Opening Day has happened and baseball is officially back. The Colorado Rockies are in a special position, looking to build on the success from the previous two seasons, and looking for more sustained production from their young squad.
The Colorado Rockies find themselves in a truly unique position. The franchise is coming off back-to-back playoff appearances and will look to continue building on the growth from the past two seasons.
A young core led by newly re-signed All-Star and hopeful MVP candidate Nolan Arenado, armed to the teeth with a potent lineup and a pitching staff who seem to have finally figured out the drudge of pitching at Coors Field, Colorado is in a prime spot to do some damage this season.
There are many things fans can hang their hats on when it comes to this team. Many things that have happened the past two seasons should hopefully continue into the new year. However, there are spots where the team will continue to grow and mature. That being said, here are five bold predictions for the Rockies in 2019.