ROCKIES RUMORS & GOSSIP

Patrick Corbin shuts down Colorado Rockies in opener, Garland struggles again

Jon Garland might be the odd man out if he doesn't figure it out soon.Jim Tracy would have loved his post game press conference on Monday night if he was still with the Colorado Rockies. It was the perfect opportunity for him to use a classic cliche line that he seemed to pull out far too often in his tenure with the Rockies."Sometimes you've gotta tip your cap to the...
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15 hours ago  |  Discuss

Troy Tulowitzki Takes Celebratory Hand Shake To A Nutty Level

For generations baseball players have created hand shakes and gestures with teammates to celebrate on-field accomplishments. However the All-Star shortstop of the Colorado Rockies to it to a whole new level after a win over the world champion San Francisco Giants. Troy Tulowitzki can be observed shaking hands below the belt with teammate Rafael Betancourt, as Tulo passes by he grabs...
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16 hours ago  |  Discuss

Troy Tulowitzki grabs teammate’s nuts in postgame handshake (GIF)

Oh nothing, just Troy Tulowitzki grabbing teammate Rafael Betancourt in the nuts after the Colorado Rockies beat the San Francisco Giants 5-0 on Sunday. Tulo hit a two-run single in the sixth, while Betancourt pitched a scoreless ninth. Betancourt initially put up some resistance to Tulo, but the shortstop would not be denied. Between Tulo and Jeff Francoeuer, this is turning into...
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23 hours ago  |  Discuss
BALLSY MOVE

Tulowitzki goes below belt for handshake

It looks like Troy Tulowitzki was feeling relatively ballsy after Colorado's victory over San Francisco on Sunday. Watch as the All-Star shortstop gives out more than his teammate probably bargained for during the postgame handshake.  Isn't baseball great? Via Deadspin
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1 day ago  |  Discuss

Troy Tulowitzki introduces us to post-game nut-grab handshake

Colorado Rockies star Troy Tulowitzki just won a game, so how does he celebrate? With a post-game nut-grab, because why the heck not.
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1 day ago  |  Discuss

MLB rumors: Roy Oswalt on pace for June call-up with Rockies

Roy Oswalt is getting himself Major League ready much like he did last season before joining the Texas Rangers.  This year he is prepping to join the Colorado Rockies.  And so far, he has looked sharp.  He pitched an extended spring training game this weekend and looked good. #Rockies RHP Roy Oswalt sparkled in extended spring start vs. Brewers Sat. 5 IP, 1H, 9 K. Leadoff...
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1 day ago  |  Discuss

Rockies 5, Giants 0

Juan Nicasio scattered three hits over six innings, Carlos Gonzalez and Troy Tulowitzki each drove in two runs and the Colorado Rockies won their first series over San Francisco in two years, beating the Giants 5-0 on Sunday. Dexter Fowler tied a career high with four hits to help the Rockies take three of four from the reigning World Series champions. Jordan Pacheco also drove...
Via Fox Sports
1 day ago  |  Discuss

Reid Brignac acquired By Yankees from Colorado Rockies

The New York Yankees acquired utility infielder Reid Brignac  from the Colorado Rockies for cash.  originally drafted by Tampa Bay in the second round of the 2004 draft. Brignac was traded to Colorado in February. Brignac hit .250 with one home run and six RBI  with the Rockies. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman feels the team is upgrading with Brignac. Brignac, “is a...
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2 days ago  |  Discuss

MLB rumors: Pirates, Twins interested in Reid Brignac?

The Colorado Rockies recently designated infielder Reid Brignac for assignment to make room on the roster for DJ LeMahieu. Following the move, Jon Heyman of CBS Sports notes that the Pittsburgh Pirates and Minnesota Twins could be a few of the teams interested in Brignac. #pirates and #twins are among teams that could have interest in @reidbrignac — Jon Heyman (@JonHeymanCBS...
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3 days ago  |  Discuss

Rockies announcer jokingly calls Carlos Gonzalez home run

Friday night the Root Sports Rockies broadcast answered a fan question about home runs being hit into the fountains at Coors Field during the 6th Inning.  Rockies play by play man Drew Goodman jokingly says, "Yea, Cargo's about to."  On the next pitch, Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez hits a home run to straightaway center that falls just short and wide of the mark...
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3 days ago  |  Discuss

Colorado Rockies Place Jeff Francis On Disabled List, Other Notes

The Colorado Rockies were very busy Thursday. They had to place left-handed starting pitcher Jeff Francis on the 15-day disabled list due to a strained left groin. To fill the void on the active roster, the Rockies recalled reliever Rob Scahill and second baseman DJ LeMahieu from their Triple-A minor league affiliate. To also make room on the active roster, Colorado decided to designate...
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4 days ago  |  Discuss

Rockies' place Jeff Francis on the DL

The Colorado Rockies will be without their best pitcher.  Jeff Francis is the team's ace, if they can even be considered as a team having an ace.  He is also a veteran and knows how to pitch in the high altitude environment of Coors Field.  Unfortunately, he has landed on the 15-day DL. Owen Perkins of MLB.com says Francis was placed on the 15-day DL with a strained groin...
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4 days ago  |  Discuss

Rockies put Francis on DL, add LeMahieu, Scahill

The Colorado Rockies have put left-hander Jeff Francis on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left groin and designated infielder Reid Brignac for assignment. The Rockies also recalled infielder D.J. LeMahieu and right-hander Rob Scahill from Triple-A Colorado Springs on Thursday. The 32-year-old Francis was hurt during Tuesday's win against the Cubs in Chicago. He is...
Via AP on Fox
4 days ago  |  Discuss

Jeff Francis makes his case and Carlos Gonzalez has a career night as Colorado Rockies roll

Carlos Gonzalez had a career night on Tuesday in Chicago.Listen to the national media and it is clear to them. Carlos Gonzalez is a Coors Field creation.Ask the Chicago Cubs the same question, and they would quickly disagree. CarGo had a career night on Tuesday night at Wrigley Field, helping the Colorado Rockies route the Cubs 9-4, giving the Rockies a chance to win the series on...
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6 days ago  |  Discuss

If Colorado Rockies want to salvage the season, changes need to start now

Juan Nicasio needs some Triple-A seasoning.It's time.The Colorado Rockies must start making moves to salvage a season that started with so much promise. It may seem early to declare a team in need of wholesale changes when they were expected to finish in the basement of the National League West. The problem is, they have the talent to compete, and they must not swing and miss...
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7 days ago  |  Discuss
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