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Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 14

Lessons in organic chemistry: Meet Rockies performance dietitian Sam Hawkins

Whether it’s the physical demands on the body of playing at altitude or the grind of adjusting back and forth from a mile high to sea level, attracting talent to join the Colorado Rockies has always been a challenge.

Hunter Goodman News / Field Level Media / August 13

Hunter Goodman, Rockies face Giants hoping to escape NL West cellar

One of the most powerful catchers in the game today will get an opportunity to strut his stuff in front of one of the greats of the past when the Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants meet in a three-game series starting Friday night in Northern California.

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Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 13

Francis Rivera is pitching his way through the Rockies minor league system

Author’s note: Earlier this season, Purple Row began a series exploring how Spanish-speaking players learn about English and American culture while working their way through the Colorado Rockies system.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Edouard Julien News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13

Rockies Outright Edouard Julien

The Rockies announced that infielder Edouard Julien has cleared waivers and been sent outright to Triple-A Albuquerque. He had been designated for assignments earlier this week when Colorado recalled outfielder Zac Veen.

Zac Veen News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 13

Zac Veen Homers in Debut as Rockies Take Series From D-Backs

After two consecutive series losses, the Rockies bounced back in a big way, taking two games from the Diamondbacks in a midweek series. The D-Backs, who

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 13

Colorado Rockies prospect rankings, mid-season 2026: Numbers 35 to 31

It’s time to reveal the five players who made it the closest to the mid-season 2026 top 30 Purple Row Prospects (PuRPs) list — the Honorable Mention PuRPs — as voted on by the Purple Row community recently.

Roc Riggio News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 13

How Roc Riggio’s Promotion Impacts Rockies Middle Infield Talent Pipeline

For Roc Riggio, Wednesday was a reward. The Colorado Rockies promoted him from Double-A Hartford to Triple-A Albuquerque, putting him one step away from achieving every player's dream — an opportunity to play Major League Baseball.

Zac Veen News / Just Baseball / August 13

Zac Veen’s Big League Promotion Was Overdue

The road to the big leagues was not always easy for former top-10 draft pick Zac Veen. The Colorado Rockies’ No. 7 prospect may finally be getting his chance to establish himself as a major league player.

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 / Purple Row / August 13

Reasons to watch the end of another Rockies losing season

The novelty of a new season and a new front office has long since worn off. The most consequential opportunities for the team to build its future roster have come and gone with the draft and trade deadline.

Kyle Karros News / Field Level Media / August 12

Rockies place INF Kyle Karros on concussion list

The Colorado Rockies placed infielder Kyle Karros on the seven-day concussion list Wednesday, one day after he was injured during a 3-2 victory over the host Arizona Diamondbacks.

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Jared Thomas News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 12

Rockies' Fourth-Rated Prospect Making Rapid Recovery After Injury

It's starting to look like there's nothing that will stop Colorado Rockies prospect Jared Thomas. The talented outfielder with the sweet lefthanded swing was originally ruled out for the remainder of the year with a right hamate injury.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 12

Kyle Karros' game-tying homer helps Rockies edge Diamondbacks

Kyle Karros hit a game-tying homer before leaving with an injury, Tomoyuki Sugano pitched six strong innings, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2 on Tuesday in Phoenix to even the three-game series.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11

Rockies To Designate Edouard Julien For Assignment, Recall Zac Veen

The Rockies are set to designate infielder Edouard Julien for assignment and recall outfielder Zac Veen from Triple-A Albuquerque, reports Kyle Newman of the Denver Post.

Jake McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / August 10

Rockies' Jake McCarthy Wins Weekly Award Amid Breakout Season

Although the Colorado Rockies are still at the bottom of the standings, they are still providing some optimism for the future thanks to a productive group of position players.

Colorado Rockies News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Rockies' Warren Schaeffer Reacts to Mickey Moniak Extension

Despite trade speculation surrounding him, the Colorado Rockies have doubled down on outfielder Mickey Moniak. The 28-year-old officially signed a two-year, $16.25 million contract extension on Tuesday.

Freddy Peralta News / Yardbarker / August 4

Freddy Peralta's struggles continue in horrendous Rays debut

Peralta made his Rays debut on Tuesday against the Colorado Rockies, and his performance fell right in line with the entire season.

Rockies sign resurgent outfielder to two-year extension

Rays get their catcher in Liam Hicks

Rays bolster rotation by adding Tyler Wells from Orioles

White Sox acquire defensive wiz in Brenton Doyle

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Mickey Moniak News / Yardbarker / August 4

Rockies sign resurgent outfielder to two-year extension

Outfielder Mickey Moniak had been heavily featured in trade rumors ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline. Instead, he will be a part of the Colorado Rockies core as they look to return to relevance.

New Colorado Rockies front office acquires six players on first trade deadline day

Brewers add to bullpen with trade for Rockies' Antonio Senzatela

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Colorado Rockies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Rockies’ biggest mistake after 2026 MLB trade deadline

The Colorado Rockies entered the trade deadline buried in last place in the National League West with a 45-68 record, yet the front office chose to hold onto its most valuable trade chip, catcher Hunter Goodman.

Nick Frasso News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Rockies Promote Nick Frasso To Active Roster

The Rockies have called up right-hander Nick Frasso from Triple-A to fill one of the roster holes created by the team’s three deadline day trades. Frasso will be making his Major League debut whenever he appears in a game.

Antonio Senzatela News / Yardbarker / August 3

Brewers add to bullpen with trade for Rockies' Antonio Senzatela

Just ahead of the 6:00 p.m. deadline Monday, the Milwaukee Brewers struck a deal with the Colorado Rockies for a right-handed reliever who has rejuvenated his career this season.

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire Dustin May and JoJo Romero from Cardinals

Tarik Skubal will become Brewers' biggest regret

Report details how Dodgers landed Tarik Skubal in blockbuster trade over Rays, Brewers

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

White Sox add catching depth with acquisition of Joey Bart

The Atlanta Braves acquired Joey Bart just over a month ago when Sean Murphy went down with an injury. Now, with Murphy healthy and ready to return, Bart has been traded for the second time this season and goes from one first-place team to another.

White Sox acquire defensive wiz in Brenton Doyle

White Sox acquire bullpen help from Mets

Cubs make another rotation addition with trade for Braxton Garrett

Orioles trade three-time All-Star Adley Rutschman to AL East rival

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Brenton Doyle News / Yardbarker / August 3

White Sox acquire defensive wiz in Brenton Doyle

Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz has already been busy ahead of Monday's 6 PM EST trade deadline, adding Luis Castillo in a trade with the

White Sox grab pitching help with trade for Mariners' Luis Castillo

White Sox acquire bullpen help from Mets

Colorado Rockies News / Just Baseball / August 1

Colorado’s plan for Cole Carrigg now that Brenton Doyle has returned

DENVER – It’s not often that the return of a two-time Gold Glove Award winner is viewed as being problematic. For a team like the Colorado Rockies, it’s the first good problem in a long time.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31

Paul Skenes isn't giving the Pirates what they need, and it is costing them

The Pittsburgh Pirates invented a new way to lose an important game on Friday, dropping a staggering 8-7 game to the Cincinnati Reds that extended their losing streak to four games. They are now 5-9 since the All-Star break.

Yankees reportedly place two pitchers on trade block

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