Rockies hunting early leads in series opener vs. Phillies

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A total solar eclipse wasn't the only rarity that occurred on April 8.

Last Monday remains the only time in 16 games this season that the Colorado Rockies have scored first.

Colorado's next chance to strike first comes on Monday when the Rockies visit the Phillies to begin a three-game seriesin Philadelphia.

The first inning has been especially problematic for Colorado. The R