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Rockies owner reveals plans regarding involvement in baseball operations

The Rockies introduced new president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta at a press conference on Thursday. Owner Dick Monfort and executive vice president Walker Monfort also took part.

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The Rockies shake up their player development staff

With Paul DePodesta formally introduced as the new president of baseball operations for the Colorado Rockies, the team’s offseason can begin in earnest.

Lucas Gilbreath News / Purple Row / November 14

Lucas Gilbreath’s Rockies tenure ended quietly

Welcome to the 2025 edition of Ranking the Rockies, where we take a look back at every player to log playing time for the Rockies in 2025. The purpose of this list is to provide a snapshot of the player in context.

MLB News / Purple Row / November 14

For the Rockies, winning at 5,280 might mean 9=12

In 2007, when the Rockies were riding a Rocktober wave to the World Series, the Tampa Bay Rays finished dead last in the AL East standings at 66-96. The

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The 'National League MVPs' quiz

How many of the National League MVPs in the Integration Era (since 1947) can you name in six minutes?

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Colorado Rockies News / Sporting News / November 14

Rockies' 26-year old righty pitcher leaves MLB contract to sign in Japan

Taking his talents far away.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 13

Rockies Could Go After Slugging Former All-Star First Baseman in Free Agency

After ranking among the bottom five teams in OPS in 2025, the Colorado Rockies certainly could turn to free agency to get some help offensively. One of those potential options is a veteran first baseman, as well as a journeyman who could benefit the Rockies in multiple ways.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 13

Rockies Could Bolster Bullpen by Signing Extra Arms in Free Agency

There were very few positive things to say about the Colorado Rockies this season especially around their pitching staff. From the outside looking in it is easy to place the blame on the staff as a whole, but that isn't necessarily true.

Keston Hiura News / Purple Row / November 13

Keston Hiura’s ride with the Rockies was short and uneventful

Colorado Rockies News / Last Word On Sports / November 13

State of the Rockies Farm System

With the arrival of John DePodesta, it is a good time to assess the Colorado Rockies’ farm system. The Rockies’ farm system was bolstered at the Trade Deadline when Colorado offloaded several veterans.

Austin Nola News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Austin Nola to become Mariners bullpen coach

Catcher Austin Nola is expected to rejoin Seattle’s organization as bullpen coach, reports Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Nola will be released from the minor league deal he signed with Atlanta last month, adds Nightengale.

Tanner Gordon News / Purple Row / November 12

Tanner Gordon’s cup of coffee in 2024 turned into confidence in 2025

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 11

Should Rockies Try To Keep Any of Their Free Agents or Look Elsewhere?

The offseason started earlier than the Colorado Rockies would have liked as they missed the playoffs with the worst record in baseball. One of the only positives to come from this season is how they somehow managed to avoid the worst record in MLB history led by their catcher Hunter Goodman who just won his first Silver Slugger Award.

Drew Romo News / Purple Row / November 11

Drew Romo is still looking for his spot with the Rockies

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Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 10

Recently Acquired Rockies First Baseman Lands on All-Rookie Team

The Colorado Rockies are in for a decently long rebuilding period, but they are doing the right things to set themselves up for the future. With a completely

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / November 10

Rockies Reacts Results: Fans are cautiously optimistic

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across MLB. Throughout the year, we ask questions of the most plugged-in Colorado Rockies fans and fans across the country.

Warren Schaeffer News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 9

Warren Schaeffer's Future as Rockies Manager Remains in Discussion

After an interesting search, the Colorado Rockies hired Paul DePodesta as their next president of baseball operations last week. That move came after the reported two finalists, Amiel Sawdaye and Matt Forman, were eliminated from contention for the job.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 9

New Rockies Boss Reportedly Intends to Add General Manager to New Front Office

The Colorado Rockies have kicked off an extremely interesting offseason with some impressive front office decisions. First off, they were willing to really

Kris Bryant News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 8

Is It Really Impossible for Rockies to Trade Kris Bryant's Contract?

Shortly after the MLB offseason got underway, there was some information announced regarding the health status of Colorado Rockies oft-injured player Kris Bryant.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman makes Colorado history with huge honor after 2025 season

The Colorado Rockies are coming off one of the toughest seasons in franchise history, but there’s finally a reason to celebrate. Catcher Hunter Goodman was named the National League Silver Slugger Award winner at his position, becoming the first in team history to earn the honor.

Paul DePodesta News / Yardbarker / November 6

Rockies bringing DePodesta back, but will he recreate 'Moneyball' magic?

Rockies bringing Paul DePodesta back to baseball, but will he recreate 'Moneyball' magic?

Colorado Rockies owner Dick Monfort must have recently watched the movie "Moneyball" and thought hiring one of those guys would be a good idea.

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Thairo Estrada News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Thairo Estrada elects free agency

The Rockies announced Thursday that infielder Thairo Estrada passed through waivers unclaimed and elected free agency. Colorado also claimed right-hander Garrett Acton off waivers from the Rays.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / November 6

The Latest Trap Door for Rockies Fans

The Colorado Rockies sparked optimism at the trade deadline when they offloaded their veterans and started a long-awaited rebuild. That momentum continued when general manager Bill Schmidt was let go this offseason.

Brian Snitker News / Yardbarker / November 4

Braves stick to status quo in naming next manager

After a disappointing 2025 season, the Atlanta Braves were due for a shake-up. But the team's decision-makers have other ideas.

Braves to reportedly pick up club options on two pitchers

Infielder Ha-Seong Kim opts out of contract with Braves

Assessing the expectations for new Giants manager Tony Vitello

Nationals set to hire MLB's youngest manager in over 50 years

Twins continue to go backward with reported hiring of Derek Shelton

Jordan Beck News / Just Baseball / November 3

The Case for a Jordan Beck Breakout Year

Another year came and went for the Colorado Rockies, as they had their third straight 100-loss season. To make matters even worse, their 119 losses were the most in franchise history.

Ryan Feltner News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

The Rockies’ Rotation Needs a Healthy Ryan Feltner

The Colorado Rockies’ rotation was a distant last in Major League Baseball this season. One of the major reasons for the poor play? The absence of Ryan Feltner.