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What excuses did Rockies fans use to get out of work for Opening Day?

Denver7 went to Coors Field to see how fans were playing hooky

Rockies fans from all walks of like called in sick, pretended to be working from home, or just got the day off to celebrate the beginning of baseball season on Opening Day. Denver7's Danny New reports.

By: Danny New

Posted at 6:35 PM, Apr 08, 2022

and last updated 2022-04-09 00:05:37-04

DENVER - Thank you, Rockies fans, for going undercover for us.

Today, hours before Opening Day, Denver7 parked outside Coors Field to speak with fans. We just wanted to know one thing, "What did you tell your boss to get out of work today?"

Not everyone wanted to go on camera, so some fans got a special Denver7 disguise, on the house.

Rockies fans take the day off to enjoy the first day of baseball season

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What excuses did Rockies fans use to get out of work for Opening Day?

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