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Phrases and terms such as “generational” and “can’t-miss” flood player evaluation more and more with each top prospect. Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday is another member of that long list.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / August 28

The Orioles Should Stick With Jackson Holliday In The Leadoff Spot (For Now)

There was a time last spring when an interim Orioles skipper revealed the depths of how overmatched he was by declaring then-struggling Jackson Holliday as the team leadoff guy into perpetuity, or something close to it.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 26

Orioles' Jackson Holliday vies for another strong game at childhood ballpark in St. Louis

Jackson Holliday hopes the good results and positive vibes coming from a familiar ballpark can spark him down the stretch for the Baltimore Orioles. Holliday spent plenty of time at Busch Stadium watching his dad, slugger Matt Holliday, play for the St.

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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.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / May 30

Rockies Top Prospect Ethan Holliday Suffers Season-Ending Setback

The Colorado Rockies, what more could go wrong in a season? Well, to start, how about receiving the worst possible news they could get about their No. 1 prospect?

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 30

Report: Rockies' top prospect Ethan Holliday out for season

Ethan Holliday, the top prospect of the Colorado Rockies, will undergo left foot surgery and be out for the season, MLB.com reported. The 19-year-old shortstop, who was the No.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 29

Rockies’ Prospect Ethan Holliday To Undergo Season-Ending Foot Surgery

Rockies top shortstop prospect Ethan Holliday has been diagnosed with a stress fracture in his left foot, reports Thomas Harding of MLB.com. He’ll undergo surgery that will end his 2026 season.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / May 24

Rockies Evaluating Former First-Round Pick for Recent Injury

It’s not great news when there’s a top talent player making news due to an unfortunate situation. The Colorado Rockies' top prospect has not been in the lineup since Wednesday due to a foot injury. Holliday is one of the best prospects in the Rockies' farm system.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / May 13

Colorado Rockies Top Prospect Ethan Holliday Is on Another Level Right Now

At the Major League level, the Colorado Rockies are playing better than they did compared to the 2025 version of themselves, yet still sit in last place in the National League West.

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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.

Baltimore Orioles News / Field Level Media / April 22

Orioles 2B Jackson Holliday (hand) suffers setback

Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday will have an MRI following another setback in his recovery from a right hand injury. The former No. 1 overall draft pick was removed from Triple-A Norfolk's game against Memphis on Tuesday after he experienced discomfort during a swing.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 23

Ethan Holliday Hits Back At Critics With Bold Message

While all top prospects in the MLB have a massive burden of expectations on their shoulders, Ethan Holliday probably carries a lot more pressure to succeed than others.

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Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 16

Rockies Roots Run Deep for Ethan Holliday After Father Starred for Franchise

The Colorado Rockies selected Ethan Holliday No. 4 overall in the 2025 MLB draft was about as no-brainer a moment as a franchise could have. One of the top ranked players in the draft going to the same franchise that his father, Matt Holliday, broke in with?

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / March 15

Ethan Holliday’s Insane Moment Playing with Team USA Against Rockies

Ethan Holliday won’t be with the Colorado Rockies in 2026, unless he progresses fast through the minor league system. But he’s already had some Major League moments.

Athletics News / 5 GOATs / February 26

Matt Holliday to sell his Oklahoma home for $12 million

Former MLB star and World Series champion Matt Holliday has listed his Oklahoma home for $12 million. The estate includes 136 acres, a 7,500 square foot home, a two-level pool, which is $2 million, a baseball field, and a barn with a batting cage and pickleball court.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 26

Rockies Prospect Named One of Best 18-Year-Old Prospects In Baseball

The last name Holliday has historically carried a lot of weight in the world of baseball. In the past, baseball fans certainly remember the name Matt Holliday, a 2011 World Series champion, and a seven-time All-Star.

MLB News / Colorado Rockies on SI / October 19

Matt Holliday Makes His Case for Rockies to Consider Hiring Notable Executive

The Colorado Rockies are in the midst of a search for their new baseball operations leader. Following the resignation of general manager Bill Schmidt, the Rockies vowed to look at candidates from outside the organization.

MLB News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 21, 2025

Ethan Holliday Impresses During His First Batting Practice With Rockies

Colorado Rockies fans got to see something they hope will be a sight for years to come: Ethan Holliday taking batting practice at Coors Field. The fourth

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 12, 2025

Matt Holliday Thinks Cardinals Have Just 1 Untouchable Player

With the St. Louis Cardinals currently at a crossroads, it's hard not to think about what's next. St. Louis is 72-75 on the season and has just 15 games left in the regular season.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 6, 2025

Matt Holliday, Lance Lynn Address Issues Facing Cardinals

One of the biggest talking points for the St. Louis Cardinals throughout the 2025 Major League Baseball season has been about the number of fans in the stands.

MLB News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 4, 2025

Will Ethan Holliday Still Be Rockies' Top-Ranked Prospect in 2027?

The Colorado Rockies probably had the best-case scenario happen for them in the 2025 MLB draft. Sitting at fourth overall, it seemed like the consensus top two players in the draft -- Ethan Holliday and Kade Anderson -- were going to be gone by the time they selected, which would have removed both of the highest-ceiling players off the board.

Athletics News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 14, 2025

Ethan Holliday Selection Breaks Lengthy MLB Draft Drought For Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies selected Stillwater (Okla.) high school shortstop Ethan Holliday with the No. 4 pick in the MLB Draft on Sunday night. For both the franchise, and Holliday, it was a special selection, as his father Matt, previously starred for the organization.

Colorado Rockies News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 13, 2025

Colorado Rockies Keep it in the Family, Select Ethan Holliday in 2025 MLB Draft

The Colorado Rockies picked Matt Holliday in the seventh round of the 1998 MLB Draft, taking a flier on an outfielder who turned out to be a seven-time All-Star, four-time Silver Slugger and one-time World Series champion.

Athletics News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 8, 2025

Cardinals Reveal Wild Story Behind Matt Holliday Blockbuster Deal

The St. Louis Cardinals have clearly had some success in the trade market over the years. Recently, guys like Nolan Arenado and Paul Goldschmidt have been the big-name trade pickups.

Athletics News / Bluejaysnation / July 4, 2025

With the eighth overall pick, the Blue Jays could select… Ethan Holliday?

The top high school player in the 2025 draft is Ethan Holliday. If the Holliday last name sounds familiar, Ethan’s father is Matt Holliday, who spent 15 seasons in the big leagues with the Colorado Rockies, Oakland Athletics, St.

Athletics News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 18, 2025

Colorado Rockies Predicted to Make Legacy Selection in Upcoming MLB Draft

According to MLB Draft guru Kylie McDaniel of ESPN, the Colorado Rockies are going to take another Holliday in this upcoming draft: In his latest mock draft, McDaniel has infielder Ethan Holliday projected to land with the Rockies at No.

MLB News / Just Baseball / May 21, 2025

Jackson Holliday Providing a Bright Spot in Dim O’s Lineup

Stats taken prior to play on May 20. Not much has gone well for the Baltimore Orioles this season. Pitching woes in the rotation and bullpen, a lineup that’s struggled to score runs, and various injuries have all contributed to their dreadful start to the 2025 season.

Colorado Rockies News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 25, 2025