In the estimation of manager Bud Black, first baseman Ian Desmond had a “great game” Monday night in Colorado’s 6-5 win, 10-inning win over the Giants. Desmond batted 2-for-3, drove in two runs and made a number of smooth plays at first, including a key play in the top of the 10th when he threw out Evan Longoria trying to advance to third.
Desmond, now hitting .184, has been the target of fans’ boos at Coors Field this season. Monday night, he heard cheers. Either is fine with Desmond.
“I appreciate any emotion the fans want to give,” he said.