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Michael Lorenzen, double plays help Rockies top Mets

Michael Lorenzen tossed a season-high seven innings and earned the win Friday night for the visiting Colorado Rockies, who beat the New York Mets 4-3 in the opener of a three-game series.

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The Evolution of the Lefty Reliever: Lessons from the 2026 Rockies

For nearly a month, the Rockies tried something you don’t see very often: They carried one left-handed reliever. If you’ve followed bullpens for a while, that probably jumped out to you the same way it did to me.

MLB News / Purple Row / April 24

Rockies 4, Mets 3: Surviving strikeouts and finishing with authority

For much of the night, it looked like a step forward. And this time, they finished it. Behind a quietly brilliant outing from Michael Lorenzen and a lineup that adjusted as the game went on, the Colorado Rockies (11-16) defeated the New York Mets (9-17) 4–3 on Friday night at Citi Field.

Ryan Feltner News / ESPN / April 24

Rockies pitcher Feltner (ulnar nerve) goes on IL

Rockies pitcher Ryan Feltner was placed on the 15-day injured list Friday with right ulnar nerve inflammation.

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Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 24

Rockies Starters Remain Weak Link Despite Bullpen Success

It’s no secret that pitching for the Colorado Rockies is a difficult endeavor. Half of the team’s games are played in Coors Field’s unfavorable conditions, making consistently good performances hard to come by for even the best of hurlers.

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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.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / April 24

Rockies place RHP Ryan Feltner on IL, recall LHP Sammy Peralta

On Friday afternoon just before the Colorado Rockies were scheduled to kick off a three-game series against the New York Mets, it was announced that right-handed pitcher Ryan Feltner is being placed on the 15-day injured list.

Tomoyuki Sugano News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 24

Rockies Formula to Win Games Emerging After Successful Homestand

Tomoyuki Sugano had a big bounce-back performance as he led the Colorado Rockies to an 8-3 victory over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer admired what he saw from his veteran.

Jimmy Herget News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 24

Rockies Shuffle Bullpen After Jimmy Herget Goes on Paternity List

The Colorado Rockies’ bullpen has been one of the strongest aspects of the team to start off the season, but it will have to be without Jimmy Herget, arguably its most capable arm, for a couple of games.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / April 24

So far, Mickey really is fine and Hunter really is good for Rockies

The Rockies’ top offensive performers last season — Mickey Moniak and Hunter Goodman — were not only bright spots in a 119-loss season, but also had the best seasons of their young careers.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / April 23

Rockies Get Promising Outlook From One MLB Writer

When the Colorado Rockies hired Paul DePodesta as their new president of baseball operations, there was nowhere to go but up. Coming off a third straight 100-loss season, the Rockies needed a new vision going forward.

MLB News / Purple Row / April 23

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.

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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.

Nicky Lopez News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 24

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.

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.

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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 / 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.