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Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 26
The state of the Colorado Rockies farm system, August 2026 
In the process of writing about every player who received votes in our biannual Purple Row Prospects (PuRPs) list — this edition it was 68 players across 29 qualifying ballots — I learned a bit about trends and system strengths and weaknesses.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 26
Unheralded Southpaw Could Eventually Be Surprise Starter For Rockies
While Brady Parker isn't ranked among Colorado's top farm players in the franchise, but he has put up exceptional numbers with the Single-A Fresno Grizzlies.
Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 26
Is the platoon system still working for the Rockies?
There has been talk in the Purple Row comments of late about platoons. The 2026 Colorado Rockies have used the platoon system for a while, or at least it has been more apparent this season.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Purple Row / August 25
The Rockies let the dogs out, defeat the Nationals, 3-1
The Washington Nationals had plenty of puppers in attendance at Nationals Park as they welcomed the Colorado Rockies in for Game 2 in a four-game stint.
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.
Hunter Goodman News / Field Level Media / August 25
Back from IL, Hunter Goodman goes deep as Rockies top Nats, end skid
Hunter Goodman homered in his return from the injured list as the Colorado Rockies snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 3-1 win over the host Washington Nationals on Tuesday.
T.J. Rumfield News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 25
Where Rockies' TJ Rumfield Currently Sits in NL ROY Voting Odds
The Colorado Rockies may not be a playoff team this season, but they are getting production out of guys up and down their lineup. So much so that they have a rookie in the top ten of the current National League Rookie of the Year voting.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 25
2026 Transactions: Nationals DFA Williams, Rockies Promote Adams
Weeks after the Rockies acquired pitching prospect Mason Adams from the White Sox, Colorado will see what he can do in the Majors. Adams was promoted on August 25, one of several notable moves on the day.
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.
Warren Schaeffer News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 25
Rockies Manager Warren Schaeffer Unleashes Frustration After Sloppy Nationals Loss
Just when it looked like the Colorado Rockies were going to avoid a fourth straight 100-loss season, things have hit a big roadblock for manager Warren Schaeffer and his club.
Andrew Baker News / Purple Row / August 25
Andrew Baker Found His Pitch — and a New Home
Andrew Baker will tell you, politely but firmly, that the pitch chasing him around scouting reports right now is not a cutter. “It’s technically not a cutter,” the Colorado Rockies right-hander said.
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 / Just Baseball / August 25
Colorado Rockies Unveil Bronze Statue of Larry Walker: 'I Don’t Deserve That'
DENVER — While it was fitting that the first player statue at Coors Field would go to the first Colorado Rockies player enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame, Larry Walker is the last person to talk about his legendary career.
Mason Adams News / Field Level Media / August 25
Rockies RHP Mason Adams set for major league debut against Nationals
Colorado right-hander Mason Adams is expected to make his major league debut when the visiting Rockies face the Washington Nationals in the second game of their four-game series Tuesday night.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 24
Nats' bats awaken in fifth en route to rout of Rockies
Daylen Lile had a three-run homer among his three hits and five RBIs, Cade Cavalli turned in six solid innings and the host Washington Nationals snapped a four-game losing streak with a 10-3 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday.
Colorado Rockies News / Field Level Media / August 24
Rockies place LHP Kyle Freeland (neck) on 15-day IL
The Colorado Rockies placed veteran left-hander Kyle Freeland on the 15-day injured list with a pinched nerve in his neck and selected the contract of right-hander Blake Adams from Triple-A Albuquerque.
Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24
Rockies To Select Mason Adams, Blake Adams
The Rockies are planning to select the contracts of right-handers Mason Adams and Blake Adams from Triple-A Albuquerque, as first reported by Thomas Harding of MLB.com.
Colorado Rockies News / EssentiallySports / August 24
Larry Walker’s Legacy Gets Permanent Tribute as Rockies Unveil Statue at Coors Field
The MLB journey that began in 1989 with the Montreal Expos has finally been immortalized. The 22-year-old went 1-for-1 with three walks and two runs scored, reaching base in all four of his plate appearances during Montreal’s 4-2 victory.
Parker Mushinski News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Rockies Designate Parker Mushinski For Assignment
The Rockies announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Mark Manfredi, a move that was previously reported. They also reinstated right-hander Jaden Hill from the 15-day injured list.
Hunter Goodman News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18
Rockies Place Hunter Goodman On Injured List
The Rockies announced they’ve placed star catcher Hunter Goodman on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to August 15, with a left shoulder strain. Braxton Fulford is up from Triple-A Albuquerque to replace him on the active roster.
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.
Michael Lorenzen News / Yardbarker / August 17
Rockies part ways with struggling pitcher Michael Lorenzen
The Colorado Rockies are moving on from veteran starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen, who has been designated for assignment.
Colorado Rockies News / Viral Sports News / August 16
Former Colorado Rockies Outfielder Has Died
Former Colorado Rockies outfielder Butch Huskey, a powerful right-handed hitter who closed out his Major League career at Coors Field, died Friday at age 54.
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.
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.
Colorado Rockies 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.
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