GREELEY — Charlie Monfort sat down for breakfast at Roasty’s Diner, one of his favorite local eateries in his beloved hometown. Wearing a National Baseball Hall of Fame cap and a Utah Utes T-shirt in honor of his alma mater, the 65-year-old Monfort appeared relaxed. He laughed often and easily.
He said that the problems with alcohol that derailed his active role as one of the Rockies’ founders and principal owners are in the past. He’s repaired his relationship with Dick Monfort, his older brother and the club’s owner, chairman, CEO, and ultimate decision-maker.
But there is irony here.