Charlie Blackmon trotted out to center field and tipped his cap to the cheering fans at Coors Field one last time on Sunday.

Charlie Blackmon trotted out to center field all alone and stood above the giant No. 19 that was etched into the grass at Coors Field. The longtime Colorado Rockies outfielder known for his bushy beard tipped his cap to the cheering fans one last time as a player on Sunday before a 2-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

“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.

Charlie Blackmon retired after a 14-year career with the Colorado Rockies, marked by a final single at Coors Field.

Charlie Blackmon ended his career on Sunday after spending his entire time with the Colorado Rockies. In a ceremony before Sunday’s game, the Rockies’ final game of the season, Charlie Blackmon was honored for his 14-year career.

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Charlie Blackmon played in the final game of his outstanding MLB career on Sunday, and the Colorado Rockies sent their longtime slugger off with a classy

It was Charlie Blackmon Day at the ballpark as the four-time All-Star waved goodbye to the game after 14 seasons with the Rockies, the only team he’s ever known. Blackmon was back in a familiar spot on the lineup card, too — starting in center field and batting leadoff. This was the first time he’s been in center in six years.

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