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Colorado Rockies News / Just Baseball / July 7

Hunter Goodman Is MLB’s Best Under-the-Radar Trade Chip

If you look up the definition of “punching bag” on the Merriam Webster website, you will find a description that says, “One who is routinely abused or defeated by another.” Next to that is a picture of the Colorado Rockies logo.

TJ Shook News / Purple Row / July 7

TJ Shook reflects on his MLB debut

The Colorado Rockies have had eight rookies make their MLB debuts so far this year — five pitchers and three position players. One of the debuts was right-handed pitcher TJ Shook, a player the Rockies took in the minor-league phase of the Rule 5 Draft in December from the New York Mets.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / July 7

Rockies comeback falls short in 8-7 extra-innings loss to Dodgers

The “Rockies never say die!” attitude was alive and well on Monday night. Despite being down 6-1 after four innings, they chipped away at the lead to set up an exhilarating ninth inning where the Rockies scored three runs to send the game to extra innings — a first for the Dodgers in 2026.

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Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / July 6

How Rockies Prospects Dominated Minor League Baseball in June

The Colorado Rockies may have more talent in their farm system than they know what to do with. On Monday, the club announced that three of their prospects were named players of the month in their respective leagues.

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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.

Zac Veen News / Purple Row / July 6

Zac Veen named Pacific Coast League Player of the Month

Minor League Baseball announced today that Albuquerque Isotopes outfielder Zac Veen (No. 9 PuRP) has been named Pacific Coast League Player of the Month for June.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / July 6

The 3 Biggest MLB Draft Busts in Colorado Rockies History

The MLB Draft is fast approaching and the Colorado Rockies will have multiple chances to select some of the best players on the board. The Rockies will pick: No.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / July 6

Kyle Karros’ Latest Rockies Heroics Shows His Incredible Progress

Every position is an audition for the Colorado Rockies in 2026. President of baseball operations Paul DePodesta and general manager Josh Byrnes are evaluating every facet of the organization, including what the previous regime left behind.

Kyle Karros News / Field Level Media / July 5

Kyle Karros blasts late 3-run HR as Rockies rally past Giants

Kyle Karros crushed a three-run, go-ahead home run in the eighth inning, rallying the Colorado Rockies to a 7-6 victory over the visiting San Francisco Giants on Sunday and taking the rubber game of a three-game set.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / July 5

The Impact of Every Transaction The Rockies Made for Saturday’s Game

The Colorado Rockies had to make a flurry of transactions before Saturday's game with the San Francisco Giants just to ensure they had coverage on their pitching staff.

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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.

Gabriel Hughes News / Purple Row / July 5

This Week in Purple: Gabriel Hughes got the call. Now he’s living in the moment.

Gabriel Hughes (PuRP No.12) was back in his hotel room in Round Rock, Texas, done for the night, when his phone rang. It was 11:30 p.m. On the other end was Pedro Lopez, his Triple-A manager in Albuquerque, calling with news that would change the trajectory of Hughes’ summer – and maybe his career.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 5

Starting pitchers for Rockies, Giants eager to break Coors Field curse

Two pitchers who have struggled at Coors Field will meet when the San Francisco Giants and Colorado Rockies wrap up a three-game series Sunday afternoon in Denver.

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MLB News / Purple Row / July 5

After a hot start to July, the Rockies cool down in a 6-4 loss to the Giants

Following an 11-15 June, the Colorado Rockies kicked off July with three straight wins. They entered the Saturday holiday matchup with back-to-back 14+ run games.

Tomoyuki Sugano News / ESPN / July 4

Rockies place Sugano, 36, on IL with back spasms

Veteran right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano, 36, who was slated to start on Saturday night for Colorado against the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field, was instead placed on the 15-day injured list due to back spasms by the Rockies.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4

Rockies Select Jordan Romano, Place Tomoyuki Sugano On IL

The Rockies tweaked their pitching staff before tonight’s game against the Giants. Right-hander Jordan Romano had his contract selected, and lefty Sean Sullivan was recalled.

Tomoyuki Sugano News / Athlon Sports / July 4

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.

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.

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.

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.

Charlie Condon News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 2

Rockies' Top Prospect Charlie Condon Is Demolishing Triple-A Pitching

Colorado Rockies power-hitting prospect Charlie Condon has been regularly crushing baseballs out of the park in Triple-A over the last few weeks. Condon, Colorado's No.

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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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.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / June 16

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

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