Walking into Sunday’s game vs. the Brewers, my brother-in-law asked me a great question: Who is your favorite current Rockie? Most years, I have a pick right off the bat.
Sometimes it’s the superstars like Larry Walker, CarGo or Chuck Nazty.
Sometimes it’s the underdogs with the amazing stories like Conner Joe and Sam Hilliard.
Last year, perhaps due to my desire to have the first baseman of the future, it was Michael Toglia and then Warming Bernabel.
This year, I had to pause and think. But then the answer
came.
Troy Johnston.
The hits and batting average are great, but it’s the joy. For years, the Rockies have needed the joy and laughter that a big personality can bring to the clubhouse. His defense leaves something to be desired, but his positive presence gets my vote.
My brother-in-law said Jake McCarthy for the hustle, the speed, the ability to make things happen and, of course, the mullet.
What about you? Who is your favorite current Rockie? And why?
Do you value the production on the field, the story behind the player, a chance meeting or autograph or something other random factor?
Let us know below.
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