Andy Cross, The Denver Post
Ian Desmond
The biggest waste of money in Denver sports is Ian Desmond. The Rockies are paying Desmond $22 million in 2018. Are you kidding me? Desmond is higher paid than Broncos linebacker Von Miller. Read more…David Zalubowski, The Associated Press
Carlos Gonzalez
Slugging Rockies know they can’t keep winning on home runs alone The visiting clubhouse at Wrigley Field was a joyous place Wednesday evening. Rap music was blaring and deep-dish pizza was served as the victory dinner before the players packed up and headed for the Big Apple. Read more…
Helen H. Richardson, The Denver Post
Shay Fields
CU Buffs’ Shay Fields looks to translate game-changing reputation to the next level via free agent contract with Redskins In 2016, Colorado started its unlikely road to the Pac-12 South championship by beating Oregon on the road to open conference play, and then smashing Oregon State at home two weeks later. Read more…
Quick Hits + CU Buffs soar in Pac-12 football recruiting rankings with pair of California commits
+ Rockies Insider: Why this series against the Mets is critical
+ Will the Broncos’ selection of Sam Jones help stabilize the offensive line?The beefed-up Arizona State product believes he can help.
+ Everything to know about Denver’s big lacrosse weekend: Outlaws have home opener, Mammoth begin playoffs
+ Ichiro Suzuki transitions to Mariners front office, but isn’t shutting door on playing again
+ LeBron James scores 43 as Cavs beat Raptors in Game 2
+ Following his playing days, Ellis Burks has enjoyed lengthy career as a special assistant — and he could see managing in his future
+ We’re giving away 4 front-row Rockies tickets and VIP parking to the May 8 game vs. Angels at Coors Field. Contest ends at noon.
+ Tiger Woods struggles with greens in first round since Masters
By The Numbers $30.9-million
Colorado Buffaloes allotted record $30.9-million in Pac-12 revenue distribution The Pac-12 released details of its financial earnings from the 2017 fiscal year on Thursday, and for the first time ever, conference revenue exceeded $500 million. Read more…
Parting Shot Patrick Smith, Getty Images
Tom Brady
Broncos fan takes his hatred for Tom Brady to another level with new tattoo How deep is your hatred for Tom Brady?
One Broncos fan took his hate to the next level, by permanently tattooing an Eagles logo on his thigh to commemorate the New England quarterback’s loss in Super Bowl 52. Read more…
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