Jul 11, 2021
Brennen Davis saw hitting in Coors Field’s thin air as a fat opportunity, far different from his usual ballparks.
“I’m currently playing in Knoxville, Tennessee,” the Chicago Cubs’ Double-A outfielder said. “It’s noticeable.”
The 21-year-old homered twice and earned MVP of the National League’s 8-3 victory over the American League in the Futures Game on Sunday.
Cincinnati’s José Barrero, Colorado’s Michael Toglia and the Mets’ Francisco Alvarez also went deep in the showcase of top young talent at Coors Field, at 5,186 feet the highest altitude in the major leagues. Monday night’s Home Run Derby and Tuesday night’s All-Star Game will follow.
Cubs Davis 2 HRs in Futures Game, long balls begin at Coors
by Ronald Blum, The Associated Press
Posted Jul 11, 2021 7:45 pm EDT
Last Updated Jul 11, 2021 at 8:00 pm EDT
Matt Liberatore (11) of the National League pitches during the first inning of the MLB All Star Futures game, Sunday, July 11, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Gabe Christus)
DENVER (AP) Brennan Davis saw hitting in Coors Field’s thin air as a fat opportunity, far different from his usual ballparks.
“I’m currently playing in Knoxville, Tennessee,” the Chicago Cubs’ Double-A outfielder said. “It’s noticeable.”
The 21-year-old homered twice and earned MVP of the National League’s 8-3 victory over the American in the Futures Game on Sunday.