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Colorado Rockies Add Bullpen Depth with Claim from the Seattle Mariners

Thus far this season, the Colorado Rockies' pitching staff sits 20th in Major League Baseball in ERA, which is an improvement from how the crew played as a whole last season.

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Rockies add depth by claiming Mariners pitcher off waivers

As the Colorado Rockies try to work their way back towards contention, or at least a winning record, they’re willing to turn over any rock for potential talent.

Luis Peralta News / Purple Row / April 21

Colorado Rockies claim Blas Castaño, DFA Luis Peralta

The Colorado Rockies announced this morning that they have claimed RHP Blas Castaño from the Seattle Mariners. In a corresponding roster move, they have DFA’d LHP Luis Peralta.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21

Rockies Claim Blas Castaño, Designate Luis Peralta For Assignment

The Rockies have claimed right-handed Blas Castaño off waivers from the Mariners, according to announcements from both clubs. The righty had been designated for assignment by the Mariners a week ago.

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Brody Brecht News / Purple Row / April 21

Brody Brecht is gaining confidence in 2026

RHP Brody Brecht (No. 3 PuRP) was drafted 38th overall by the Colorado Rockies in the Competitive Balance A round of the 2024 MLB Draft. He made his professional debut with the ACL Rockies in 2025, where he pitched just four games before being promoted to Low-A Fresno.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 21

Rockies Now Have 3 Top 100 Prospects After Roldy Brito Rise

The Colorado Rockies look different. Not just at the Major League level, but across the board. The front office, coaching, farm system, pitching squad, statistics — everything is taking a new shape.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / April 21

Some Colorado Rockies notes from Coors Field

I spent the weekend covering the Colorado Rockies from Coors Field. Generally, I come away from events like these with ideas for stories or player profiles, but I wanted to do something a bit different this time.

MLB News / Purple Row / April 20

Dodgers 12, Rockies 3: The Tragedy of Errors

Three fielding errors, a balk and a wild pitch by the Rockies — along with a shutdown performance from L.A.‘s reliever-turned-starter Justin Wrobleski — helped the Dodgers (16-6) defeat Colorado on Monday night and settle for a series split.

Troy Johnston News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 20

Rockies’ Secret Ingredient Fueled Two Wins Over Dodgers

It doesn't matter if you throw him at first base or right field; Troy Johnston got the job done over the weekend for the Colorado Rockies. The Rockies' utility man broke his 2-for-17 rut this past weekend and was instrumental in Colorado's back-to-back wins over the Dodgers.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 20

How Rockies pitching coach Alon Leichman is changing pitching strategy in Colorado

The Colorado Rockies are doing something no other team in baseball is attempting, and early results are forcing the league to pay attention. In his first year with the Rockies, pitching coach Alon Leichman has introduced a system that moves pitch selection to the dugout.

Warren Schaeffer News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 20

Rockies’ Early Success Validates Warren Schaeffer Hire

After three weeks of the regular season, and just ten days away from April coming to a close, there are already concerns for managers on the verge of being in the hot seat. The Colorado Rockies are not even considering putting their manager, Warren Schaeffer, in that situation just yet.

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 20

Dodgers vs. Rockies Game 4: Preview & Starting Pitchers – April 20

Dodgers vs. Rockies Game 4 has the makings of a classic Coors Field shootout to close out this four-game set. Los Angeles rolls into Denver with a dominant 15-6 record, looking to flex their offensive muscles, while the Rockies are fighting to gain ground at home.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 20

Dodgers vs. Rockies Game 4: Predictions, Picks & Odds, April 20

Dodgers vs. Rockies: The Los Angeles Dodgers will conclude the four-game series on the road against the Colorado Rockies. Game 4 will get underway at Coors Field on Monday evening.

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Dalton Rushing News / Total Pro Sports / April 20

Colorado Rockies Responds To Dalton Rushing’s Comment With Bold Move

The Colorado Rockies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday night and owned the moment. Under the lights at Coors Field, Colorado brought swagger, noise, and a fresh edge that changed the series’ vibe.

MLB News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 20

Rockies Win Multiple Games in a Row vs. Dodgers for First Time in Four Years

Coming into the 2026 season, there were basically no expectations put on the Colorado Rockies. There was a huge overhaul in the offseason which led to the team trying its first big front office change in a while.

Colorado Rockies News / Just Baseball / April 20

The Colorado Rockies’ Early Feedback on the ABS Challenge System

DENVER, Colo. — It’s been nearly four weeks of Major League Baseball’s latest innovation and the early results have been nothing but positive for the national pastime.

Kyle Karros News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 19

Kyle Karros Keeps Hitting Homers for Rockies Against Dad’s Former Team

Kyle Karros has followed in his famous father’s footsteps in a couple of ways. Like his father, Eric Karros, he played his college baseball at UCLA. Like his father, he was drafted by a Major League team.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 19

Rockies use long ball to hand Dodgers first consecutive losses of '26

Mickey Moniak and Kyle Karros each homered among their two hits, and the Colorado Rockies came from behind to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 9-6 in Denver on Sunday.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 19

Rockies Report Through 21 Games: What's Working and What's Not

The Colorado Rockies are a better team than they were one year ago. Through 21 games, there has been noticeable progress in some areas, while still lagging in others.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / April 19

This Week in Purple: Take what you can

The Colorado Rockies finished their week on a high note: a much needed home victory against their dreaded National League West big brother in the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Troy Johnston News / Field Level Media / April 18

Troy Johnston's clutch double leads Rockies' comeback win over Dodgers

Troy Johnston hit a go-ahead two-run double in the sixth inning and the Colorado Rockies held on for a 4-3 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday night in Denver.

Chase Dollander News / Field Level Media / April 16

Chase Dollander's stellar relief work guides Rockies past Astros

Chase Dollander recorded a career-high nine strikeouts out of the bullpen while Hunter Goodman hit his third home run of the series as the visiting Colorado Rockies salvaged the finale of a three-game interleague set against the Houston Astros with a 3-2 win on Thursday.

Kyle Freeland News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 15

Rockies Place Kyle Freeland On IL

The Rockies announced today that left-hander Kyle Freeland has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 13th, due to left shoulder inflammation.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 8

Astros hit with bad news as two starters exit loss to Rockies

Injury-plagued Astros hit with more bad news as two starters exit loss to Rockies

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Jose Quintana News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 2

Rockies Place Jose Quintana On Injured List

The Rockies announced they’ve placed starter Jose Quintana on the 15-day injured list with a right hamstring strain. The move is retroactive to March 30, meaning he’ll be eligible to return on April 14.