Video iPods Help Rockies Ready for Game

June 16, 2006 Apple Unveils the New Video iPod

Three hours before a start against Florida, Colorado Rockies pitcher Jason Jennings sits in front of his locker, puts on his headphones and stares at his video iPod. He isn't watching the latest Coldplay video or catching up on an episode of "Alias" as a way to relax before the game.

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