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Merrill Kelly goes distance for MLB rarity in Diamondbacks' win

Merrill Kelly goes distance for MLB rarity in Diamondbacks' win

In leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 9-1 win over the Colorado Rockies, starting pitcher Merrill Kelly accomplished a career-first and a rarity across Major League Baseball.  Kelly pitched the first complete game of his eight-year career on Friday night, allowing only one run off four hits.

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Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / May 15

Diamondback 9, Rockies 1: Colorado gets bit early in homestand opener

This was not the start to the homestand the Rockies were hoping for. Colorado fell to Arizona 9-1 at Coors Field on Friday, dropping to 17-28 while the Diamondbacks moved to 21-22.

Chase Dollander News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Rockies place Chase Dollander on IL with elbow strain

Rockies place Chase Dollander on IL with elbow strain

After Colorado Rockies pitcher Chase Dollander exited the matchup against the Pittsbugh Pirates with an elbow injury, as the team eventually lost 7-2 on Thursday, the extent of the young star’s issue has been revealed.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Chase Dollander News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 15
Rockies Place Chase Dollander On IL With Elbow Sprain

Rockies Place Chase Dollander On IL With Elbow Sprain

The Rockies announced a series of roster moves today. Most notably, right-hander Chase Dollander has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a right elbow sprain.

Mickey Moniak News / Athlon Sports / May 15
Mickey Moniak Is a Coors Field Fraud — Sell Him Now in 2026 Fantasy Baseball

Mickey Moniak Is a Coors Field Fraud — Sell Him Now in 2026 Fantasy Baseball

Are you one of those smug Mickey Moniak owners? You know, grabbed him for a buck off waivers after he had one good game, thought to yourself “Plays in Colorado, worth a stash and we’ll see how he works out.” Then he exploded and you can barely go a day without reminding your league mates of what a genius you are.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Rockies’ Warren Schaeffer glows over Mickey Moniak amid breakout season

Rockies’ Warren Schaeffer glows over Mickey Moniak amid breakout season

As a former No. 1 overall pick, outfielder Mickey Moniak has struggled to live up to his draft hype. However, since coming to the Colorado Rockies, Moniak has been a crucial cog in the team’s lineup.

Chase Dollander News / Colorado Rockies on SI / May 15
Rockies Notes: Chase Dollander Injury Clouds Crucial Homestand

Rockies Notes: Chase Dollander Injury Clouds Crucial Homestand

The main concern in the minds of every single Colorado Rockies fan is the health of standout sophomore arm Chase Dollander. Nothing else matters at the moment.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Michael Lorenzen News / Purple Row / May 15

Is Michael Lorenzen’s 2026 unlucky (so far) or a sign of trouble for Rockies?

I’ll be the first to admit that I was excited about the Rockies signing Michael Lorenzen this offseason. With the new front office being high on him and the 34-year-old’s affinity for problem-solving and a seven-pitch mix, I bought into the hype.

Chase Dollander News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 14
Rockies' Chase Dollander leaves Thursday's start in second inning due to right arm tightness

Rockies' Chase Dollander leaves Thursday's start in second inning due to right arm tightness

The Rockies are dealing with an injury concern for their top young pitcher. Chase Dollander left this afternoon’s start in Pittsburgh in the second inning on account of right arm tightness.

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The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz
 The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
 The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
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 The 'NFL's active 1K-rushers' quiz
The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
 The 'Active NBA double-double leaders' quiz
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / May 14
Warren Schaeffer’s One Word Answer Says Everything About Chase Dollander Scare

Warren Schaeffer’s One Word Answer Says Everything About Chase Dollander Scare

The Colorado Rockies finished their road trip the same way it started, with bad news. The pitching staff may be taking a hit, and after a 2-4 road trip, everyone is feeling a little down.

Jimmy Herget News / Field Level Media / May 14
Rockies place RHP Jimmy Herget (shoulder) on 15-day IL

Rockies place RHP Jimmy Herget (shoulder) on 15-day IL

Colorado Rockies right-hander Jimmy Herget went on the 15-day injured list on Thursday because of a right shoulder impingement. Herget, who had been away from the team on the bereavement/family emergency list since Saturday, returned and pitched on Tuesday.

Chase Dollander News / Yardbarker / May 14
Rockies ace leaves start early due to an apparent injury

Rockies ace Chase Dollander leaves start early due to an apparent injury

It's a tough blow for the young fireballer who was in the midst of a breakout year.

Rockies player pulls a controversial move on Paul Skenes
'In a zone': Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani early Cy Young favorite, but his bat lags
Paul Skenes gets season ERA below 2.00 with latest overpowering start
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
Mickey Moniak News / Field Level Media / May 14
After big night, Mickey Moniak, Rockies eye series win vs. Pirates

After big night, Mickey Moniak, Rockies eye series win vs. Pirates

Mickey Moniak could be heating back up as the Colorado Rockies head into the decisive game of a three-game series against the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday afternoon.

Mickey Moniak News / Field Level Media / May 13
Mickey Moniak celebrates birthday with 5 RBIs as Rockies top Pirates

Mickey Moniak celebrates birthday with 5 RBIs as Rockies top Pirates

Mickey Moniak collected four hits and five RBIs while coming up a single short of a cycle on his 28th birthday, leading the Colorado Rockies to a 10-4 win over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night.

Colorado Rockies News / Just Baseball / May 13
Top Early Standouts in the Colorado Rockies’ Farm System

Top Early Standouts in the Colorado Rockies’ Farm System

It has been quite a while since we have been able to declare “Roctober” a thing. In fact, it has been eight years since the last time the Colorado Rockies have made the postseason.

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / May 12
Paul Skenes gets season ERA below 2.00 with latest overpowering start

Paul Skenes gets season ERA below 2.00 with latest overpowering start

When Paul Skenes gave up five runs in an Opening Day loss, he left the mound with an obscene ERA of 67.50. He since has brought his ERA down to more familiar territory. 

Skenes records back-to-back eight scoreless inning starts
Rockies player pulls a controversial move on Skenes
Phillies. Red Sox experiencing different results after managerial changes
Phillies have made a dramatic shift under Don Mattingly
Watch: Giants break out a bizarre three-man celebration vs. Dodgers
Xzavion Curry News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 10
Mets Sign Xzavion Curry To Minor League Deal

Mets Sign Xzavion Curry To Minor League Deal

The Mets have added right-hander Xzavion Curry on a minor league agreement, according to his MLB transaction tracker. The veteran appeared briefly with the Marlins last year.

Antonio Senzatela News / Just Baseball / May 5
The Rockies’ Best Reliever Has Come Out of Nowhere

The Rockies’ Best Reliever Has Come Out of Nowhere

Early in nearly every season, MLB sees fantastic performances, breakout players, and surprising feats across the league. This year is no different, as

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