ROCKIES

Russell Wilson to throw out the first pitch at Rockies opening day

Apr 6, 2022, 12:14 PM

At Russell Wilson’s introductory press conference, the Broncos quarterback made several references to his connection with the Rockies. A former draft pick of the ball club, his time in purple pinstripes made a positive impact, at least partially paving the way for the QB to come to Denver.

On Friday afternoon, another chapter is the connection between Wilson and the Rockies will be written. He’ll be a part of the team’s festivities on opening day.

It’s a smart play by the Rockies, tapping into the biggest sports star in town. And it’s a wise move on the part of Wilson, showing he’s a part of the community by being a part of one of the biggest events on the sports calendar in the state of Colorado.

Will he throw from the mound? Will he throw a strike?

If you’re going to the game, get to your seats early in order to find out.

***

Rockies

Michael Toglia...

Andrew Mason

Rockies demote home-run leader Michael Toglia … but there’s more to it than that

Michael Toglia leads the Rockies in home runs, but is mired in a deep slump, resulting in his momentary demotion to AAA Albuquerque.

3 days ago

Rockies Bud Black...

Will Petersen

The Rockies are in a race to win a series before the Nuggets or Avs

The Rockies are on their eighth series of the season, and have yet to win one, while the Nuggets and Avalanche are each hoping to go 1/1

3 days ago

Jacob Stallings #25 of the Colorado Rockies and manager Bud Black...

Jake Shapiro

Incredible stat shows just how bad the Rockies start has been

The Colorado Rockies are off to the worst start in the National League, winning just five of their first 22 games in 2024

5 days ago

Jacob Stallings Rockies fan interference...

Andrew Mason

Fan interference costs Rockies home run — but not the game

The Rockies thought they might have had a game-winning home run in the bottom of the ninth -- but they actually got fan interference.

6 days ago

Kyle Freeland Rockies woes...

Will Petersen

Rockies get more bad news as Kyle Freeland lands on injured list

The Rockies announced the bad news on Friday afternoon, as Kyle Freeland has a left elbow strain; he was supposed to start on Saturday

8 days ago

Three military aircraft fly over Coors Field during the conclusion of the National Anthem, prior to...

Jake Shapiro

Flight Deck Fiasco: Rockies coach plays pilot on United Airlines journey

The FAA is now investigating what appears to be Rockies hitting coach Hensley Meulens in the cockpit of the team's flight to Toronto

9 days ago

Russell Wilson to throw out the first pitch at Rockies opening day