Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado reported to spring training on Sunday, ready to address a difficult offseason that left the All-Star feeling "disrespected" as trade rumors ran rampant.
And among the remarks he had for reporters at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, Ariz., he had a message for Rockies fans.
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