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Colorado Rockies' New Faces Highlight Early Days of Spring Training

When you're fresh off 119 losses and have dropped 323 games over the past three years, change is welcome. For the Colorado Rockies this offseason, much of that change has come off the field.

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Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 9, Zac Veen

A star ceiling was promised when Veen was made the ninth-overall pick in the 2020 draft and signed for a slightly above-slot value $5 million — but there

Chase Dollander News / Purple Row / February 16

Chase Dollander is in “learning mode”

Scottsdale, Ariz. – Chase Dollander was drafted ninth overall in the 2023 MLB Draft and skyrocketed through the Colorado Rockies’ minor league system, finally making his MLB debut on April 6 last year against the Athletics.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 15

Breaking Down Rockies' Biggest Question Heading into Spring Training

After losing 100 games for the third straight season, there was a change for the Colorado Rockies this offseason. They hired Paul DePodesta as their next president of baseball operations and he brought Josh Byrnes on board as his general manager.

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Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 15

Don’t Overlook T.J. Rumfield in Rockies’ Opening Day First Base Battle

The Colorado Rockies' first base situation last season wasn't the best, as former first-round draft pick Michael Toglia took a massive step back, resulting in him no longer being with the franchise.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Kyle Karros News / Purple Row / February 15

Kyle Karros is ready to make the Rockies his own

Scottsdale, Ariz. – After the Rockies traded Ryan McMahon at the 2025 deadline, Kyle Karros became the heir apparent at third base. The 23-year-old made his MLB debut on August 8 against the Arizona Diamondbacks and started hot, going 4-for-11 with two doubles, three RBI, two walks and two strikeouts.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15

Padres' Manny Machado praises team's Saturday signings

GM A.J. Preller was busy dishing out contracts, signing veterans Nick Castellanos, Griffin Canning and German Marquez to one-year contracts to deepen the roster.

Machado doesn't hold back on feelings about Dodgers

Diamondbacks owner is willing to go 'all in' to compete with Dodgers

Red Sox exec angers fans with comment about Alex Bregman

Byron Buxton is frustrated with the Twins

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Brenton Doyle News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 15

Brenton Doyle Still Anchors the Rockies’ Outfield Despite Tough 2025

Warren Schaeffer, the Colorado Rockies manager, didn’t mince words when addressing the topic of Brenton Doyle’s struggles in 2025. “I mean, give the guy a break that he didn’t win a Gold Glove last year.” A little grace is certainly deserved for Doyle, and the Rockies manager was willing to share that stance immediately when asked.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 14

Padres continue busy day by signing former longtime Rockies starting pitcher German Marquez

The Padres have one of the deepest starting rotations in baseball.

Nick Castellanos quickly lands with new team after Phillies release

Padres sign Griffin Canning

The 'A.L. and N.L. strikeout leaders' quiz

Zac Veen News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 14

Zac Veen’s Fresh Start Could Give Rockies an Intriguing Boost in 2026

The Colorado Rockies have made multiple moves this offseason to try to turn the club around, and one of its former top prospects seems to be on the same track.

Michael Lorenzen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 14

Rockies’ Michael Lorenzen drops ‘untapped’ claim on challenges of pitching in Colorado

With the Colorado Rockies picking up free agents to improve their team heading into the 2026 season, there’s no denying that the ball club is looking to turn around the direction of the franchise.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Michael Lorenzen News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 14

Michael Lorenzen Sees ‘Awesome Opportunity’ to Pitch for Rockies

The thin air in Denver has been more than enough to scare off even the best pitchers in baseball from joining the Colorado Rockies. Try as Colorado may, it's been difficult to get big name free agents to sign on the dotted line to pitch at Coors Field.

Ryan Feltner News / Purple Row / February 14

This Week in Purple: Ryan Feltner is embracing changes to the clubhouse and his arsenal in 2026

Scottsdale, Ariz. – Ryan Feltner had a forgettable 2025 season. After a brilliant 2024 campaign, the right-hander made just six starts in 2025 before suffering from back spasms.

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Warren Schaeffer News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 13

Rockies Manager Shares Candid Outlook on Team’s Direction

Colorado Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer is on a mission to arrive prepared and excited for his first spring training with the ballclub. Schaeffer became the interim manager after Bud Black was fired.

Kyle Karros News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 13

Rockies Infielder Due for Another Breakout After Latest MLB Rankings

The Colorado Rockies are in the company of a young infielder who has left fans stunned early on in his career. After 23-year-old Kyle Karros had a breakout performance in 2024 with High-A Spokane, the Rockies knew they had great potential on their hands.

Tomoyuki Sugano News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 13

Tomoyuki Sugano Explains Biggest Reason He Signed with Rockies

The Colorado Rockies didn’t just land a veteran pitcher in Tomoyuki Sugano. They landed a Japanese icon. He landed stateside last year. But, before he joined the Majors, he put together an incredible career with the NPB’s Yomiuri Giants, making himself a fan favorite in his home country.

Griffin Herring News / Purple Row / February 13

Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 10, Griffin Herring

Herring was the headline prospect coming to the Rockies from the Yankees in exchange for Ryan McMahon near last year’s trade deadline. The 6’2”, 22-year-old lefty pitcher was the Yankees’ sixth-round pick in 2024 out of LSU as a draft-eligible sophomore.

Jeff Criswell News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 12

Jeff Criswell Shifted to 60-Day IL as Rockies Clear Roster Spot for New Arm

As the Colorado Rockies are working toward finalizing their one-year agreement with veteran left-handed pitcher Jose Quintana, a corresponding move had to follow.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12

Dodgers To Sign Keston Hiura To Minor League Deal

Former Brewers top prospect Keston Hiura is heading to the Dodgers on a minor league deal, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The agreement includes an invitation to MLB Spring Training.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 12

Rockies Receive Surprisingly Positive Record Projection for This Season

To distinguish between any of the uninspiring recent 100-loss seasons of the NL West basement-dwelling Colorado Rockies might seem like a largely pointless exercise.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / February 12

Rockies Reveal Television, Radio Broadcast Schedule for Spring Training

The Colorado Rockies have announced that they will broadcast a dozen games on Rockies.tv during spring training, with several of those games also broadcast on the team’s flagship radio station.

Colorado Rockies News / Last Word On Sports / February 11

Have We Seen the Last of Kris Bryant in Colorado?

The latest news in a disastrous tenure in Colorado for Kris Bryant was announced Tuesday as Bryant was placed on the 60-day IL to make room for newly signed starting pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 11

Rockies add another veteran SP to deepen their rotation

After having the worst starting pitchers' ERA in Major League Baseball last season, the Rockies have revamped their starting rotation by adding veteran arms to turn things around.

Rockies sign former NPB star to fill out starting rotation

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MLB News / Field Level Media / February 10

Rockies sign P Tomoyuki Sugano, put OF Kris Bryant on 60-day IL

The Colorado Rockies signed right-hander Tomoyuki Sugano to a one-year contract on Tuesday and placed outfielder Kris Bryant on the 60-day injured list.

Colorado Rockies News / New Baseball Media / February 6

Rockies’ 2026 Spring Training NRI List Includes Condon, Thomas

The Rockies accumulated some interesting position player prospects over the past few years. Some of those names will be in 2026 Spring Training for the Rockies.

Yanquiel Fernandez News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28

Rockies To Designate Yanquiel Fernandez For Assignment

The Rockies are designating former top outfield prospect Yanquiel Fernandez for assignment, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com. Between the Fernandez DFA and this morning’s trade of right-handed reliever Angel Chivilli to the Yankees (in exchange for non-roster first baseman T.J.