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On YouTubeColorado Rockies News / Just Baseball / January 27
Rockies Fest 2026 Brings Optimism to Fans About Club’s Future
DENVER, Colo. – The freezing temperatures could not keep away 5,000 rabid fans of the Colorado Rockies from showing up to Coors Field on Saturday for Rockies Fest 2026.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 27
Ranking Rockies Most Notable Acquisitions Heading Into 2026 Campaign
The Colorado Rockies have been quiet this offseason, making moves behind the curtains. There haven't been any groundbreaking trades and free agent signings with the Rockies, but that's to be expected.
RJ Petit News / Purple Row / January 27
Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 23, RJ Petit 
RJ Petit is a tough guy to miss. Colorado’s pick in the 2025 Rule 5 draft from the Detroit Tigers organization is a 6’8”, 300-pound titan of a right-handed relief pitcher.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Warren Schaeffer News / Purple Row / January 27
Warren Schaeffer looks to 2026: “It’s an exciting time right now”
Warren Schaeffer is, by any standard, an energetic and positive person. He also tends to keep busy, though that has been especially true since becoming the Colorado Rockies permanent manager as he participated in hiring new staff, communicated with players and a new front office, and began planning spring training.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 26
Latest Rockies Potential Breakout Prospect Brings Maturing Pitch Mix
The Colorado Rockies are emphasizing player development like never before. There are plenty of prospects worth watching. But it can’t be all about top two prospects Ethan Holliday and Charlie Condon.
Todd Helton News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 25
Ranking Rockies Legend Todd Helton’s Top 5 Career Moments
Colorado Rockies legend Todd Helton will have his statue unveiled on Sept. 19 before the game against the Seattle Mariners. The former first baseman played his entire 17-year career with the Rockies.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 25
Rockies Ace Praises New Pitching Coaching Staff as ‘Breath of Fresh Air’
The Colorado Rockies were awful in 2025. There are many ways of looking at it, but one number sticks out above the others. That number was 6.65. That was the ERA for the starting rotation in 2025.
Hunter Goodman News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 25
Rockies Star Hunter Goodman Explains Fire Behind Motivation for 2026 Season
There weren't many positives to the dreadful season the Colorado Rockies had in 2025. Their pitching staff struggled, they couldn't build any momentum, and their front office was, well, rocky.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 24
Rockies to Unveil Statues of Two Franchise Legends During 2026 Season
Rockies Fest was a great chance for Colorado Rockies fans to meet their favorite players, coaches and franchise legends. It’s also a great time for the Rockies to make big announcements and they made a huge one on Saturday.
Todd Helton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 24
Rockies Hall of Famers Larry Walker, Todd Helton getting statues at Coors Field
The Colorado Rockies will commemorate two of the most influential players in franchise history during the 2026 season with permanent statues outside Coors Field.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 24
Rockies Future Success Hinges on Development of Two Future Stars
Turning the Colorado Rockies around is going to depend on a lot of things. One is prospects fulfilling their promise. President of baseball operations Paul DePodesta and general manager Josh Byrnes have been hired to turn the franchise around after three straight 100-loss seasons.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 24
Three Pitchers Who Could Be Rockies X-Factors Entering 2026 Season
The Colorado Rockies have faced an overwhelming amount of criticism over the years, but their inconsistent pitching staff, in particular, has taken the brunt of the flak.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 23
Rockies Pitching Staff Primary Cause for Placement in Latest Power Rankings
Spring training is just under one month away, and alongside every other franchise across the nation, the Colorado Rockies are now entering crunch time.
Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 23
Rockies Sign Ryan Miller To Minor League Deal
The Rockies have signed right-hander Ryan Miller to a minor league deal, reports Matt Eddy of Baseball America. The righty will presumably receive an invite to big league camp in spring training.
Willi Castro News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 23
Free Agent Utility Man and Rockies Officially Finalize $12.8 Million Deal
Infielder and outfielder Willi Castro and the Colorado Rockies agree to a two-year, $12.8 million contract. The deal got finalized on Thursday, January 22.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 23
Struggling Rockies Star Named Most Overpaid Left Fielder in Major Leagues
The Colorado Rockies had many factors contributing to their painful 2025 campaign. Their notably bad start set the tone for what would quickly become a historic year, in all the wrong ways.
Garrett Acton News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 23
Rockies Designate Garrett Acton For Assignment
The Rockies announced they’ve designated reliever Garrett Acton for assignment. That opens a 40-man roster spot for Willi Castro, who has officially signed the two-year deal to which he agreed a week ago.
Bradley Blalock News / Field Level Media / January 20
Marlins acquire RHP Bradley Blalock from Rockies
The Miami Marlins acquired right-hander Bradley Blalock from the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday in exchange for minor league pitcher Jake Brooks. Blalock was designated for assignment to make room on the roster for righty Michael Lorenzen, who agreed to a one-year, $8 million contract with the Rockies last week.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 18
2025 MLB Farm Review: Colorado Rockies
It’s a new era in Colorado, as the Rockies’ front office received a major overhaul after the team finished with the worst record in 2025. That new group will have major assets to work with, including two big power-hitting first-round picks, plus some intriguing arms in the system.
Kris Bryant News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17
Rockies deny pulling a petty move on Kris Bryant
The Colorado Rockies are addressing an unflattering claim this week about their relationship with Kris Bryant. The Chicago Cubs held their annual “Cubs Convention” over the weekend, a three-day fan festival celebrating all things Cubs.
Michael Lorenzen News / Field Level Media / January 15
Rockies sign veteran RHP Michael Lorenzen
The Colorado Rockies signed well-traveled right-hander Michael Lorenzen to a one-year contract on Thursday that includes a club option for 2027. Lorenzen, who turned 34 on Jan.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 15
Rockies quietly make another shrewd addition
These types of moves improve the talent level at the major league level and should make the Rockies more competitive.
Bradley Blalock News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 15
Rockies Designate Bradley Blalock For Assignment
The Rockies announced Thursday that right-hander Bradley Blalock has been designated for assignment. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to newly signed righty Michael Lorenzen, whose previously reported one-year contract (with a 2027 club option) is now official.
Michael Lorenzen News / Yardbarker / January 8
Rockies make smart decision by signing veteran Michael Lorenzen
The Rockies made a savvy addition.
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