The Rockies’ old double-play escape hatch has gotten harder to find

May 1, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Colorado Rockies infielder Edouard Julien (6) throws to first base for a double play ahead of the slide by Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin (30) during the first inning at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images | Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images At Coors Field, innings can become dangerous in a hurry. A walk.

A hit. A bloop. Suddenly, the inning is fraught with peril.

That is why a clean double play can feel like an escape hatch: one ground ball, two outs, crisis averted. I love double plays. Double plays have their own little language.

6-4-3. 4-6-3. 5-4-3.