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Rockies Reveal Starting Lineup for Kyle Freeland’s Final Home Start of 2026

The Colorado Rockies are back in action after getting the day off after losing two of three against the Seattle Mariners. Now, the Rockies look to avoid their 100th loss of the season as they begin a new three-game series against NL West division rival Arizona Diamondbacks.

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Charlie Condon reflects on his season in Triple-A Albuquerque

Charlie Condon (No. 2 PuRP) was drafted third-overall in the 2024 draft and has been a highly touted prospect ever since. Condon was a walk-on for the University of Georgia his freshman year, and ultimately won the Golden Spikes Award during his senior year before being drafted by the Rockies.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 22

Assessing the Futures of Kyle Freeland and Other Rockies' Pending UFAs

For yet another season, the Colorado Rockies are playing out the string of a 162-game slate destined to end without a playoff berth. And so, the focus turns to the off-season, the first full winter with the club's new brain trust of president Paul DePodesta and GM Josh Byrnes at the helm.

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / September 22

Rockies director of player development Chris Forbes discusses where the Rockies system is and players to watch

On Saturday, Chris Forbes, the Colorado Rockies senior director of player development, answered questions for Purple Row. He explained organizational changes he’s seen over the course of the last year, players to watch for in the Rockies system, and how he’ll handle a lockout — if there is one.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / September 22

Scaling the Rocks: The last home series

Good morning, Purple Row! The Colorado Rockies were off on Monday, so everyone is rested and ready as the final week of the 2026 MLB season begins to unfold.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Kyle Freeland News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 21

Rockies' Kyle Freeland Faces Emotional Possibility in Final Coors Field Start

There are not very many professional athletes who get the opportunity that Kyle Freeland has had with the Colorado Rockies. Freeland has spent the last 10 years playing for his hometown Major League Baseball organization.

MLB News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 21

Projected Rockies Starting Rotation for Upcoming Diamondbacks Series

The Colorado Rockies, unfortunately, look bound for another 100+ loss season, but if there are any positives to take from 2026, it's that the team has shown improvement.

Kyle Freeland News / Field Level Media / September 21

D-backs face Kyle Freeland, Rockies with postseason on the line

The Colorado Rockies didn't end the postseason hopes of the Seattle Mariners over the weekend, but they could help eliminate the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks when the teams open a three-game series Tuesday night in Denver.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 20

Rockies Veteran Outfielder Quietly Putting Up Best Season of His Career

When a team comes within inches of the worst record in MLB history, it is unrealistic to expect a 50-game turnaround in one offseason. Still, the Colorado Rockies have turned things around, as shown by a near-20-game difference when they hit their 95th loss of the year.

Gabriel Hughes News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 20

Gabriel Hughes' Demotion is Not a Punishment

The Colorado Rockies made a roster move on Saturday ahead of their game against the Seattle Mariners, sending Gabriel Hughes back to Triple-A Albuquerque.

Ezequiel Tovar News / Just Baseball / September 20

The Rockies Have an Ezequiel Tovar Problem on Their Hands

The 2026 campaign hasn’t been a pretty one for the Colorado Rockies, who are (un)comfortably stuck in a multi-year rebuild. It’s true that as a whole,

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 19

Rockies score 4 times in seventh to rally past Mariners

Cole Carrigg delivered a go-ahead two-run single in a four-run seventh inning as the Colorado Rockies edged the Seattle Mariners 5-3 on Saturday night in Denver.

Jose Quintana News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Rockies Reinstate Jose Quintana, Designate Vimael Machín For Assignment

The Rockies announced that they have reinstated left-hander Jose Quintana from the 60-day injured list and designated infielder Vimael Machín for assignment.

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The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz

The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

Colorado Rockies News / Field Level Media / September 15

Rockies C Hunter Goodman leaves game with sore thumb

Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman left Monday night's game in the seventh inning against the San Diego Padres with right thumb soreness. Goodman slid into third base on his two-out triple in the bottom of the sixth and then came out to warm up pitcher Blas Castano in the top of the seventh.

Colorado Rockies News / TV Insider / September 11

‘Beyond the Bayou’: Jep & Jessica Robertson Make Major Life Decision

Jep and Jessica Robertson are enjoying their new Texas surroundings more and more on Beyond the Bayou . During the September 10 episode, Jessica spoke about the possibility of having their own ranch.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 11

Anthony Volpe makes big admission after return to Yankees, win over Rockies

For the first time since Aug. 1, New York Yankees infielder Anthony Volpe took swings in an MLB contest during Thursday's home game against the Colorado Rockies.

Anthony Volpe makes history in return for Yankees' rout

MLB roundup: Anthony Volpe returns with grand slam as Yankees roll

Why this return to Yankees is 'special' for Anthony Volpe

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

Aaron Judge News / Yardbarker / September 9

Why Judge wasn't 'happy' about return to Yankees for win over Rockies

Why Aaron Judge wasn't 'happy' about return to Yankees for win over Rockies

For the first time since May 31, the Yankees slugger and captain was in an MLB lineup for Tuesday night's home game against the Colorado Rockies.

Fernando Cruz says 'supernatural' gift may allow him to pitch again for Yankees in 2026

The 'MLB 1-home run, 2-walk games' quiz

Hunter Goodman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9

Rockies' Hunter Goodman has the stupidest blunder of the season

Hunter Goodman was somewhere on Jupiter during Tuesday’s game. The Colorado Rockies catcher Goodman committed the absolute stupidest blunder of the year against the New York Yankees on Tuesday.

Colorado Rockies News / EasySportz / September 6

Rockies Become First MLB Team Eliminated From Playoff Contention

The Colorado Rockies’ 2026 season has officially come to an end — at least when it comes to the postseason. The Rockies have become the first team in Major League Baseball eliminated from playoff contention, bringing another difficult season in Denver to a close.

Colorado Rockies News / TWSN / September 6

Colorado Rockies Becoming MLB’s First Eliminated Team Is Deceptively Encouraging

The Colorado Rockies have officially become the first MLB team eliminated from postseason contention. The elimination came after Colorado lost 10-8 to the St.

Colorado Rockies News / Larry Brown Sports / September 6

Doug Eddings tried to blame Rockies player for tilted hat controversy

Umpire Doug Eddings seemingly tried to blame a Colorado Rockies player for sparking a controversy over St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Hancel Rincon’s hat.

Hunter Goodman News / Yardbarker / September 6

Cardinals' hat drama with umpire takes new surprising turn

One day later, the drama surrounding the St. Louis Cardinals and umpire Doug Eddings didn't cool down at Coors Field.

Umpire Doug Eddings went on a ridiculous power trip in Friday’s game

Cardinals respond to umpire’s bizarre reaction

Colorado Rockies News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 5

Rockies Select Vimael Machin, Place Willi Castro On 10-Day Injured List

5:20PM: Machin’s contract selection has been officially announced, and Castro was placed on the 10-day IL (retroactive to September 2) due to what the team termed as left heel inflammation. To create a 40-man roster spot, Tyler Freeman was outrighted to Triple-A (more on this transaction here).