Rockies take series from Padres in 7-5 victory; Chris Iannetta and Todd Helton lead offensive outburst

by Russ Oates on Apr 29, 2009 4:31 PM MDT in Rockies Game Wraps

Final - 4.29.2009	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R
San Diego Padres	0	0	0	0	0	0	3	2	0	5
Colorado Rockies	0	2	1	0	0	4	0	0	X	7

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With their 7-5 victory over the Padres, the Rockies won their second series of the season (the first being the three-game set against the D'Backs to start the season).

How'd it happen? Strong pitching by Aaron Cook and great hitting by Chris Iannetta and Todd Helton. Cook breezed through six innings, and didn't allow a hit until the fourth. There were two seven-pitch innings mixed in there. Cook's troubles in the seventh were a result of a leadoff homer and then a two-run homer by Henry Blanco. Yes, Henry Blanco. Still, his WPA for this game was 0.280.

Chris Iannetta (0.192 WPA) contributed with a two-run jack (3) in the second inning and an RBI single in the sixth. Todd Helton hit a solo shot (2) in the third inning and a two-run single in the sixth. Dexter Fowler had a sac fly in between the run-scoring singles.

We saw Matt Belisle allowed a two-run homer in the eighth to bring the game to 7-5, but Huston Street shut down the Padres in the ninth by striking out all three batters.

via www.fangraphs.com

The Rockies are now 8-12.

Thanks to TuLoRocks2008, Teekalong, fantasyfencing, RockiesMagicNumber, Redhawk, holly96, Hizilla, PioneerSkies, Jabberwocky, Rox Girl, AtkinsandTulofan, frightenedinmate#2, holliday5, RockiesDave, RdRnnr, Chacinisthefuture, Sandlotkid8, Poseidon's Fist, Narcoleptico, Silverblood, FlyAway, Purp McGirt, ALrockies, moomacher, EricMedic, OrangeTorpedo, ejskater, nodakroxfan, befizzle, Jester76, biondino, and Business Socks for an enjoyable afternoon.

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Is it just me

or do Dreamy and the lemur look kind of alike? Especially when they’ve got the stubble going.

(I repeat, Come back Bucky we love you and miss you).

I love Greg Reynolds and I may be slightly ashamed to admit it.

by Silverblood on Apr 29, 2009 4:32 PM MDT reply actions

I can see it. Like Doom is the older brother.

Listen, this signature line is a big part of who I am.

by frightened inmate #2 on Apr 29, 2009 4:51 PM MDT up reply actions

This was Aaron Cook's first victory

of the season and his 53rd overall. He’s now tied with Pedro Astacio for second-most wins in franchise history.

"If we never try, we shall never succeed." - Abraham Lincoln

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by Russ Oates on Apr 29, 2009 4:35 PM MDT reply actions

Man I post a lot during games

Matt Murton status: Freed
Garrett Atkins status: Not Traded
Clint Hurdle status: Still Employed by the Rockies

by Andrew Martin on Apr 29, 2009 4:36 PM MDT reply actions

Yeah, but

you haven’t crossed the 10K plateau yet.

"If we never try, we shall never succeed." - Abraham Lincoln

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by Russ Oates on Apr 29, 2009 4:38 PM MDT up reply actions

Few more games and I should pass 5000

Matt Murton status: Freed
Garrett Atkins status: Not Traded
Clint Hurdle status: Still Employed by the Rockies

by Andrew Martin on Apr 29, 2009 4:57 PM MDT up reply actions

woo my name was first

4 down....12 to go for a repeat Go Wings!!!

by TuLoRocks2008 on Apr 29, 2009 7:22 PM MDT reply actions

Much needed win

Good to see Cookie have a solid outing and Street dominate the ninth. Now we need to win 3 on this road trip and comeback ready to dominate the Fish and Stros at home. Need to be back at .500 by May 15.

TGFPR!!

by jlot10 on Apr 29, 2009 8:13 PM MDT reply actions

Need to be back at .500 by May 15

That’s possible

"I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein

by Andrew T. Fisher on Apr 29, 2009 11:12 PM MDT up reply actions

Woo!

First close game we won (under 3 runs)

Not that it should have been

"I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein

by Andrew T. Fisher on Apr 29, 2009 11:12 PM MDT reply actions

Woot!

I just bought a ticket to go to Friday’s game, and I found one on Stub Hub for the section I like for a decent price (cheaper than going through the team site). I was debating whether or not I wanted to go, and then I realized I really want to see this team (especially Dex, to be honest) in person. I’m excited.

by holly96 on Apr 29, 2009 11:32 PM MDT reply actions

I'm glad

You just have to check them out while they are in town

"I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein

by Andrew T. Fisher on Apr 30, 2009 12:03 AM MDT up reply actions

I went to 3 games last year, so I've seen most of them.

One of which was the crazy game in which Tulo got hurt, which I also went to by myself. That was a Tuesday night game, and this is a Friday night game, which is why I was a bit hesitant. The crowds just feel different. But I found tickets in the same section where I sat a couple times last year, and it was pretty low-key (which is what I want when I’m there alone), so I’m hoping it will be the same this year.

But of course I haven’t seen Dex or a handful of the others, so I better go when I have the chance.

by holly96 on Apr 30, 2009 1:59 AM MDT up reply actions

That would have been a great (and crazy) game to see

That was when Dreamy started to really show his capabilities, hitting a big home run off Timmy and playing a solid third base. :) And for your safety, I’m sure we’ll all understand if you’re not completely decked out in purple.

"I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein

by Andrew T. Fisher on Apr 30, 2009 7:03 AM MDT up reply actions

That game was crazy.

Even crazier was that I didn’t realize at the time (since I was at the game and not listening) that Baker was hurt. So I was completely baffled at the defensive alignment. But it was fun to see all the players (especially Helton) laughing at Atkins the entire game.

I won’t be decked out on purple, no, but my regular jacket is actually lavender. I’ll be about 26 rows up behind home plate toward the first base side.

by holly96 on Apr 30, 2009 11:36 AM MDT up reply actions

..it was pretty low-key (which is what I want when I’m there alone).

That line is so sad :( if my mom wasn’t in town for her birthday I would drive up and go to the game with you. I’m sure there’s something lavender in my closet too!

Ef you baldo try Hair-Be Dere!!

by Charlie77 on May 1, 2009 1:39 AM MDT up reply actions