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Why the Rockies' 15-3 Rout of the Giants Meant More Than One Win

At the beginning of the year, Colorado Rockies fans knew that this team was going to be rebuilding. There were realistic expectations all around, and most of those centered around just not losing more than 100 games again in 2026.

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Rockies Announce Reason for Tomoyuki Sugano’s Late Scratch

The Colorado Rockies announced Saturday that right-handed pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano was scratched from his scheduled start against the San Francisco Giants because of back spasms.

Hunter Goodman News / Purple Row / July 4

Rockies Reacts Results: Hunter Goodman should participate in the Home Run Derby

All-Star rosters will be announced this evening, and the Home Run Derby is starting to take shape. So far, Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Junior Caminero is the only player to confirm their participation, but Hunter Goodman was seen taking batting practice from his dad yesterday: Does this mean Goodman is preparing to participate in the Derby?

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Colorado Rockies News / Just Baseball / July 4

What Does Selling Look Like for the Rockies This Year?

The Colorado Rockies are tied for the second-worst record in MLB at 36-53, once again at the fault of their poor pitching staff compounded by the high elevation of Coors Field.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / July 4

Colorado Rockies Teenage Prospect Going to Be Worth The Wait

In recent years, players from all over the world have been making their way through the Minor Leagues sooner than ever. Where it used to be uncommon to see a roster featuring anyone 21 and under, it's now an open bar that anyone with breathtaking baseball skills can belly up to.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 4

Rockies eager to ignite fireworks again vs. Giants

The offensive fireworks that often have accompanied Tomoyuki Sugano's starts for Colorado this season might be appropriate on Independence Day when the Rockies host the San Francisco Giants on Saturday night in Denver.

Charlie Condon News / Purple Row / July 4

Under the hood, Charlie Condon is making patience matter

Charlie Condon (No. 1 PuRP) will tell you the adjustment was not dramatic. In Eli Whitney’s Weekly Pebble Report, the Rockies’ top prospect described his midseason surge in fairly modest terms.

Jake McCarthy News / Field Level Media / July 3

Jake McCarthy belts leadoff homer, slam as Rockies rout Giants

Jake McCarthy hit the first pitch of the home half of the first inning for a home run and later added a grand slam, propelling the Colorado Rockies to a 15-3 shellacking of the San Francisco Giants in the opener of a three-game series Friday night in Denver.

John Brebbia News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 3

John Brebbia Elects Free Agency

The Rockies announced that veteran reliever John Brebbia went unclaimed on waivers and elected free agency. Colorado designated him for assignment on Wednesday when they brought up former first-rounder Gabriel Hughes.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / July 3

Rockies TJ Rumfield Collects Second Straight Honor After Red-Hot June

When Colorado Rockies president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta acquired TJ Rumfield from the New York Yankees over the winter for right-handed pitcher Angel Chivilli, it gave manager Warren Schaeffer another young player to plug into his lineup.

T.J. Rumfield News / Purple Row / July 3

TJ Rumfield selected as NL Rookie of the Month for June

Major League Baseball announced today that Colorado Rockies first baseman TJ Rumfield has been selected as the National League’s Rookie of the Month for June.

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MLB News / Just Baseball / July 3

Why Hunter Goodman Needs To Participate in the 2026 Home Run Derby

DENVER — With one day before Saturday’s announcement of 2026 All-Star Game rosters, Hunter Goodman of the Colorado Rockies is already to accept an invitation to the Home Run Derby.

MLB News / Colorado Rockies on SI / July 3

How Top of Rockies Lineup Dominated Marlins Pitching in Huge Victory

The Colorado Rockies were able to secure a series win over the Miami Marlins on Thursday in a lopsided game that they won 14-4. The Rockies were able to win a series against a good team in the National League that ended with the best record in June in the whole league.

Ezequiel Tovar News / Purple Row / July 3

Who is the real Ezequiel Tovar?

Flashback to 2023. The Rockies lost over 100 games for the first time in franchise history, and the future was bleak. One of the lone bright spots was Ezequiel Tovar.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / July 2

Rockies Top Trade Chip Could Create Difficult Deadline Decisions

One team that will have a lot of questions surrounding them in the next month leading into the trade deadline on August 3 is the Colorado Rockies. Under the first-year president of baseball operations, Paul DePodesta, and his staff, the Rockies have some players that teams might covet.

Mickey Moniak News / Field Level Media / July 2

Mickey Moniak shines as Rockies trounce Marlins

Mickey Moniak singled, doubled, homered and drove in four runs to help the Colorado Rockies earn a four-game split against the Miami Marlins with a 14-4 win in the finale of their four-game series on Thursday afternoon in Denver.

MLB News / Purple Row / July 2

Rockies offensive outburst secures series split with 14-4 win over Marlins

After falling behind early from a shaky start by their starting pitcher, the Colorado Rockies rallied offensively and the bullpen shut things down to secure a series split with the Miami Marlins and a 14-4 victory.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 2

Mets Select, Option Jefry Yan

The Mets announced that they have selected left-hander Jefry Yan to their 40-man roster and optioned him to Triple-A Syracuse. That usually indicates the player had some kind of opt-out or upward mobility clause in his contract.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 1

Rockies To DFA John Brebbia, Promote Gabriel Hughes For MLB Debut

The Rockies are planning to designate John Brebbia for assignment, reports Thomas Harding of MLB.com. In his place, they are calling up fellow right-hander Gabriel Hughes.

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The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz

How many of the league leaders in batting average since the 2003 season can you name in six minutes?

Chase Dollander News / Athlon Sports / June 23

Rockies Provide Update on Chase Dollander Following Surgery

There's been progress this year, but 2026 looks to be another lost season for the Colorado Rockies. On Tuesday, the team announced that it expects to be without the services of its top young pitcher for the rest of the season.

Mickey Moniak News / Athlon Sports / June 22

Rockies Activate Mickey Moniak from IL, Option Outfield Prospect

Reinforcements are beginning to arrive for the Colorado Rockies. Prior to Monday’s series opener against the Boston Red Sox, the Rockies announced that they reinstated outfielder Mickey Moniak from the 10-day injured list.

Hunter Goodman News / Yardbarker / June 18

Rockies’ Hunter Goodman deserving of All-Star consideration

The most recent tally of All-Star voting shows Goodman is being overlooked.

Yankees could trade for All-Star catcher amid Austin Wells concerns

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MLB News / Yardbarker / June 16

Yankees could trade for All-Star catcher amid Austin Wells concerns

They haven't gotten much offensive production from their catchers, and with the Aug. 3 trade deadline zooming in, that should be a situation to address.

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