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D-backs go for fifth win in six games against Rockies

The NL West-leading Diamondbacks are back to their winning ways away from home. Ian Kennedy hopes he can keep that and his team's run of brilliant starting pitching going Tuesday night against the Rockies. After their five-game road winning streak and four-game overall run ended with a 2-1 loss in Miami on Sunday, the D-backs (26-19) picked up their third straight victory over...
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Troy Tulowitzki performs impromptu hernia check on teammate (GIF)

Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki would not be denied a handful of teammate crotch during the team’s post-game congratulatory handshake lineup following a 5-0 win over the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field on Sunday afternoon. Despite his best efforts to avoid it, Rockies pitcher Rafael Betancourt couldn’t prevent Tulowtizki’s aggressive efforts, because apparently...
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Troy Tulowitzki Likes To Grab Teammate’s Balls In Post Game Handshake (Video)

This makes me extremely uncomfortable. But whatever it takes to win….. right? Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki likes to apparently grab his teammates balls in postgame handshakes. This is so wrong.
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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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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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Corbin three-hits Rockies as D-backs dominate

DENVER (AP) -- Patrick Corbin tossed a three-hitter for his first complete game and struck out a career-high 10, leading the Diamondbacks to a 5-1 win over the Rockies on Monday night. Corbin (7-0) joined Randy Johnson as the only lefties in team history to begin the season 7-0. He also turned in his club-record ninth straight start in which he's pitched at least six innings...
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Troy Tulowitzki’s Postgame Handshake Involves Grabbing Other Men’s Junk

Boys will be boys. [Deadspin] Article found on: Next Impulse Sports
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Troy Tulowitzki goes too low with a handshake (GIF)

Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki loves himself some post game handshake lines.  His teammates – not so much. via Deadspin [Deadspin]
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Troy Tulowitzki Likes To Grab Teammate’s Balls In Post Game Handshake (Video)

  Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki has been called many a things–the next Derek Jeter, Tulo…but I guess we should add ‘nuts grabber’ to the list. Whatever it takes to get the guys to bond, right? Hmmmm Courtesy of Deadspin
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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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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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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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Slugfest at Coors Field

The Colorado Rockies hosted the San Francisco Giants this weekend for a 4 game series and both teams took advantage of the thin air.  The two teams combined for 50 runs with the Rockies scoring 10 runs in both games 2 and 3.  San Fran scored 8 and 9 runs over games 1 and 2, and were shut out in the series finale on Sunday.  The Rockies won 3 of 4.Wilin Rosario had 2 hits in each...
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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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Barry Zito Struggles Again in Loss to Rockies

Barry Zito turned in his second straight poor performance for the San Francisco Giants, this time a 5-0 loss to the Colorado Rockies. Zito allowed five runs on 11 hits, striking out four and walked two. After a 1-5 road trip  Giants manager Bruce Bochy  may be ready to make some changes. “We’re going to make some adjustments,” he said. “It’s a great starting rotation...
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Colorado Rockies finish out impressive weekend with series victory over Giants

Juan Nicasio was brilliant on Sunday.Elich Gardens has nothing on these Colorado Rockies.On Sunday, a day the Rockies generally forget they are playing, the club put together arguably their best game of the 2013 season. They defeated the defending World Champion San Francisco Giants in shutout fashion, 5-0 to complete a four-game series victory.With his job on the line, starter Juan...
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Diamondbacks-Rockies Preview

Patrick Corbin may not receive the type of publicity normally reserved for an unbeaten starter with his success, but the Arizona Diamondbacks are well aware of how spectacular he's pitched. Arizona has won each of Corbin's eight starts this season, and it will look to end the host Colorado Rockies' three-game winning streak Monday night. Corbin (6-0, 1.52 ERA) has tossed...
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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...
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Colorado Rockies, Tyler Chatwood make a statement against San Francisco on Saturday

Tyler Chatwood made his case on Saturday.A win on Sunday, and no one will be talking about the Colorado Rockies lackluster offense over the prior two weeks. A win on Sunday, and the conversation will move back to the Rockies being a contender.On Saturday night, the Rockies rode the wave of momentum to a 10-2 victory over their achilles heel, the San Francisco Giants. The Rockies...
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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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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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Yankees acquire Reid Brignac

The Yankees have made another move to add some depth at the big league level, as they have acquired utility man Reid Brignac from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for cash. Shortstop Alberto Gonzalez has been designated for assignment. Brignac, 27, represents versatility and a slight upgrade offensively from Gonzalez. In his career, Brignac has played shortstop, second base and...
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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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Guest Post: Friday Night Fireworks at Coors Field

Jordan Pacheco launched his first career grand slam Friday night.By Bryan HeadJordan Pacheco's first career grand slam propelled the Colorado Rockies over the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field on Friday night, ending a 10-game losing streak against their division rivals. The Rockies fell behind early when former Rockie Marco Scutaro singled off of Jorge De La Rosa, and later...
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Pirates Could Have Interest in Reid Brignac

Jon Heyman tweets that the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Minnesota Twins are two teams who could have interest in infielder Reid Brignac. #pirates and #twins are among teams that could have interest in @reidbrignac — Jon Heyman (@JonHeymanCBS) May 17, 2013 Brignac was recently designated for assignment by the Colorado Rockies after hitting for a .250/.294/.375 line in 48 at-bats...
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