Sep 1, 2017; Arlington, TX, USA; Los Angeles Angels first baseman C.J. Cron (24) in action during the game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park in Arlington. The Rangers defeat the Angels 10-9. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
When C.J. Cron was inked to a minor league deal recently by the Colorado Rockies, manager Bud Black knew exactly what he was getting with the power-hitting first baseman.
Sure, a lot of time has passed since the 2016 baseball season, but that’s the point in time when the paths of Black and Cron crossed extensively, and it forms a framework for their relationship as Rockies spring training gets underway.