Players to Watch: Diamondbacks vs. Rockies

Apr 29, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (44) celebrates with right fielder Mark Trumbo (15) after beating the Colorado Rockies 9-1 at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

As the Arizona Diamondbacks (34-35) get ready to face the Colorado Rockies (30-39), there are a few things you should know.

The Diamondbacks are coming off a series win against the San Diego Padres and look to get back to .500 in this series. For the Rockies they are looking for continued success after winning two of three against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Both teams are trying to gain ground in the National League West, but this will be a pivotal series for Arizona as they are only four games out of first place behind the Giants and the Dodgers.

With the Diamondbacks and Rockies both sitting below .500, there will be several players you should watch in this series…