AURORA, Colo. (KOAA) — Thursday, Rockies mascot Dinger made a trip to UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and paid a visit to the newest fans.

Michael Ciaglo/Clarkson Creative Photography
The hospital is celebrating Friday's home opener by giving away Rockies themed baby gifts to 1,000 new families at hospitals across our state.

Michael Ciaglo/Clarkson Creative Photography
Dinger was giving out Rockies plushies and other baseball-themed gifts while posing for photos with the next generation of Rockies fans.

Michael Ciaglo/Clarkson Creative Photography
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Did you spot the 'Doomsday' and 'Electronic Attack' aircraft circling Colorado Springs this week?
You might have seen a unique aircraft in the skies of Colorado Springs Monday. There's plenty of social media buzz about it.
Did you spot the 'Doomsday' and 'Electronic Attack' aircraft circling Colorado Springs this week?
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