Rockies 5, Diamondbacks 1
The Colorado Rockies may be new to the postseason scene, but they’re certainly not showing it. In Game 1 of the NLCS, Colorado topped Arizona 5-1 thanks in large part to the pitching performance from starter Jeff Francis. In 6.2 innings of work, Francis allowed seven hits, but only one run and struck out four. Offensively, the Rockies got a huge contribution from outfielder Brad Hawpe, who hit a two-RBI single in a three run third inning. The Denver Post marvels at Hawpe’s continued mastery of D’Backs ace Brandon Webb.
In Arizona, the talk was about Justin Upton’s take down of Kaz Matsui during a double-play breakup at second base. Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki didn’t appreciate Upton’s slide and had words for the young outfielder, although Doug Haller of The Arizona Republic notes that Upton was just doing what he was taught.
