Last year, it looked like the Colorado Rockies would be strong contenders for the division title. Instead, they finished in fourth (73-89), 21 games out of first place. Fun fact: the team used thirteen different starters last season, and seven guys made 10+ starts for the them. (For comparison’s sake, the Giants used eight starters, only five of whom made 10+ starts). Anyway, as Spring Training nears, I thought it would be interesting to check in on the other NL West teams, beginning with the Rockies. Andrew Fisher (@PoseidonsFist) of Purple Row was kind of enough to answer several questions about their offseason, outlook, Nolan Arenado, and Michael Cuddyer, among other things. Enjoy!
1. As a whole, how would you grade the Rockies’ offseason thus far?
This is something I have greatly struggled with in recent months. The Rockies’ brass has stated their plan, and graded against that, I suppose they have done well. The plan: (Part 1) addition by subtraction as pert...
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PLAYERS:
Nolan Arenado,
Michael Cuddyer,
Chris Iannetta,
Seth Smith,
Ty Wigginton,
Casey Blake,
Tyler Chatwood,
Kevin Slowey,
Huston Street,
Jhoulys Chacin,
Juan Nicasio,
Jason Hammel,
Drew Pomeranz,
Alex White,
Clayton Mortensen,
Esmil Rogers,
Larry Walker,
Josh Willingham,
Martin Prado,
Jordan Pacheco,
Charlie Blackmon,
Tyler Colvin,
Tim Wheeler
TEAMS: Colorado Rockies, Los Angeles Angels, Philadelphia Phillies, San Diego Padres, Minnesota Twins, Atlanta Braves, San Francisco Giants
TEAMS: Colorado Rockies, Los Angeles Angels, Philadelphia Phillies, San Diego Padres, Minnesota Twins, Atlanta Braves, San Francisco Giants
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