Rox look to build on strong second half

Oct 20, 2009 1 related
 

Might need to acquire right-handed bat for 2010 season DENVER -- After covering a tremendous distance in 2009 -- from 18-28 to the National League Wild Card -- the Rockies find themselves trying to figure out how to take the next difficult step. That would be showing sustained success. The turnaround that occurred after Jim Tracy replaced Clint Hurdle as manager was dramatic and unexpected. What the Rockies haven't done is perform when facing big expectations. For example, after the surprise World Series trip in 2007, the Rockies dropped to 74-88 in 2008. With many of the key players under contract or club control, the Rockies don't have to worry about jettisoning high-end salaries. Their concerns are baseball-related. The club had the lowest ERA in its history, proving again that it's possible to win with pitching at Coors... [read full story]                    

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