It’s About Damn Time

The Rockies’ offensive advantage during Helton’s playing days because of the thin, mile-high air are well-known. But, Helton wasn’t exactly a AA player on the road. He hit .287 with an .855 OPS.

The Rockies’ offensive advantage during Helton’s playing days because of the thin, mile-high air are well-known. But, Helton wasn’t exactly a AA player on the road. He hit .287 with an .855 OPS.
He led the league in hits, doubles and average during a torrid stretch in the mid 1980’s and still was the best first baseman in the game and still hit even after a balky bat robbed him of his power.
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