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What does Charlie Blackmon’s retirement mean for the Colorado Rockies?

Late yesterday, the news became official: Charlie Blackmon announced his retirement.

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Evan Lang wrote a terrific overview of Blackmon’s career yesterday, and our coverage on Purple Row will continue throughout the week. But I was interested in speculating on what this may mean for the Colorado Rockies going forward.

An unused #19 uniform will create some challenges as well as some opportunities.

Who assumes Blackmon’s leadership role?

This year, the Rockies have taken seriously the charge to “let the kids play.