Now in his 22nd year in the Rockies organization and fifth as Colorado’s third base coach, Cole has experience managing for the Rockies at the Class A, Double-A and Triple-A levels. Those moments guiding teams in Visalia Oaks, Tulsa and Colorado Springs have prepared him for the pressure-packed moments that happen nightly as a runner heads his way on the basepaths.
“In the minor leagues, being the manager you also coach third base,” Cole told Rox Pile. “Working with the players, you learn what they can and can’t do. You try to help them perfect their skills and talents and help them move on.