Jerry Weinstein is one of the Rockies’ hidden treasures.
Fans might not know who he is, but plenty of players do. For scouts, managers and coaches throughout baseball, Weinstein is an icon. In 2020, he was presented the prestigious Wilson Lefty Gomez Award in recognition from the American Baseball Coaches Association as “an individual who has contributed significantly to the game of baseball locally, nationally and internationally.”
Weinstein, who turns 79 on Nov. 9, currently works as the Rockies’ special assistant in scouting and player development. He’s earned a reputation as a catching expert, immersed in the details of baseball’s most-demanding position.