Colorado Rockies: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Rockies Hit Job Boards Hunting for New Albuquerque Pitching Coach

For those that have always wanted to show Major League teams they’re a better coach than who they hire, you missed your chance. Last week the Colorado Rockies posted to recruiting2ultipro.com a new job position — Triple-A pitching coach for their affiliate in Albuquerque.

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The Quiz of the Day

Which additional free agent starter might the Rockies sign?

Let’s use tonight’s Purple Row After Dark to build on a conversation started this morning in Skyler Timmins’ Rockpile about the Colorado Rockies needing more length from their starting rotation.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 12

MLB Writer’s 2026 Prediction for Rockies Is Just What You’d Expect

To say that Paul DePodesta and Josh Byrnes have a long job in front of them in terms of turning around the Colorado Rockies would be an understatement.

Josh Grosz News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 12

How Rockies Trading Josh Grosz Impacts Rise of Star Prospect Roldy Brito

It was not a trade heard around the world, but it certainly had an impact on the Colorado Rockies in several areas. Colorado traded right-handed pitcher Josh Grosz to the Arizona Diamondbacks for center fielder Jake McCarthy.

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The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

The 'Home run leaders by MLB franchise' quiz

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

Michael Lorenzen News / Purple Row / January 12

What Michael Lorenzen could mean for the Rockies

Last Wednesday evening it was reported that the Colorado Rockies had made their first free agent Major League deal of the off-season. While the move is not yet official, the Rockies are said to be bringing in veteran right-handed pitcher Michael Lorenzen on a one-year, $8 million deal.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 11

Former Mid-Round Draft Picks Emerges as Rockies’ Homegrown Leader

The Colorado Rockies seem to be trending in the right direction after a horrific 2025 campaign. Adding several players to the pitching side of things, such as starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen and reliever Keegan Thompson, to name a few.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 11

Rockies Face Strong May Schedule with Matchups Against NL Rivals

The month of May is exciting in Baseball. The weather gets warmer, Mother's Day weekend, Memorial Day weekend. As for the Colorado Rockies, they have serious competition in May. Colorado will kick off the month of May with a three-game home series against the Atlanta Braves.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 10

Rockies Young Star Listed as Organization's Top Homegrown Player Entering 2026

When Paul DePodesta was hired as the new president of baseball operations by the Colorado Rockies, he knew that he had a long rebuild in front of him. It's going to take years for him to get the organization where he wants it to be and be relevant in MLB again.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 10

Reds Sign Michael Toglia To Minor League Deal

The Reds have added first baseman Michael Toglia on a minor league deal, according to his MLB transactions log. The 27-year-old was non-tendered by the Rockies in late November.

Kyle Freeland News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 10

Why Kyle Freeland Is Poised for a Bounce Back Season With the Rockies in 2026

When it comes to notable Colorado Rockies that several fans of different teams around the league should know, starting pitcher Kyle Freeland easily makes that list.

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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 10

Colorado Rockies Acquire Outfielder in Division Trade With Diamondbacks

The Colorado Rockies continue to make moves to their roster this offseason following a 43-119 season of embarrassment. The Rockies announced today that they have acquired outfielder Jake McCarthy from their NL West division rival Arizona Diamondbacks, in exchange for RHP Josh Grosz.

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The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoff rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz

Michael Lorenzen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 10

Rockies rumors: Michael Lorenzen hitting with Colorado isn’t out of the question

Earlier this week, the Colorado Rockets signed pitcher Michael Lorenzen to a one-year, $8 million contract. However, he is expected not just to be confined to the mound.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / January 10

This Week in Purple: One Month Out

The weekend is a great time to kick back and reflect. This Week in Purple is the place to catch up on the news from our team at Purple Row. You’ll find links to Rockpiles and other content below as well as a platform for community discussion in the comments.

Jack Mahoney News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 10

Why Jack Mahoney is Rockies Pitching Prospect Worth Watching in 2026

Some prospects don't stick out when you first look at their numbers. It's important that Colorado Rockies leadership remembers that when evaluating Jack Mahoney.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 9

Top 3 Highest Paid Colorado Rockies Right Fielders of All Time

We are still 11 weeks away from the start of the 2026 MLB season, so it stands to reason that the Colorado Rockies still aren't entirely set when it comes to their Opening Day right fielder.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 9

Six Colorado Rockies Players Avoid Arbitration After New Agreements

Following 2025's campaign, the Colorado Rockies can only improve from here. Right? The Rockies have the tallest mountain to climb in Major League Baseball to get back to being competitive, but for that to happen, their current players need to step up.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 8

Rockies Stuck at Woeful Standstill in Latest Midwinter Power Rankings

The Colorado Rockies have been the laughingstock of Major League Baseball in recent years, and their poor performance in 2025 did nothing to help cease the ridicule.

Michael Lorenzen News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 8

3 Reasons Michael Lorenzen Signing Could Pay Off Big for Rockies

The Colorado Rockies went out to add another piece to their pitching staff this offseason following a 2025 campaign in which they had the worst pitching in all of MLB.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / January 8

Colorado Rockies 2026 arbitration tracker

Today is the deadline for MLB teams to come to agreements with their arbitration-eligible players before a hearing might be scheduled. Throughout the day, numerous players will come to agreements with clubs on their salaries for 2026.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 8

Rockies make smart decision by signing veteran Michael Lorenzen

The Rockies made a savvy addition.

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

Michael Lorenzen News / Larry Brown Sports / January 7

Former All-Star pitcher surprisingly decides to sign with the Rockies

The Colorado Rockies have surprisingly managed to land a (somewhat) big name. Free agent right-hander Michael Lorenzen has decided to sign with the Rockies in free agency, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported on Wednesday.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 6

Rockies Interested In Veteran Rotation Additions

The Rockies are looking for a few veterans to eat innings in their rotation, general manager Josh Byrnes tells Thomas Harding of MLB.com. “We’ve played out scenarios where we would attempt to bring in two guys who can stabilize that area — who can not only pitch well but know how to give us some bulk innings, which any team needs,” Byrnes said.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 4