In Sunday’s series finale, Nolan Arenado was hit in the hand by Miami starting pitcher Vance Worley. The entire Rockies fan base held its breath as Arenado exited the game, thinking the worst for the All-Star third baseman. Could this be the end of Arenado’s season and Colorado’s run at the Wild Card?
Thankfully, it was neither. Arenado returned as a pinch hitter the following night against the Atlanta Braves at Coors Field. Colorado went on to secure the second Wild Card spot in the National League, making the postseason for the first time since 2009.