With the start of the Major League Baseball season postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, we here at The Denver Post took a look at how the Rockies would fare in MLB The Show 20 on PlayStation 4. We will have a story for every game that had been scheduled until real-life baseball returns. Here’s a look at the virtual Rockies’ preseason preview. Entering Friday’s game, the … [Read more...] about Daniel Murphy’s 9th-inning heroics lift Rockies to home opener win over Padres in MLB The Show 20 simulation
Amid the nightmare of no baseball, recalling the dream season put up by Rockies’ right-hander Marvin Freeman in 1994
As Rockies fans live the nightmare of no baseball due to the coronavirus pandemic, let us all recall the dream season put up by Marvin Freeman in 1994. The right-hander, then 31, was 10-2 that year to lead the National League with an .833 winning percentage and finish fourth in the Cy Young voting. Freeman’s 2.80 ERA still stands as the unofficial single-season club record (he … [Read more...] about Amid the nightmare of no baseball, recalling the dream season put up by Rockies’ right-hander Marvin Freeman in 1994
Rockies outfielder Raimel Tapia organizes drive for food, supplies in his hometown in the Dominican Republic
Back home in the Dominican Republic, Rockies outfielder Raimel Tapia is doing his own small part to help his fellow citizens of San Pedro de Macoris amid the coronavirus pandemic. Two weeks ago, Tapia organized a drive for food and supplies such as toiletries, surgical masks, gloves and more necessities. The 26-year-old then distributed the food and supplies to approximately … [Read more...] about Rockies outfielder Raimel Tapia organizes drive for food, supplies in his hometown in the Dominican Republic
Schools across Denver area will remain closed rest of academic year due to coronavirus
Students in public schools across the Denver region will not return to their classrooms for the remainder of the academic year as districts keep their buildings closed to in-person learning in a continued effort to slow the spread of the highly contagious coronavirus, Denver Public Schools announced Friday. The following school districts announced a continuation of remote … [Read more...] about Schools across Denver area will remain closed rest of academic year due to coronavirus
Walk-out ranch in Bear Creek Village is one of eight homes overlooking 10-acre lake
On the western side of the Denver area, where resale homes face less competition from new homes than in other areas, agents are still reporting very brisk sales even as the stay-at-home order offsets the market. Showings available What: Showings available, Bear Creek Village Where: 2441 S. Xenon Wy, Lakewood; from S. Wadsworth, take Morrison Rd west 3 mi. to Wright Wy, … [Read more...] about Walk-out ranch in Bear Creek Village is one of eight homes overlooking 10-acre lake
Man charged with first-degree murder in fatal Thornton shooting
A man has been charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of a Thornton resident. Jason Becker, 33, was found dead on the floor of his home by police on March 25, according to a news release from the Adams and Broomfield District Attorney’s Office. Police had entered his home for a welfare check, but the district attorney’s office did not provide further … [Read more...] about Man charged with first-degree murder in fatal Thornton shooting
Denver weather: What are the best times to get outside this weekend?
If you’re looking to get out and safely spend some time outdoors this weekend, the weather is generally looking good for a stroll, jog or any essential errands you might need to run. Before the forecast, a reminder: maintain at least six feet of distance between yourself and others. Avoid touching anything, and wash your hands thoroughly as soon as you return from your … [Read more...] about Denver weather: What are the best times to get outside this weekend?
Data don’t lie: Amid coronavirus restrictions, Coloradans are doing a pretty good job of staying home
Coloradans have done a better job of staying at home than most Americans as they’ve faced increasing travel restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic, according to new reports that mine cell phone location data to illustrate how quickly daily life has changed. Google on Friday released mobility reports for Colorado and other states that compare trips to several kinds of … [Read more...] about Data don’t lie: Amid coronavirus restrictions, Coloradans are doing a pretty good job of staying home
Colorado small businesses able to tap billions in stimulus money for forgivable loans
The federal government started throwing out more lifelines on Friday, April 3 to distressed small businesses through its new Paycheck Protection Program, and state officials are urging those who need help to quickly contact their local lenders to access some of the $349 billion available. “This is a forgivable loan. Speed counts,” said David Madsen, chief marketing officer with … [Read more...] about Colorado small businesses able to tap billions in stimulus money for forgivable loans