Michael Krause Enjoys a Special Day with the Rockies

Ask anyone who knows him, and they would describe Michael (Mike) Krause as one of the biggest sports fans in the world. His basement is a shrine to all things sports and one of his favorite sports teams is the Colorado Rockies.

Knowing what a huge fan Mike is of the Rockies, his neighbor (Savannah) set out to find a way for Mike to enjoy a special day with his most favorite team. Mike has a brain tumor that is limiting his abilities and he and his family are receiving services from The Denver Hospice. A day with the Rockies would bring such relief and happy memories for Mike and his entire family.

Savannah, wanted to create that special memory for Mike and his family and her perseverance paid off.  All Star outfielder, Charlie Blackmon responded to Savannah and, with his assistance, Mike was set to join the Rockies on May 31 to watch batting practice on the field and spend time with team members and coaches.

What no one could predict at the time is that a late Spring snowstorm would change the original plans. The snowstorm postponed the game which meant there would be no batting practice.

Determined to not let Mike down, and have the experience he was anticipating, the Rockies stepped up and created a special time even though there would be no game that day. Rockies’ ambassadors Kelly Hall and Jim Kellogg and Manager Bud Black went well above and beyond to ensure Mike and his family would have a wonderful time.

Spending one-on-one time with Mike, the Rockies staff and team members took him on a guided tour of Coors Field, the media room, the dugout, and many other places creating a wealth of memories for Mike and his family.

Mike’s brother, Andy, and his family drove from Dallas to be with Mike on this day. It was Andy’s goal to push Mike around the bases. They did not get to go around the bases, but they did get to go all around the perimeter of the field and that was close enough!

After the experience was completed, Mike’s daughter, Jamie created a book of memories that Mike cherishes stating, “This was one of the best days of my life.”

Thank you to the entire Rockies organization for creating a special day and memories for Mike and his family they will never forget.