Some news, notes, and links from around the National League West as the Colorado Rockies enjoy an off-day Thursday before hosting the Dodgers this weekend.
The off-day today for the Colorado Rockies feels weird after the team had games rained out on multiple days this week, but nevertheless, here we are. At least another day off is a good thing for the pitching staff, right?
And, as we are wont to do on many off days, here are some links that should catch you up on the goings-on around baseball. Today, too, all links have a little NL West flavor…
Padres News: Josh Johnson Nearing Return (Friars On Base).