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Rockies Latest Setback Adds Insult To Injury in Frustrating Month of September

Rockies Latest Setback Adds Insult To Injury in Frustrating Month of September

When it rains, it pours. The Colorado Rockies are finding that out right now. To say that manager Warren Schaeffer and his team are limping toward the finish line of the 2026 season would be a major understatement.

Kyle Freeland News / Purple Row / September 15

Rockies reinstate Kyle Freeland from 15-day IL; make additional roster moves

The Colorado Rockies announced today that they have reinstated LHP Kyle Freeland from the 15-day injured list ahead of this evening’s game against the San Diego Padres.

Roc Riggio News / Purple Row / September 15

Roc Riggio has been making the most of his first full season of professional baseball

Roc Riggio (No. 13 PuRP) joined the Rockies organization as part of the Jake Bird trade with the New York Yankees at the 2025 deadline. The 24-year-old infielder was drafted in the fourth round of the 2023 MLB draft out of Oklahoma State and moved his way up the Yankees’ system, maxing out in Double-A before being traded.

Warren Schaeffer News / Purple Row / September 15

Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer talks line-up construction

Back in early September, we asked Purple Rowers to tell us the stories they wanted to read, and we got some great suggestions. Among those questions was

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The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz
The 'Most 200-hit MLB seasons' quiz
The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz
MLB News / Purple Row / September 15

Scaling the Rocks: No Goats, No Glory (Playoff Version)

Good morning, Purple Row! This is our second day of reorganizing the Rockpile. (Consider yourselves part of a big science project.) Yesterday, the Rockies did something (link to recap).

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

MLB News / Purple Row / September 15

Rockies’ late rally thwarted by Padres in 8-7 heartbreaker

The Rockies battled, but couldn’t score the run they needed or prevent San Diego’s late insurance runs as they fell 8-7 in a heartbreaker on Monday night at Coors Field.

Hunter Goodman News / Field Level Media / September 15
Rockies C Hunter Goodman leaves game with sore thumb

Rockies C Hunter Goodman leaves game with sore thumb

Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman left Monday night's game in the seventh inning against the San Diego Padres with right thumb soreness. Goodman slid into third base on his two-out triple in the bottom of the sixth and then came out to warm up pitcher Blas Castano in the top of the seventh.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 14
Three Rockies Hitters Are Recreating a Feat Last Seen in 2019

Three Rockies Hitters Are Recreating a Feat Last Seen in 2019

The Colorado Rockies currently have three qualified hitters with an OPS above .800: TJ Rumfield, Hunter Goodman and Jake McCarthy. It is the first time Colorado has had three qualified hitters clear that mark since 2019, when Nolan Arenado, Charlie Blackmon and Trevor Story did.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 13
One Player You Can Already Pencil Into Rockies' 2027 Opening Day Lineup

One Player You Can Already Pencil Into Rockies' 2027 Opening Day Lineup

When a team is rebuilding and trying to find their footing, it is typically quite ugly. Losses continue to pile up, and it is hard to string together wins; that has been the fate of the Colorado Rockies in recent years.

Hunter Goodman News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 13
Hunter Goodman Is Climbing Rockies Single-Season Home Run Rankings

Hunter Goodman Is Climbing Rockies Single-Season Home Run Rankings

Hunter Goodman hit his 38th home run of the season against the Detroit Tigers, a three-run shot that gave Colorado a 3-0 lead. It was his 23rd home run away from Coors Field this season, moving him alone into second place for the most road homers in a single season in Rockies history.

Gabriel Hughes News / Field Level Media / September 13
Rockies' Gabriel Hughes seeks elusive first win in matchup vs. Tigers

Rockies' Gabriel Hughes seeks elusive first win in matchup vs. Tigers

Colorado Rockies rookie right-hander Gabriel Hughes possesses an ugly stat line, but he showed his potential in his last start. Hughes will try to build off that effort in the finale of a three-game road series against the Detroit Tigers on Sunday afternoon.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Mason Adams News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 12
Why Mason Adams Could Be Key Part of Rockies' 2027 Rotation

Why Mason Adams Could Be Key Part of Rockies' 2027 Rotation

The Colorado Rockies dropped their opening game of their three-game set with the Detroit Tigers on Friday night 6-2. But despite the loss, there was a silver lining to come out of the game especially when it comes to manager Warren Schaeffer and the coaching staff.

Colorado Rockies News / TV Insider / September 11
‘Beyond the Bayou’: Jep & Jessica Robertson Make Major Life Decision

‘Beyond the Bayou’: Jep & Jessica Robertson Make Major Life Decision

Jep and Jessica Robertson are enjoying their new Texas surroundings more and more on Beyond the Bayou . During the September 10 episode, Jessica spoke about the possibility of having their own ranch.

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The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz
 The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz
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 The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
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 The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 11
Anthony Volpe makes big admission after return to Yankees, win over Rockies

Anthony Volpe makes big admission after return to Yankees, win over Rockies

For the first time since Aug. 1, New York Yankees infielder Anthony Volpe took swings in an MLB contest during Thursday's home game against the Colorado Rockies.

Anthony Volpe makes history in return for Yankees' rout
MLB roundup: Anthony Volpe returns with grand slam as Yankees roll
Why this return to Yankees is 'special' for Anthony Volpe
The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz
Aaron Judge News / Yardbarker / September 9
Why Judge wasn't 'happy' about return to Yankees for win over Rockies

Why Aaron Judge wasn't 'happy' about return to Yankees for win over Rockies

For the first time since May 31, the Yankees slugger and captain was in an MLB lineup for Tuesday night's home game against the Colorado Rockies.

Fernando Cruz says 'supernatural' gift may allow him to pitch again for Yankees in 2026
The 'MLB 1-home run, 2-walk games' quiz
Hunter Goodman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9
Rockies' Hunter Goodman has the stupidest blunder of the season

Rockies' Hunter Goodman has the stupidest blunder of the season

Hunter Goodman was somewhere on Jupiter during Tuesday’s game. The Colorado Rockies catcher Goodman committed the absolute stupidest blunder of the year against the New York Yankees on Tuesday.

Kyle Karros News / Field Level Media / September 7
Rockies activate 3B Kyle Karros after 2nd concussion IL stint

Rockies activate 3B Kyle Karros after 2nd concussion IL stint

The Colorado Rockies activated third baseman Kyle Karros from his second stint on the 10-day concussion injured list on Monday, ahead of Tuesday's road series opener at the New York Yankees.

Colorado Rockies News / Larry Brown Sports / September 6
Doug Eddings tried to blame Rockies player for tilted hat controversy

Doug Eddings tried to blame Rockies player for tilted hat controversy

Umpire Doug Eddings seemingly tried to blame a Colorado Rockies player for sparking a controversy over St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Hancel Rincon’s hat.

Hunter Goodman News / Yardbarker / September 6
Cardinals' hat drama with umpire takes new surprising turn

Cardinals' hat drama with umpire takes new surprising turn

One day later, the drama surrounding the St. Louis Cardinals and umpire Doug Eddings didn't cool down at Coors Field.

Umpire Doug Eddings went on a ridiculous power trip in Friday’s game
Cardinals respond to umpire’s bizarre reaction
Tyler Freeman News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5
Rockies Outright Tyler Freeman

Rockies Outright Tyler Freeman

The Rockies have officially announced Willi Castro’s placement on the 10-day IL and Vimael Machin’s contract selection, which were both reported earlier

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5
Rockies Select Vimael Machin, Place Willi Castro On 10-Day Injured List

Rockies Select Vimael Machin, Place Willi Castro On 10-Day Injured List

5:20PM: Machin’s contract selection has been officially announced, and Castro was placed on the 10-day IL (retroactive to September 2) due to what the team termed as left heel inflammation.  To create a 40-man roster spot, Tyler Freeman was outrighted to Triple-A (more on this transaction here).

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 5
Doug Eddings shows he is everything that is wrong with MLB's power-hungry umpires

Doug Eddings shows he is everything that is wrong with MLB's power-hungry umpires

Home plate umpire Doug Eddings did the one thing nobody wants to see in professional sports on Friday night in the St. Louis Cardinals-Colorado Rockies game.

Umpire Doug Eddings went on a ridiculous power trip in Friday’s game
Tensions simmering ahead of Orioles' rematch with Red Sox
Pirates' Luke Weaver reveals bizarre issue that may be limiting his performance
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 31
New White Sox OF Tommy Pham has been an exceptional postseason player

New White Sox OF Tommy Pham has been an exceptional postseason player

Pham, whom the Chicago White Sox acquired from the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, has been exceptional in the postseason throughout his career.

White Sox acquire outfielder Tommy Pham from Phillies
Astros, White Sox open 4-game series between division leaders
On deck: Cubs, White Sox open big series, plus Yankees-Padres
The 'MLB active stolen base leaders' quiz
Colorado Rockies News / Larry Brown Sports / August 31
Rockies player benched for flipping off opposing fans

Rockies player benched for flipping off opposing fans

A Colorado Rockies player will be sitting on the bench for a few days after losing his cool toward opposing fans. Rockies outfielder Cole Carrigg was caught on camera flipping off Atlanta Braves fans during Saturday’s 2-1 loss at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga.

Michael Lorenzen News / Yardbarker / August 27
Blue Jays get much-needed insurance with low-risk Michael Lorenzen signing

Blue Jays get much-needed insurance with low-risk Michael Lorenzen signing

The Toronto Blue Jays have signed veteran pitcher Michael Lorenzen to a one-year deal. 

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz
Mason Adams News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24
Rockies To Select Mason Adams, Blake Adams

Rockies To Select Mason Adams, Blake Adams

The Rockies are planning to select the contracts of right-handers Mason Adams and Blake Adams from Triple-A Albuquerque, as first reported by Thomas Harding of MLB.com.

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