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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.

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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.

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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The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

The 'Four-HR MLB games' quiz

The 'American League Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Most 7-strikeout World Series games' quiz

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.

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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.

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.

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.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / April 20

A behind-the-scenes look at the Rockies Cultural Education & Development Program

For most folks, the start of their career means the end of school. It doesn’t matter if you work in finance, healthcare, the arts or athletics. However, that is not the case for all athletes.

Dalton Rushing News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 20

Rockies breaks out new celebration after Dalton Rushing’s ‘fishy’ comments

The Colorado Rockies set the tone against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field on Saturday night. Soon after, a new Rockies celebration quickly became the story, but it did not come out of nowhere.

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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.

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.

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The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

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.

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.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 18

Rockies Must Make Change at Outfield Position Before It's Too Late

Right now, there is a glaring issue with the Colorado Rockies' roster, and it is surprisingly not regarding the pitching staff. It is the Rockies, so the

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 18

2 Rockies Prospects Who Could Change Everything in 2026

The Colorado Rockies are searching, but they aren’t finding too many answers right now. The rotation continues to struggle to find consistency. The offense lacks impact.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 18

Two Stars' Strikeouts Struggles Directly Coincide With Rockies Losses

Nobody is necessarily surprised that the Colorado Rockies have the fewest wins in baseball in 2026, but the record is so far from the actual truth this season that it is hard to fathom.

Tyler Freeman News / Purple Row / April 18

Tyler Freeman, versatility and the cost of never choosing his role

The Rockies love versatility. They collect it. They prioritize it. They build around it — players who can move, adjust, and fill gaps across the roster.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 17

Rockies’ Pitching Coach Unintentionally Could Be Starting A New Trend

Being prepared and communicating before a matchup can give one's team an edge over its opponent. The Colorado Rockies' pitching coach, Alon Leichman, tries to do everything in his power to keep his pitchers ready and to give them a plan for what to throw to a specific hitter.

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.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15

Rockies get 1 pitcher back from injury while losing another to IL

The Colorado Rockies made a notable adjustment to their pitching staff Wednesday, reinstating one starter while placing another on the injured list. The move reflects both opportunity and concern within a rotation still searching for consistency early in the season.

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

The hits keep coming to the Houston Astros.

Rockies earn rare series sweep of Astros in Denver

Astros ace's injury will test team's red-hot offense

Which MLB hot starts can last?

Five things to watch in MLB this week

The '2017 Houston Astros World Series roster' quiz

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.