What happened: Bob Nightengale wrote that Mickey Moniak is rewriting the draft-bust narrative that has followed him since he was picked in the first round, with Colorado now the team benefiting from the turnaround. The piece frames Moniak's stint with the Rockies as a reversal of expectations built up over his career.

Why it matters: The report lands as Colorado works through a rebuilding season, giving the front office a positive individual storyline inside an otherwise difficult year. It also comes amid the club's ongoing roster evaluation heading toward the offseason.

What to watch: Colorado and San Francisco play the series finale Sunday with the season series tied 1-1.