Baxter the Bobcat distracted Carlos Gonzalez during his warmups but CarGo won the battle
Stretching before a game is a crucial part of any ballplayer's game.
Bothering players during their pregame rituals is a crucial part of a mascot's obligations on the field, as the Astro's Orbit has shown us time and time again. It's also on the to-do list of Baxter the Bobcat, the D-backs' mascot, especially with a division foe like the Rockies in town.
That's what happened prior to Colorado's 5-4 win at Chase Field on Monday as the Rockies'
A valiant effort from Baxter, nonetheless.