The Rockies are approaching a critical crossroads involving third baseman Nolan Arenado and shortstop Trevor Story, their two best position players.
The contract status of the two stars, the financial ramifications of the coronavirus pandemic on baseball and Arenado’s rocky relationship with general manager Jeff Bridich have converged to create an imperfect storm. How the front office deals with the situation this offseason will affect the franchise in 2021 and far beyond.
And it will tug at the heart of Rockies fans who’ve seen Story and Arenado blossom into arguably the premier left side of the infield in the majors.