What happened: Cole Carrigg earned National League Rookie of the Month for September. He hit .327 with a .911 OPS and six home runs, including five over the final month.
Why it matters: The month cements Carrigg as a core piece for Colorado moving forward. His bat plays while the club sorts a long-term defensive home.
By the numbers: September: .327 AVG, .911 OPS, 6 HR, with 5 HR in the final month.
What to watch: Colorado closes the season and turns toward offseason development plans. Carrigg's defensive assignment bears watching into spring.