Rockies’ new staff includes 2 hitting coaches

Among the bevy of coaching hires the Colorado Rockies announced on Thursday is the intriguing presence of two hitting coaches — Duane Espy and Jeff Salazar. Rox general manager Jeff Bridich had a witty explanation for the decision:

“Traditionally we’ve struggled to score runs,” Bridich joked on a conference call with reporters, “so we need all the help we can get.”

There was a brief pause before Bridich clarified he was joking. That might tell you all you need to know.

The truth is, looking at their park-adjusted offense, the Rockies have struggled to score runs at times. And, even though the decision to keep two hitting coaches on staff might be more influenced by the fact that manager Bud…