Manager Bud Black said, as expected, Angels starter Shohei Ohtani was impressive in what was a pitching duel between Ohtani and Rockies All-Star German Marquez. ... The continuing growth of Brendan Rodgers was as apparent as his opposite-field home run off Otani. ... Black is optimistic that Ryan McMahon could be back in the lineup on Tuesday. He has been limited to a pinch-hit appearance Saturday in the last three games because of left groin strain.
Ty Blach feels key for him is to show he is healthy and thing things fall in place. He feels he can control a running game and can accept the challenge in late innings to get crucial outs.
Issac White said there is nothing to celebrate after a loss. Cowboys now need to focus on next weekend's matchup with Utah State, and put the disappointment of the loss to Boise State in the rearview mirror.
How big was the Cowboys beating Colorado State for Victor Jones? Well, he won the race to the Bronze Boot. ... Jones missed the last meeting in Boise because of an injury. Looking forward to his first visit to face the Broncos.
Bud Black says German Marquez wasn't "German Marquez" sharp but battled for five innings and gave Rockies a chance to win. ... Marquez will get extra day off this week. ... Robert Stephenson made strong impression in clutch situation. ... Charlie Blackman runs streak of home runs to three games in a row -- against the Braves of all teams.
Charlie Blackmon impressed with the way Rockies starting pitchers have responded to pitching at Coors Field. Blackmon said it helps for him to get ahead of CJ Cron.
Bud Black impressed with the way Antonio Senzatela battled to keep Rockies in the game. Astros, however, exploited Rockies offensive road struggles.
German Marquez hit second home run of his career -- a bomb off Yu Darvish. "He's one of the best," said Marquez. ... His other home run came on July 11, 2018 off Arizona infielder Daniel Descalso, who was mopping up a 19-2 Rockies victory at Coors Field.