Colorado Rockies: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Rockies To Designate Yanquiel Fernandez For Assignment

The Rockies are designating former top outfield prospect Yanquiel Fernandez for assignment, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com. Between the Fernandez DFA and this morning’s trade of right-handed reliever Angel Chivilli to the Yankees (in exchange for non-roster first baseman T.J.

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Angel Chivilli News / Field Level Media / January 28

Yankees acquire RHP Angel Chivilli from Rockies

The New York Yankees acquired reliever Angel Chivilli from the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday for outfield prospect T.J. Rumfield. Chivilli, 23, was 1-5 with a 7.06 ERA in 43 appearances out of the Colorado bullpen in 2025.

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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.

Jared Thomas News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 28

Three Reasons Rockies Prospect Jared Thomas Could Make Majors in 2026

The Colorado Rockies have several prospects that could hit the Majors sometime in 2026. Some are well known to everyone. Outfielder and first baseman Charlie Condon, the Rockies’ 2024 first-round pick, reached Double-A Hartford last year and could start this season at Triple-A Albuquerque.

Yujanyer Herrera News / Purple Row / January 28

Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 22, Yujanyer Herrera

Herrera turned 22 a few months ago, but he has been a professional for over six years, having been signed in August 2019 out of Venezuela by the Brewers for only a $10k bonus.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / January 28

The Rockies need more big league ready catching depth

As the Colorado Rockies prepare for spring training in a few weeks, there are still plenty of questions across the board for most positions. When it comes to the starting catcher, however, we know Hunter Goodman is going to be geared up behind the dish come Opening Day and deservedly so.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 27

Rockies Have Multiple Options for Left-Handed Thump in Lineup

Slowly but surely, new president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta has been adding to the Colorado Rockies roster for manager Warren Schaeffer. He has traded for a relief pitcher, signed Michael Lorenzen as a starter and added two more players.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 27

Four Way-Too-Early Bold Predictions for Rockies Upcoming 2026 Campaign

The Colorado Rockies have two choices this year: accept defeat or win some games. Easier said than done, but it's where the ballclub is at after their disastrous 2025 season.

Colorado 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.

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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 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.

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Jake McCarthy News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 26

Jake McCarthy Describes New Rockies Organization in One Powerful Word

Jake McCarthy knows a lot about the Colorado Rockies. Or at least the former Colorado Rockies. McCarthy, an outfielder, was drafted in the first round of the 2018 MLB Draft by the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / January 26

Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 24, Wilder Dalis

The 19-year-old Venezuelan switch-hitting third baseman and shortstop was signed as an older 16-year-old in May 2023 (most of the highly touted prospects sign in January) to a small enough bonus that it wasn’t reported, indicating that Dalis wasn’t highly sought after as a prospect.

Todd Helton News / Purple Row / January 26

Rockies set to unveil Larry Walker and Todd Helton statues

For years, many folks have clamored for the Colorado Rockies to honor their history. Many teams around the league have some sort of “Hall of Fame” honoring great achievements in franchise history.

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.

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.

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.

Kris Bryant News / Larry Brown Sports / January 17