJuan Flores of Denver celebrating at the Tavern Downtown lot party on opening day for the Colorado Rockies against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field April 5, 2019, Denver.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostSebastian Romero holds his beer with his teeth as he waits for friends to get their drinks during the 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019, in Denver. The Colorado Rockies took on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostHot sauce drips from a trash can during the 2019 Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019, in Denver.
RJ Sangosti, The Denver PostA fan, that may have had too much to drink, falls against a street pole as fans leave the game early during Opening Day for the Colorado Rockies on April 5, 2019 in Denver. The Colorado Rockies lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.
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A large American flag is carried out onto the field for the start of the Colorado Rockies' home opener on April 5, 2019 in Denver. The Colorado Rockies take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field.
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The Colorado Rockies host the Los Angeles Dodgers in their season home opener at Coors Field on April 5, 2019.






























