SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Bud Black, the only manager in Rockies history to lead the club to back-back playoff appearances, will be at the helm four more seasons.

Black signed a three-year contract extension Monday that takes him through the 2022 season. General manager Jeff Bridich made the announcement from the Rockies’ spring training complex at Salt River Fields.

“It’s a well-earned and exciting extension,” Bridich said. “The team has done well, and even more than that, Buddy has seamlessly become part of our leadership fabric. Our organization as a whole is better for it.”

Black, 61, was a National League manager of the year finalist in 2017 and 2018 when he led Colorado to wild-card berths in each season. Last season, Black led the Rockies to a 91-72 record, the second-most wins in franchise history, and to their first division series appearance since 2009. After defeating the Cubs in the wild-card playoff game, Colorado was swept by Milwaukee in three games in the division series.

Black believes the Rockies’ future is bright.

“I feel like where we are as a team — and where we can get to — ultimately is what this is all about,” Black said. “I’m grateful for the trust that Jeff places in me to do this job.”

A major reason why the Rockies hired Black in November 2016 was his expertise with pitchers. Black, who pitched parts of 15 seasons in the majors, was a pitching coach for the Angels from 2000-06.

“I am so happy for us and for him,” said right-handed starter Antonio Senzatela, 24, who’s one of the young pitchers Black is trying to mold. “He’s a really good manager and a good person. He’s taught us a lot. He’s helped me a lot with his experience.”

Last season, Rockies starters finished 59-43 with 883 strikeouts, tied for the sixth-most in the NL. They posted a 4.17 ERA, which was the second-lowest in franchise history. And they had 84 quality starts, the third-most in franchise history.

Bridich also noted that Black’s overall experience, as well as his ability to guide a young team through a long season, was a major reason why he wanted to extend Black’s contract.

“There is a consistent kind of calmness,” he said. “When things don’t go your way, there is a lack of panic. He does a good job of leaning on experience and it’s not all about Buddy. He leans on the people around him and he leans on the folks that are empowered to do their jobs, and that includes players.”

Added outfielder David Dahl: “I think it’s awesome. He’s going to be here for a long time and I hope to be here for a long time, so I’m excited. He’s very calm and confident with his players. He lets you know how good you can be and then lets you go out and play.”

In his first two seasons as manager, Black has gone 178-147 (.548), the best winning percentage among Rockies managers in franchise history. He saw great potential in Colorado when first signed on with the organization.

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