Mickey Moniak had visions of the Rockies playing spoiler — not doormats — in the National League West.

When Bill Schmidt was promoted to Rockies interim general manager on May 3, 2021, he said, “At the end of the day, I realize we need to win games.”

Life returned to normal for the Rockies on Saturday in San Diego.

My brain is doing cartwheels because my boss suggested that I write about Major League Baseball’s future expansion and possible realignment.

First baseman Blaine Crim, called up from Triple-A Albuquerque before the game, hit a three-run home run in the fourth inning.

Chase Dollander realized his dream by making his big-league debut this season, but he didn’t have a dream season.