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Rockies Trade Nicky Lopez To Cubs

The Rockies announced they’ve traded minor league infielder Nicky Lopez to the Cubs for cash. He was on a minor league contract and will not immediately occupy a 40-man roster spot for Chicago.

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Padres 10, Rockies 8: From the jaws of victory

After a complete victory against the San Diego Padres last night, the Colorado Rockies entered this afternoon’s game with the chance for a series win. Things were going great for the most part… until they weren’t.

Colorado Rockies News / Field Level Media / April 23

Rockies RHP Ryan Feltner, 2B Willi Castro injured vs. Padres

The Colorado Rockies lost their starting pitcher and second baseman to injures in the first three innings of Thursday's home game with the San Diego Padres in Denver.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 23

These Three Colorado Rockies Hitters Are Carrying Offense Right Now

The Colorado Rockies haven't been too shabby at the plate this season, but when comparing things to how 2025 went, it's easy to say that. The revived lineup with a handful of new faces mixed in with those who succeeded last year has given the Rockies a spunk to them, making them way more fun to watch.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / April 23

The few seeds planted by Bill Schmidt that are now bearing fruit

The general consensus of those who follow baseball seems to be that the Colorado Rockies front office overhaul was long overdue and has, so far, looked like the right move for the organization.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / Field Level Media / April 23

Solid hitting, pitching lead Rockies to easy win vs. Padres

Hunter Goodman homered and doubled twice, Mickey Moniak also had two doubles, and the Colorado Rockies beat the San Diego Padres 8-3 in Denver on Wednesday night.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 22

Colorado Rockies Prospect Shows Signs of Life with 2 Home Run Performance

The Colorado Rockies are trying to keep pace within the very competitive NL West division early into the 2026 campaign, but have fallen on hard times after a stronger start than most thought they would have.

Chase Dollander News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 22

Rockies pitcher calls himself ‘dominant’ despite losing to Padres

The Colorado Rockies lost a very close game on Tuesday to the San Diego Padres. San Diego nipped Colorado 1-0. Rockies starting pitcher Chase Dollander was pleased with his performance, despite his team not getting the win.

Chase Dollander News / Just Baseball / April 22

Chase Dollander Making Most of New Role in the Bullpen

Part of what a successful season for the Colorado Rockies would look like hinged on the sophomore campaign for right-hander Chase Dollander. Last season was a tale of two for the 24-year-old.

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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.

T.J. Rumfield News / Purple Row / April 22

An early check in on TJ Rumfield

Blazing out of the gate, rookie first baseman TJ Rumfield looked like the spark the Colorado Rockies needed in 2026. After all, a strong campaign in spring training earned him the starting job at first base on Opening Day, and he’s been a staple in the lineup since.

Colorado Rockies News / Larry Brown Sports / April 23

Rockies fan made the play of the season to catch a foul ball

One fan may have just earned himself a tryout to be the next backup outfielder of the Colorado Rockies. The Rockies hosted the San Diego Padres for their series opener on Tuesday at Coors Field in Denver, Colo.

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MLB News / Purple Row / April 21

Padres 1, Rockies 0: The Rockies finish on the wrong side of a pitching masterclass

When the San Diego Padres and Colorado Rockies get together, anything can happen, especially at Coors Field where games can quickly escalate into unruly slugfests.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 21

Rockies Have Veteran Trade Candidate Contenders Would Covet at Trade Deadline

When Paul DePodesta was hired in November as the president of baseball operations by the Colorado Rockies, he was tasked with turning around a franchise that was coming off another 100-loss season.

MLB News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 21

Colorado Rockies Add Bullpen Depth with Claim from the Seattle Mariners

Thus far this season, the Colorado Rockies' pitching staff sits 20th in Major League Baseball in ERA, which is an improvement from how the crew played as a whole last season.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 21

Rockies add depth by claiming Mariners pitcher off waivers

As the Colorado Rockies try to work their way back towards contention, or at least a winning record, they’re willing to turn over any rock for potential talent.

Luis Peralta News / Purple Row / April 21

Colorado Rockies claim Blas Castaño, DFA Luis Peralta

The Colorado Rockies announced this morning that they have claimed RHP Blas Castaño from the Seattle Mariners. In a corresponding roster move, they have DFA’d LHP Luis Peralta.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 21

Rockies Claim Blas Castaño, Designate Luis Peralta For Assignment

The Rockies have claimed right-handed Blas Castaño off waivers from the Mariners, according to announcements from both clubs. The righty had been designated for assignment by the Mariners a week ago.

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.

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.