“His work ethic was the best I’ve ever seen,” said Arenado, a likely Hall of Famer. Rockies fans know all about Blackmon’s drive, strict routine, and Charlie Hustle style. But the man behind the beard is infinitely more interesting than the four-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger.

The Colorado Rockies' lineup hung in the clubhouse with a familiar name in the leadoff spot: Charlie Blackmon.

Blackmon, 38, announced his retirement this month after spending his entire major league career with the Rockies. He was drafted by the Rockies from Georgia Tech in 2008 and made his major league debut in June 2011.

Blackmon, like Helton before him, learned to deal with the losing. He loved this state and how the fans embraced him. Even without his beard, his walk-up song, “Your Love” by The Outfield, made him an icon, the crowd finishing off the “Toniiiiiiiight” lyrics.