(WATE) — Before Todd Helton shattered records wearing orange ... Helton was just a kid playing baseball for Central High School in Knoxville. On Monday, his alma mater honored him.

"Todd Helton is a beloved member of the Knox County ... Helton graduated from Central High School after receiving the 1992 ...

Chase Dollander got a text from Rockies legend and fellow Tennessee alum Todd Helton, confirming that he would extend his stay in Denver just to see him pitch.