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July 4 always a crazy day in Denver

 
There may have never been a crazier game in Rockies history than their 18-17 victory over the Marlins on Friday night, when they overcame a team-record nine-run deficit. But it wasn't the first wild Independence Day game in the Mile High City. (link)

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