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Unheralded Southpaw Could Eventually Be Surprise Starter For Rockies

While Brady Parker isn't ranked among Colorado's top farm players in the franchise, but he has put up exceptional numbers with the Single-A Fresno Grizzlies.

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The state of the Colorado Rockies farm system, August 2026

In the process of writing about every player who received votes in our biannual Purple Row Prospects (PuRPs) list — this edition it was 68 players across 29 qualifying ballots — I learned a bit about trends and system strengths and weaknesses.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 26

Is the platoon system still working for the Rockies?

There has been talk in the Purple Row comments of late about platoons. The 2026 Colorado Rockies have used the platoon system for a while, or at least it has been more apparent this season.

MLB News / Purple Row / August 25

The Rockies let the dogs out, defeat the Nationals, 3-1

The Washington Nationals had plenty of puppers in attendance at Nationals Park as they welcomed the Colorado Rockies in for Game 2 in a four-game stint.

Cal Raleigh News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

Hunter Goodman News / Field Level Media / August 25

Back from IL, Hunter Goodman goes deep as Rockies top Nats, end skid

Hunter Goodman homered in his return from the injured list as the Colorado Rockies snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 3-1 win over the host Washington Nationals on Tuesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

T.J. Rumfield News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 25

Where Rockies' TJ Rumfield Currently Sits in NL ROY Voting Odds

The Colorado Rockies may not be a playoff team this season, but they are getting production out of guys up and down their lineup. So much so that they have a rookie in the top ten of the current National League Rookie of the Year voting.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 25

2026 Transactions: Nationals DFA Williams, Rockies Promote Adams

Weeks after the Rockies acquired pitching prospect Mason Adams from the White Sox, Colorado will see what he can do in the Majors. Adams was promoted on August 25, one of several notable moves on the day.

Colorado Rockies News / New Baseball Media / August 25

2026 MLB Draft Review: Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies went college-heavy in the 2026 MLB Draft, although that strategy partially allowed the club to grab and sign two notable high schoolers.

Warren Schaeffer News / Colorado Rockies on SI / August 25

Rockies Manager Warren Schaeffer Unleashes Frustration After Sloppy Nationals Loss

Just when it looked like the Colorado Rockies were going to avoid a fourth straight 100-loss season, things have hit a big roadblock for manager Warren Schaeffer and his club.

Andrew Baker News / Purple Row / August 25

Andrew Baker Found His Pitch — and a New Home

Andrew Baker will tell you, politely but firmly, that the pitch chasing him around scouting reports right now is not a cutter. “It’s technically not a cutter,” the Colorado Rockies right-hander said.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / August 25

Colorado Rockies prospect rankings, mid-season 2026: Top 30 summary

After revealing the Purple Row community’s Colorado Rockies top prospect list over the last couple weeks, it’s time to show the whole list at once with some voting stats.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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 25

Rockies Home Hangover Continues with Historic Losing Streak at Coors Field

The Colorado Rockies look like they have a much brighter future than they do right now. With a stocked minor league system and fortified by a growing awakening by the fan base, the franchise is looking to turn the page.

Colorado Rockies News / Just Baseball / August 25

Colorado Rockies Unveil Bronze Statue of Larry Walker: 'I Don’t Deserve That'

DENVER — While it was fitting that the first player statue at Coors Field would go to the first Colorado Rockies player enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame, Larry Walker is the last person to talk about his legendary career.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

Tomoyuki Sugano News / Purple Row / August 25

Tomoyuki Sugano discusses his time with the Colorado Rockies

When the Rockies signed Tomoyuki Sugano (菅野智之), it came a surprise to many Colorado Rockies fans. The 36-year-old veteran was signed to bring leadership to a young pitching staff, which he has done quite well.

Mason Adams News / Field Level Media / August 25

Rockies RHP Mason Adams set for major league debut against Nationals

Colorado right-hander Mason Adams is expected to make his major league debut when the visiting Rockies face the Washington Nationals in the second game of their four-game series Tuesday night.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 24

Nats' bats awaken in fifth en route to rout of Rockies

Daylen Lile had a three-run homer among his three hits and five RBIs, Cade Cavalli turned in six solid innings and the host Washington Nationals snapped a four-game losing streak with a 10-3 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday.

Colorado Rockies News / Field Level Media / August 24

Rockies place LHP Kyle Freeland (neck) on 15-day IL

The Colorado Rockies placed veteran left-hander Kyle Freeland on the 15-day injured list with a pinched nerve in his neck and selected the contract of right-hander Blake Adams from Triple-A Albuquerque.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24

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.

Colorado Rockies News / EssentiallySports / August 24

Larry Walker’s Legacy Gets Permanent Tribute as Rockies Unveil Statue at Coors Field

The MLB journey that began in 1989 with the Montreal Expos has finally been immortalized. The 22-year-old went 1-for-1 with three walks and two runs scored, reaching base in all four of his plate appearances during Montreal’s 4-2 victory.

Parker Mushinski News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Rockies Designate Parker Mushinski For Assignment

The Rockies announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Mark Manfredi, a move that was previously reported. They also reinstated right-hander Jaden Hill from the 15-day injured list.

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.

Shohei Ohtani 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.

Dave Roberts sets condition where he would be 'disappointed' in Dodgers

Fans boo Dodgers' Kyle Tucker amid defensive mishap, offensive struggles

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches 30-30 club with walk-off HR

The 'Most HRs in one World Series' quiz

Michael Lorenzen 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.

Royals move on from Starling Marte

Phillies expected to part ways with Don Mattingly at season's end

Three MLB managers are expected to get fired if they miss the playoffs

The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz

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.

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.

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.

Rockies sign resurgent outfielder to two-year extension

Rays get their catcher in Liam Hicks

Rays bolster rotation by adding Tyler Wells from Orioles

White Sox acquire defensive wiz in Brenton Doyle

The 'MLB active K-leaders' quiz

Colorado Rockies 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.

New Colorado Rockies front office acquires six players on first trade deadline day

Brewers add to bullpen with trade for Rockies' Antonio Senzatela

The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz