The secret to the Rockies’ success in 2018 was no secret at all.
“I think it’s pretty easy. I think it’s the starting pitching honestly, giving us a chance to win every game, game in and game out,” all-star third baseman Nolan Arenado said.
Numbers illustrate Arenado’s words. Colorado’s rotation:
- Posted a 4.17 ERA, the second-lowest in franchise history (2009 playoff had a 4.10 ERA);
- Had 84 quality starts, the third-most in franchise history
- Struck out 883, sixth in the National League and by far the most in franchise history.