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Jack Mahoney News / Purple Row / August 19
Colorado Rockies prospect rankings, mid-season 2026: numbers 15-11 
Now we enter the top half of the mid-season 2026 Purple Row Prospects (PuRPs) list. Previously we had PuRPs 30-26, 25-21, and 20-16. As a reminder, in this edition of the PuRPs poll, 29 qualifying ballots were cast, with 30 points granted for a first place vote, 29 for second, etc.
Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 19
Taking stock of the Rockies’ current starting depth
Starting pitching has proven to remain an enigma for the Colorado Rockies in 2026. Injuries and inconsistencies have tested depth and exposed that the Rockies have quite a bit of work to do in that department if they hope to be competitive any time soon.
MLB News / Purple Row / August 19
Rockies chip away but can’t overcome Dodgers in 7-6 loss
There just wasn’t enough LoDo Magic for the Colorado Rockies as their comeback effort fell just short in a 7-6 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Despite a solid offensive night and bullpen performance, the Rockies couldn’t overcome another difficult starting pitcher outing.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Hunter Goodman News / Field Level Media / August 18
Rockies place slugging C Hunter Goodman (shoulder) on IL
After missing the last four games, Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman was placed on the 10-day injured list by the club on Tuesday with a left shoulder strain.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Hunter Goodman News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 18
Rockies Place Hunter Goodman On Injured List
The Rockies announced they’ve placed star catcher Hunter Goodman on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to August 15, with a left shoulder strain. Braxton Fulford is up from Triple-A Albuquerque to replace him on the active roster.
Ryan Feltner News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 18
Rockies Roll Out Different-Looking Lineup Against Dodgers Behind Ryan Feltner
Opening a three-game series at home against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday night at Coors Field, the Colorado Rockies were looking to inch closer to avoiding losing 100 games.
Jared Thomas News / Purple Row / August 18
Jared Thomas lost six months. He never lost his belief.
Jared Thomas (Pre-Season PuRP No. 5) knew something was wrong with his hand last fall. He also knew it wasn’t stopping him. “It started off during the Fall League last year,” Thomas said.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 18
Rockies' Farm System Makes Massive Jump in Latest MLB Rankings
With the arrival of a new brain trust heading up the Colorado Rockies' front office, there came hope that a turn-around for the floundering organization might be coming.
Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 18
Colorado Rockies prospect rankings, mid-season 2026: numbers 20-16
We’re entering the mid-point of the mid-season 2026 Purple Row Prospects (PuRPs) list. Previously we had PuRPs 30-26 and 25-21; today we head into the top 20.
Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 18
Rockies Get Off to Rough Start at Home After Blowout Loss to Dodgers
The Colorado Rockies were riding high going into the start of their homestand after winning back-to-back series against the Arizona Diamondbacks and the San Francisco Giants.
Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 18
As Zac Veen and Cole Carrigg show, these aren’t your mother’s Colorado Rockies
If there’s a perverse reward that comes from being a fan of a bad team, it’s savoring the moments when those who haven’t been paying attention suddenly realize that things have changed.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani continues incredible run at Coors Field with two-HR game
After a rough few weeks, the Los Angeles Dodgers were looking for a jolt to kick off a short road trip. Shohei Ohtani gave them not just one, but two at Coors Field on Monday night.
Colorado Rockies News / Yardbarker / August 17
Rockies part ways with struggling pitcher Michael Lorenzen
The Colorado Rockies are moving on from veteran starting pitcher Michael Lorenzen, who has been designated for assignment.
Michael Lorenzen News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17
Rockies Designate Michael Lorenzen For Assignment
The Rockies announced that they have recalled right-hander TJ Shook from Triple-A Albuquerque. Fellow righty Michael Lorenzen has been designated for assignment as the corresponding move.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 16
Rockies scores 7 unanswered runs to rally past Giants
Adael Amador and Brett Sullivan, the bottom two hitters in the Colorado batting order, smacked three-run home runs and the visiting Rockies completed a season-series win over the San Francisco Giants with a 13-7 victory Sunday afternoon.
Colorado Rockies News / Viral Sports News / August 16
Former Colorado Rockies Outfielder Has Died
Former Colorado Rockies outfielder Butch Huskey, a powerful right-handed hitter who closed out his Major League career at Coors Field, died Friday at age 54.
Colorado Rockies News / Field Level Media / August 15
Zac Veen homers again, Rockies ride Kyle Freeland past Giants
Zac Veen splashed a home run into the San Francisco Bay, Kyle Freeland threw eight innings of four-hit ball, and the Colorado Rockies opened a three-game road series with a 5-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Friday night.
Edouard Julien News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13
Rockies Outright Edouard Julien
The Rockies announced that infielder Edouard Julien has cleared waivers and been sent outright to Triple-A Albuquerque. He had been designated for assignments earlier this week when Colorado recalled outfielder Zac Veen.
Zac Veen News / Just Baseball / August 13
Zac Veen’s Big League Promotion Was Overdue
The road to the big leagues was not always easy for former top-10 draft pick Zac Veen. The Colorado Rockies’ No. 7 prospect may finally be getting his chance to establish himself as a major league player.
Colorado Rockies News / Athlon Sports / August 11
Rockies Call Up 2020 First-Round Pick for D-Backs Series
The Colorado Rockies are giving one of their top prospects another opportunity in the majors, recalling outfielder Zac Veen ahead of Tuesday night's series opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Jake McCarthy News / Athlon Sports / August 10
Rockies' Jake McCarthy Wins Weekly Award Amid Breakout Season
Although the Colorado Rockies are still at the bottom of the standings, they are still providing some optimism for the future thanks to a productive group of position players.
Freddy Peralta News / Yardbarker / August 4
Freddy Peralta's struggles continue in horrendous Rays debut
Peralta made his Rays debut on Tuesday against the Colorado Rockies, and his performance fell right in line with the entire season.
Mickey Moniak News / Yardbarker / August 4
Rockies sign resurgent outfielder to two-year extension
Outfielder Mickey Moniak had been heavily featured in trade rumors ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline. Instead, he will be a part of the Colorado Rockies core as they look to return to relevance.
Antonio Senzatela News / Yardbarker / August 3
Brewers add to bullpen with trade for Rockies' Antonio Senzatela
Just ahead of the 6:00 p.m. deadline Monday, the Milwaukee Brewers struck a deal with the Colorado Rockies for a right-handed reliever who has rejuvenated his career this season.
Brenton Doyle News / Yardbarker / August 3
White Sox acquire defensive wiz in Brenton Doyle
Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz has already been busy ahead of Monday's 6 PM EST trade deadline, adding Luis Castillo in a trade with the
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31
Paul Skenes isn't giving the Pirates what they need, and it is costing them
The Pittsburgh Pirates invented a new way to lose an important game on Friday, dropping a staggering 8-7 game to the Cincinnati Reds that extended their losing streak to four games. They are now 5-9 since the All-Star break.
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