Officially, the Rockies were eliminated from the postseason on Aug. 24. Realistically, they were eliminated when they lost eight straight games in late April to open the season 4-25.
OK, it was even earlier than that.
Nonetheless, as the worst season in franchise history nears the finish line, the Rockies (39-101) say they still have a lot to play for, not just as individuals, but as a team.
“I think we want to be tested,” All-Star catcher Hunter Goodman said. “And we have a chance to affect other teams’ — winning teams’ — seasons. I think that’s a challenge we want.