Colorado Rockies: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Zac Veen News / Purple Row / September 9

Assessing Zac Veen’s second big-league stint so far

It has been nearly a month since Zac Veen was recalled for his second big-league stint with the Colorado Rockies. After a phenomenal season in Triple-A Albuquerque, Veen was finally handed the opportunity to see if his offseason personal changes and in-game adjustments were legitimate enough to help the Rockies.

MLB News / Purple Row / September 8

Rockies out-homer Yankees 2-1 but get out-scored 5-3

It was a pitchers’ duel in the Bronx, just as we all predicted. Gabriel Hughes went toe-to-toe with AL Cy Young candidate Cam Schlittler, but the Yankees offense was able to get the Rockies bullpen just enough to put them over the top.

Hunter Goodman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 8

Rockies' Hunter Goodman has the stupidest blunder of the season

Hunter Goodman was somewhere on Jupiter during Tuesday’s game. The Colorado Rockies catcher Goodman committed the absolute stupidest blunder of the year against the New York Yankees on Tuesday.

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Throughout MLB history, 34 players have won the AL or NL MVP Awards more than once. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 8

4 Rockies Hitters Have Begun September on a Tear

As another disappointing Colorado Rockies season winds down, it's clear that a major off-season focus for team president Paul DePodesta and GM Josh Byrnes will be on the pitching side.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 8

Colorado Rockies Announce Probable Starters for Yankees Series

Not long ago, it looked as if the Colorado Rockies would avoid a fourth straight 100-loss season, but a recent 3-7 stretch in their last 10 games changed that.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / September 8

How the Colorado Rockies are using technology to manage pitcher workload

This has been a year of rebuilding for the Colorado Rockies. Understandably, the tendency is to focus on personnel, but don’t overlook the technology rebuild that’s happening as well.

Kyle Karros News / Field Level Media / September 7

Rockies activate 3B Kyle Karros after 2nd concussion IL stint

The Colorado Rockies activated third baseman Kyle Karros from his second stint on the 10-day concussion injured list on Monday, ahead of Tuesday's road series opener at the New York Yankees.

T.J. Rumfield News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 7

Rockies' TJ Rumfield Is Being Overlooked in NL Rookie of the Year Race

No award will be needed to validate the special season TJ Rumfield has had with the Colorado Rockies. His performances speak for themselves. The conversations are starting to heat up around the National League Rookie of the Year, and Rumfield should be getting more attention.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / September 7

Fred Ocasio lays the foundation for future Rockies players

Most fans don’t recognize his name, but Fred Ocasio has been a mainstay with the Colorado Rockies since 1998, working entirely in the lower minors. His résumé is extensive.

Colorado Rockies News / EasySportz / September 6

Rockies Become First MLB Team Eliminated From Playoff Contention

The Colorado Rockies’ 2026 season has officially come to an end — at least when it comes to the postseason. The Rockies have become the first team in Major League Baseball eliminated from playoff contention, bringing another difficult season in Denver to a close.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Colorado Rockies News / TWSN / September 6

Colorado Rockies Becoming MLB’s First Eliminated Team Is Deceptively Encouraging

The Colorado Rockies have officially become the first MLB team eliminated from postseason contention. The elimination came after Colorado lost 10-8 to the St.

MLB News / Purple Row / September 6

Rockies score early and late, get stymied by Cooper Hjerpe in the middle, and lose to Cardinals 10-8

The Rockies scored early and late, but ran into a buzzsaw of Cooper Hjerpe making his MLB debut in the middle. Kyle Leahy was chased after 2.2 innings, but it didn’t matter.

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Colorado Rockies News / Larry Brown Sports / September 6

Doug Eddings tried to blame Rockies player for tilted hat controversy

Umpire Doug Eddings seemingly tried to blame a Colorado Rockies player for sparking a controversy over St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Hancel Rincon’s hat.

Hunter Goodman News / Field Level Media / September 6

Rockies C Hunter Goodman denies complaining about tilted cap

Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman denied complaining about the bill of the cap of St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Hancel Rincon during Friday's game in Denver.

Hunter Goodman News / Yardbarker / September 6

Cardinals' hat drama with umpire takes new surprising turn

One day later, the drama surrounding the St. Louis Cardinals and umpire Doug Eddings didn't cool down at Coors Field.

Umpire Doug Eddings went on a ridiculous power trip in Friday’s game

Cardinals respond to umpire’s bizarre reaction

Tyler Freeman News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5

Rockies Outright Tyler Freeman

The Rockies have officially announced Willi Castro’s placement on the 10-day IL and Vimael Machin’s contract selection, which were both reported earlier

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5

Rockies Select Vimael Machin, Place Willi Castro On 10-Day Injured List

5:20PM: Machin’s contract selection has been officially announced, and Castro was placed on the 10-day IL (retroactive to September 2) due to what the team termed as left heel inflammation. To create a 40-man roster spot, Tyler Freeman was outrighted to Triple-A (more on this transaction here).

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 5

Doug Eddings shows he is everything that is wrong with MLB's power-hungry umpires

Home plate umpire Doug Eddings did the one thing nobody wants to see in professional sports on Friday night in the St. Louis Cardinals-Colorado Rockies game.

Umpire Doug Eddings went on a ridiculous power trip in Friday’s game

Tensions simmering ahead of Orioles' rematch with Red Sox

Pirates' Luke Weaver reveals bizarre issue that may be limiting his performance

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / New Baseball Media / September 2

2026 MLB Draft Review: Cincinnati Reds

Thanks to two second-round picks, the Reds had more money to play with and the opportunity to add some premium talent in the 2026 MLB Draft. Cincinnati’s haul included three impressive middle infielders, plus pitchers with upside.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 31

New White Sox OF Tommy Pham has been an exceptional postseason player

Pham, whom the Chicago White Sox acquired from the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, has been exceptional in the postseason throughout his career.

White Sox acquire outfielder Tommy Pham from Phillies

Astros, White Sox open 4-game series between division leaders

On deck: Cubs, White Sox open big series, plus Yankees-Padres

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Colorado Rockies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 31

Rockies player benched for flipping off opposing fans

A Colorado Rockies player will be sitting on the bench for a few days after losing his cool toward opposing fans. Rockies outfielder Cole Carrigg was caught on camera flipping off Atlanta Braves fans during Saturday’s 2-1 loss at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga.

Ryan Feltner News / Athlon Sports / August 30

Why Ryan Feltner Was Scratched Ahead of Saturday's Start

Just hours before the Colorado Rockies‘ game on Saturday against the Atlanta Braves, scheduled starter Ryan Feltner was scratched, while Zach Agnos was named the new starter.

Michael Lorenzen News / Yardbarker / August 27

Blue Jays get much-needed insurance with low-risk Michael Lorenzen signing

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed veteran pitcher Michael Lorenzen to a one-year deal.

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Colorado Rockies News / New Baseball Media / August 25

2026 MLB Draft Review: Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies went college-heavy in the 2026 MLB Draft, although that strategy partially allowed the club to grab and sign two notable high schoolers.

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker / August 18

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani continues incredible run at Coors Field with two-HR game

After a rough few weeks, the Los Angeles Dodgers were looking for a jolt to kick off a short road trip. Shohei Ohtani gave them not just one, but two at Coors Field on Monday night.

Dave Roberts sets condition where he would be 'disappointed' in Dodgers

Fans boo Dodgers' Kyle Tucker amid defensive mishap, offensive struggles

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches 30-30 club with walk-off HR

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