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What Rockies Manager Warren Schaeffer Is Telling Us—Without Saying It

There has been a shift in philosophy in Colorado, and it is becoming evident on the fields of Arizona. The Colorado Rockies have made recent moves and taken actions to reignite their struggling organziation.

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Postgame notes on a Colorado Rockies 6-4 win over the Dodgers

This evening in the Colorado Rockies first night game of 2026, they headed home with a 6-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. For game highlights, click here.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 7

Surprising Rockies X-Factors Could Spark Turnaround in 2026

In his first offseason in charge of the Colorado Rockies as president of baseball operations, Paul DePodesta hit the ground running with some low-risk, high-reward moves.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 7

Rockies Starter Criticizes Latest Spring Training Start for Lack of Mechanics

The Colorado Rockies have three veteran options in their starting rotation this season. But it’s one youngster they hope evolves into their ace one day.

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Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / March 7

Why Rockies spring training feels different this year

Every spring training has roster battles. That part isn’t new. What feels different about Rockies camp this year is who is competing — and why. Last year, many roster decisions felt tied to something other than baseball performance.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

T.J. Rumfield News / Purple Row / March 6

Rockies Reacts Results: Fans believe in TJ Rumfield

We’re about halfway through spring training, which means position battles are heating up. Earlier this week, we asked who you thought had the best chance to break camp with the Rockies, and you answered!

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 6

One Rockies Bench Bat Could Play a Bigger Role Than Expected in 2026

The Colorado Rockies were the worst team in Major League Baseball last season and by a large margin. Their 119-loss season meant change was on the way, and while they might not be a team to finish over .500, they are a team that should be taking steps in the right direction.

Colorado Rockies News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Takeaways from the Rockies Top 30 Prospects

On Wednesday, March 4, Major League Baseball Pipeline released the initial top 30 ranking for the Colorado Rockies’ farm system. The headliners are obvious, as they are the only two players in Colorado’s farm system currently ranked in the top-100 by MLB Pipeline.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 6

Colorado Still Has One Trade to Make Before Opening Day

Fresh off the worst season in franchise history, the Colorado Rockies brass is aiming for a massive turnaround. The Rockies are in the midst of the worst three-year stretch in team history, but that may change this season.

Adam Laskey News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 6

Adam Laskey Should Have the Rockies Considering Final Move Before Opening Day

The Colorado Rockies lost to the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday afternoon, 10-8, bringing the team to 6-7 this spring training. Before the Brewers game, the Rockies lost to the juggernaut Team USA 14-4 in an exhibition matchup on Wednesday.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 5

Rockies Superstar Prospects Fill MLB Spring Breakout Game Player Pool

One of the best things about the spring breakout games is it gives fans an opportunity to see every franchise's future up close and personal. The Colorado Rockies will be no exception.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 5

Rockies Receive Promising New Outlook Ahead of Opening Day

Coming off a season where they went 43-119, there is nowhere to go but up for the Colorado Rockies in 2026. There were some big changes made, including changes in the front office with a new president of baseball operations, Paul DePodesta and a new general manager, Josh Byrnes.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 5

Rockies Fans Can Now Breathe With Two Key Players Preparing for Return

The Colorado Rockies have already been grappling with sending players to the injured list. Fortunately, it's only spring training, and there are still a few weeks between now and Opening Day.

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Mickey Moniak News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 5

Rockies OF Mickey Moniak Shows Respect After Homering off MLB Legend

The Colorado Rockies went up against Team USA on Wednesday and got a reality check of where they stand as a franchise against the best of the best in the United States.

Aaron Judge News / Yardbarker / March 5

Team USA's drubbing of Rockies only raises WBC expectations

Team USA's drubbing of Rockies only raises World Baseball Classic expectations

Is Team USA this good? Or are the Colorado Rockies this bad?

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Michael Lorenzen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4

Why Michael Lorenzen chose Rockies in free agency

The Colorado Rockies are coming off a historically putrid season in 2025 in which they went 43-119. Anything at this point would represent a step up for a franchise that’s been plagued by payroll issues, poor personnel choices, and horrible free-agent signings.

Hunter Goodman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 3

Hunter Goodman reveals Rockies’ ‘changed mindset’ after ugly 2025 season

The Colorado Rockies finished the 2025 season with a 43-119 record, which was the worst in MLB. With the club preparing for the upcoming 2026 campaign, catcher Hunter Goodman claims he and his teammates have put things in the past and are focusing on the future.