SAN FRANCISCO — In their first 25 years of existence, the Rockies have never been able to kick down the door that leads to a National League West title.
This year, things look different. Indeed it appears that the door just needs to be unlocked, not kicked in. Now, if only the Rockies can find the key.
“I think the opportunity is there, it’s just a matter of whether we take advantage of it or not,” all-star third baseman Nolan Arenado said prior to Friday night’s game against the Giants. “We have a lot of work to do, and there are a lot of game left.