The morning after his opening night as Rockies interim manager, Warren Schaeffer worked out in the hotel gym in Arlington, Texas.
It’s part of who he is. Schaeffer’s DNA includes sweat equity, discipline, routine, attention to detail and passion. That’s why, when many others see the Rockies and their 7-34 record as the majors’ unholy mess, Schaeffer has a far different take.
“This is an opportunity,” he said Tuesday during a phone interview before the Rockies played the Rangers.
Schaeffer, 40, wasn’t just talking about his career opportunity, but about the team’s chance to turn around a dismal season.