It’s a funny thing. Those who casually notice the Rockies wouldn’t be surprised that they have a good offense. Those who follow them closely are probably still adjusting to the idea. Given all the offensive struggles last season, I wouldn’t have believed you if you had told me they’d have a highly ranked offense this summer.
The difference is alluded to in this write-up from Michael Dixon. We were pretty sure that Nolan Arenado, Trevor Story and Charlie Blackmon would be very good again. The Rockies needed the other players to step up and give the lineup some length.