Rockies' reliever Justin Lawrence evolving into dependable reliever

DENVER, CO - APRIL 06: Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Justin Lawrence (61) pitching against the Washington Nationals in the 7th inning at Coors Field during the Rockies home opener April 06, 2023. (Photo by Andy Cross/The Denver Post) — DENVER, CO – APRIL 06: Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Justin Lawrence (61) pitching against the Washington Nationals in the 7th inning at Coors Field during the Rockies home opener April 06, 2023. (Photo by Andy Cross/The Denver Post)

By Patrick Saunders | psaunders@denverpost.com | The Denver Post

PUBLISHED: April 7, 2023 at 6:25 PM MDT | UPDATED: April 7, 2023 at 7:06 PM MDT

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Justin Lawrence's sidewinder delivery has bite and venom. Just ask the heart of the Padres' order.

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