Colorado Rockies: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Kris Bryant News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19

Will Rockies’ Kris Bryant ever play in MLB again?

The Colorado Rockies face mounting uncertainty surrounding Kris Bryant and his long-term future in MLB. The organization placed Bryant on the Rockies’ 60-day injured list because of chronic lumbar degenerative disc disease, intensifying questions about whether he will return to the field.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 19

Rockies Newest Star Has Confidence in Team’s Direction for Future

Positivity and good energy are a must in every ballclub. The new utility veteran Willi Castro, who joined the Colorado Rockies last month, likes what he’s seeing from the team.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 19

Rockies Linked as Best Possible Fit for Intriguing Free Agent First Baseman

Spring training is underway for the Colorado Rockies under first-year manager Warren Schaeffer and new president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta.

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Seth Halvorsen News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 19

Why Seth Halvorsen's Spring Focus Matters More Than His Results

In a perfect world, the Colorado Rockies would have the comeback season of a lifetime this year. But in truth, it would take a miracle for that to happen so quickly.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Charlie Condon News / Purple Row / February 19

Charlie Condon welcomes the “challenge” of his first big league camp

Scottsdale, Ariz. – The Colorado Rockies invited 20 non-roster players to join Major League camp this year. Chief among them is their 2025 No. 2 prospect Charlie Condon (No.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 18

Grading The Colorado Rockies Potential Starting Rotation For 2026

Pitching in Coors Field is already an inherent challenge for any baseball player no matter the skill or repertoire. High altitude and thin air decreases pitch movement leading to more baseballs hit in the air, traveling farther than any other stadium.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 18

Rockies Are Telling Us Plenty About Their Pitching Plans Without Saying It

The Colorado Rockies struggled mightily throughout their 2025 campaign, and much of that can be attributed to their disastrous pitching staff. It's unlikely

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 18

Rockies Final Offseason Grade Revealed Ahead of Spring Training Opener

After a season where the Colorado Rockies were the laughing stock of Major League Baseball, the front office went to work to ensure the state of the franchise is on the up and up again, rather than taking two steps back.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / February 18

Introducing the 2026 Prospect Non-Roster Invitees: Pitchers

Although it may be hard to tell with the unseasonably warm weather this winter in the Mile High City, spring is in the air and on the horizon. Pitchers and catchers reported to the Rockies’ complex in Scottsdale, Arizona last week, with position players reporting yesterday.

MLB News / Just Baseball / February 18

Three Rockies Relievers the Blue Jays Should Target

A Colorado Rockies hype piece? In this economy? Believe it or not, that’s exactly where this is going. Fresh off a 2025 season where they finished 43-119 with a convoluted -424 run differential, you’d be forgiven if you thought there wasn’t a single redeeming quality about the 2025 Rockies.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

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Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

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Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 18

Why Rockies' Fierce Infield Competition Could Rage on Until Opening Day

The Colorado Rockies haven't been aggressive this offseason, and in fact, they've been rather quiet. Considering how brutal their 2025 campaign was, fans were hoping to see more movement.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / February 18

Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 7, JB Middleton

Middleton became the highest-ever drafted pitcher for Southern Mississippi when the Rockies took him 45th overall in the 2025 draft (Middleton was 41st in MLB Pipeline’s draft rankings), signing the now 22-year-old right-hander to a $2.072 million bonus that was $100k under slot.

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Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / February 18

2026 spring training storylines for position players

Last week, we explored some storylines concerning pitchers and catchers in spring training for the Colorado Rockies. Now that full-squad workouts have officially begun and games are right around the corner, we can turn to the position player group.

Kris Bryant News / Larry Brown Sports / February 18

Rockies share a troubling update on Kris Bryant

The Colorado Rockies may be getting more of the same (read: nothing) out of Kris Bryant this season. Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer spoke with reporters on Tuesday ahead of the start of Spring Training.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 17

What We're Actually Learning About Rockies Pitching Staff So Far

The Colorado Rockies are working under new pitching coach Alon Leichman, who was hired in early December. With Leichman on board and Paul DePodesta now serving as the ballclub's president of baseball operations, the franchise has a new face.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 17

Rockies Rising Outfield Star Primed for Potential Breakout 2026 Season

After undergoing huge changes over the offseason, there is a different vibe around the Colorado Rockies as spring training begins for the 2026 season, according to Kyle Freeland.

Colorado Rockies News / Yardbarker / February 17

Rockies stuck in no-win situation with Kris Bryant

All the Rockies can do is wait for Bryant to make another decision on his future.

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Twins get nasty injury news about right-hander Pablo Lopez

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MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15

Padres' Manny Machado praises team's Saturday signings

GM A.J. Preller was busy dishing out contracts, signing veterans Nick Castellanos, Griffin Canning and German Marquez to one-year contracts to deepen the roster.

Machado doesn't hold back on feelings about Dodgers

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