"While Diaz was visibly distraught, it was obvious that his teammates had brightened his spirits with their reactions.

"I've gotten a lot of pats on the butt," Diaz said. "We are a close team. That's one of the reasons that we were able to put together the run that we did to get back into this thing. We know we're in need of some serious help, maybe not necessarily from the Rockies, but maybe from up above. Maybe a miracle or something like that.

"It's a sinking feeling knowing that you've cost these guys. But it's a great feeling having them all pat you on the butt and say 'You're all right.'" "