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MLB News / Purple Row / September 20

As part of their tribute to Todd Helton, Rockies beat the Mariners 5-3

Entering tonight with a taxed bullpen and a starting pitcher fresh off the injured list, the Colorado Rockies managed to battle back from an early deficit to earn a victory on a day of celebration for Todd Helton, a franchise legend.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / September 19

Rockies Unveil Statue of Hall of Famer Todd Helton in Pre-Game Ceremony

Last month it was Larry Walker. This month it was Todd Helton. The payoff was the same — a statue. The Colorado Rockies unveiled the statue of Helton on Saturday before the Rockies’ showdown with Seattle.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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 2

How TJ Rumfield’s Rookie Year Stacks Up to Todd Helton

When Hall of Famer Todd Helton retired after 17 seasons with the Colorado Rockies, the carousel of replacements at first base has made for a grueling search to fill his position.

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.

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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 19

Rockies' Hunter Goodman enhances trade value with historic three-HR game

Indicative of the Colorado Rockies' 2026 season, a player made franchise history in a loss. And even more importantly, showcased himself ahead of MLB's Aug. 3 trade deadline.

Reds homer 4 times to clinch series win over Rockies

Hunter Goodman joins rare Rockies company with three-HR performance

Reds had an embarrassing mishap with Chase Burns’ new contract

The 'N.L. home run leaders since 1994' quiz

Colorado Rockies News / Yardbarker / April 26

Rockies still searching for direction after three decades

The Colorado Rockies' inaugural season in Major League Baseball was in 1993. While it feels like yesterday to some fans, it has been over thirty years. And in those 30-plus years, one would think that the team would have seen a bit more success than they have.

Tommy Pham should be first of Mets' changes

Kazuma Okamoto showing signs of adjustment at the plate for Blue Jays

Could Alex Cora return to a MLB dugout during the 2026 season?

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Colorado Rockies News / Purple Row / January 26

Rockies set to unveil Larry Walker and Todd Helton statues

For years, many folks have clamored for the Colorado Rockies to honor their history. Many teams around the league have some sort of “Hall of Fame” honoring great achievements in franchise history.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 25

Ranking Rockies Legend Todd Helton’s Top 5 Career Moments

Colorado Rockies legend Todd Helton will have his statue unveiled on Sept. 19 before the game against the Seattle Mariners. The former first baseman played his entire 17-year career with the Rockies.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / January 24

Rockies to Unveil Statues of Two Franchise Legends During 2026 Season

Rockies Fest was a great chance for Colorado Rockies fans to meet their favorite players, coaches and franchise legends. It’s also a great time for the Rockies to make big announcements and they made a huge one on Saturday.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 24

Rockies Hall of Famers Larry Walker, Todd Helton getting statues at Coors Field

The Colorado Rockies will commemorate two of the most influential players in franchise history during the 2026 season with permanent statues outside Coors Field.

Colorado Rockies News / Colorado Rockies on SI / November 28

Can This Beloved Player Become Rockies Future President of Baseball Operations?

One of the most beloved players in the history of the Colorado Rockies is Todd Helton. His knowledge and leadership are qualities that won the hearts of Colorado fans. The excitement among fans was tremendous when Helton returned to the organization as a Special Assistant to the General Manager in 2022.

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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

Tennessee Volunteers News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / June 6, 2025

Liam Doyle Named 2025 Dick Howser Trophy Finalist, Eyes Tennessee’s First Win Since Todd Helton

Liam Doyle may have one of the busiest and most decorated summers in college baseball ahead of him. Tennessee’s ace was named one of four finalists for the 2025 Dick Howser Trophy, awarded annually to the top player in college baseball by the National College Baseball Writers Association.

Colorado Rockies News / A to Z Sports / April 7, 2025

Todd Helton shows that he's a true VFL with cool gesture toward former Tennessee Vols star

Former Tennessee Vols baseball star Todd Helton, a recent baseball Hall of Fame inductee, showed he's a true VFL this past weekend via cool gesture toward

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 18, 2024

Peyton Manning honors Todd Helton at Rockies Hall of Fame celebration

Former Colorado Rockies legend Todd Helton was commemorated at Coors Field for his Baseball Hall of Fame induction which prompted his former University of Tennessee football teammate and Denver Broncos great Peyton Manning to celebrate Saturday.

Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / July 21, 2024

Unique facts about the 2024 Baseball Hall of Fame class

On Sunday, Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, Joe Mauer and Jim Leyland received their formal inductions into Cooperstown.

Joe Mauer, Todd Helton, Adrian Beltre, manager Jim Leyland enter Hall of Fame

Mauer was one of the most complete catchers in the game's history

Helton nails honest, emotional speech

Watch: David Ortiz rubs Beltre's head at HOF induction ceremony

Beltre salutes fans during speech

Leyland had a great closing message during his induction

Colorado Rockies News / Fastball on SI / July 21, 2024

Colorado Rockies' Todd Helton Nails Honest, Emotional Hall of Fame Induction Speech

For the first time in his career, Todd Helton led things off on Sunday. Of course, the longtime Colorado Rockies first baseman didn't exactly find himself in the No.

MLB News / A to Z Sports / June 29, 2024

Todd Helton has an amazing tribute to the Tennessee Vols in his Baseball Hall of Fame display

Todd Helton is the greatest Tennessee Volunteer of all time, and given what the baseball team is doing right now, that's even higher praise. As it turns

MLB News / Just Baseball / January 26, 2024

Behind the Scenes in Cooperstown: Todd Helton’s Moment with Tony Gwynn

COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. — The two players spent their entire careers playing for rivals in the National League West, yet the art of hitting was something that brought Tony Gwynn and Todd Helton together.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / January 24, 2024

Todd Helton's Case Helps Pave the Way for Paul Goldschmidt

Let's get one thing out of the way from the start. Todd Helton is a most deserving Hall of Famer. If you're still stuck on the fact that his numbers were helped by Coors Field, then you've missed the boat.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 23, 2024