The 2025 MLB season begins in one week. As Rockies fans, it’s hard to level set expectations with the recurring hope and optimism that naturally rises inside baseball fans each spring.
Over the last few years, I have tried to find better ways to manage my expectations. In January, I looked to writer Anne Lamott’s ideas on resentment and how it can mask even the smallest moments of joy and beauty. In 2023, I turned to Clint Hurdle, the former Rockies manager and current assistant to Bill Schmidt. Known for his optimistic and humorous storytelling, Hurdle also talked about being cautious with expectations because they “often lead to resentments” at Rockies Fest before the season.