Ditch the Desk: Governor Polis Writes You a Sick Note for Rockies Opening Day

If you’re currently staring at a spreadsheet while the sun shines on Coors Field, Governor Jared Polis has your back.

With the Colorado Rockies’ home opener officially upon us, the governor has issued a formal “excused absence” letter to help you escape the office or the classroom. The document, which is conveniently signed by the Governor himself, features a blank line for your name and serves as a tongue-in-cheek hall pass for the afternoon.

“I’m not saying your boss won’t raise an eyebrow when you hand this over,” said one KYGO listener, “but you have to appreciate the effort.”

Whether your “official business” involves a bratwurst in one hand and a cold drink in the other, or simply needing a mental health day in the bleachers, Polis is leaning into the Rockies’ tradition.

We aren’t promising it will save your job, but it’s definitely a creative way to prioritize the bottom of the first over the bottom line. You can find the printable note on the Governor’s official social media channels.

Go Rockies!