The Colorado Rockies saw their lead in the wild-card standings fall to 2 1/2 games as they were outhit and outpitched for the second consecutive game by the San Francisco Giants.

Rockies’ interest in starting pitcher Brad Penny could hinge on how long Aaron Cook will be out.

Fifth starter might not be necessary until Sept. 5.

The Colorado Rockies’ run of come-from-behind wins ended at four as Josh Fogg struggled in his first start with the team in nearly two years.

The Colorado Rockies, wanting to add a fresh arm to their bullpen after back-to-back extra-inning games, have activated Juan Rincon from the disabled list.

Reliever Herges added to roster, Fogg and Eaton will work Wednesday when Cook’s turn next arises

The Colorado Rockies lost Aaron Cook to a shoulder injury and swung and missed in the series opener against the San Francisco Giants, who closed the gap in the wild-card standings to one game.

Cook knocked out in third inning in first start since Aug. 6 as Rockies fall behind early and go quietly in first game of doubleheader

Sloppy defense and control problems cost the Colorado Rockies the opener of their three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Tracy opts for rookie, preferring to keep Fogg available to protect the bullpen, if necessary

Cubs outhit the Rockies 17-14, but the Rockies win going away to tie the Giants for the wild-card lead and for second place in the NL West, 5 1/2 games behind the Dodgers. That’s the closest the Rockies have been to first place since they trailed by 5 1/2 games April 30.

Rockies want to be cautious and not risk further damage to his sprained right toe