The Rockies mega contract with Shortstop Troy Tulowitzki proved two things to Colorado fans: The Rockies are finally willing to spend money on a high quality player to win a title and Troy Tulowitzki is now the face of Denver sports. Colorado has searched for its main sports hero since John Elway retired after Super Bowl XXXIII.
Early this decade the main athlete in Colorado sports could be debated as Avalanche captain Joe Sakic led his team to a cup, Todd Helton had the Rockies on his back, and Carmelo Anthony resurrected the Nuggets franchise. All of these players were the face of their respective franchises, but none quite reached the status of the face of Denver.
Tulo has the personality, dedication, and style for the job. He grows a mullet and has "Party in the U.S.A as his walkup music. On the field, however, he is all business on the field. He is the best shortstop in baseball, after winning the golden glove and silver slugger awards this past season. He finished 5th in the MVP vote two years in a row. He hits for power, runs well, and has a cannon of an arm. He truly is a five tool player. He is leader.
Since the contract signing Rockies reporter Troy Renck's ever active twitter talked about Tulo's new plans now that he is here to stay. This includes starting his own charity organizations and moving to the city full time. All things that show he is now a Coloradoan at heart.
All Colorado fans have read the reports about him idolizing Cal Ripken Jr. and how he wanted to be like Cal playing for one franchise throughout his career. While he may not have Cal's durability, ( He already had several DL stints in his young career) his new contract guarantees that like Elway he will be in Denver for a long time.
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