- The Colorado Rockies pulled off a surprising three-game sweep of the Houston Astros in May 2024, showcasing their ability to compete with one of the league's elite teams.
- The Rockies won each game in the series by a narrow margin, demonstrating resilience, clutch hitting, and strong pitching - qualities that had been lacking earlier in the season.
- The series victory has sparked renewed optimism among Rockies fans, shifting the team's focus from rebuilding to contending, and proving they can thrive outside the thin air of Coors Field.