From the top to the bottom of the organization, regardless of what outsiders think, the Rockies believe they can be a playoff team in 2017. “I do feel like we’re ready to take that next step,” general manager Jeff Bridich said.
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David Dahl still sidelined with back injury, but Rockies hope he can play in spring training
The good news on Rockies injured outfielder David Dahl ? Manager Bud Black hopes that Dahl will be able to play in Cactus League games toward the end of spring training. The undetermined news? The team is still trying to figure out exactly what is causing the 23-year-old discomfort in his upper back.
Rockies’ young pitchers hit hard by Brewers; Trevor Story homers, doubles
The Rockies’ young guns got shelled Sunday afternoon in a 9-4 loss to Milwaukee. Right-handers Carlos Estevez , Ryan Castellani and James Farris suffered rough outings as the Brewers scored eight runs over their last four innings.
Colorado Rockies: Biggest Trades in Franchise History: 3-1
Aug 29, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Ubaldo Jimenez throws a pitch against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports Let’s take a journey back in time.
Royals begin reworking roster to expand window to compete
Kansas City Royals’ Eric Hosmer celebrates his two-run home run against the Colorado Rockies during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 2, 2017, in Surprise, Ariz. less Kansas City Royals’ Eric Hosmer celebrates his two-run home run against the Colorado Rockies during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game Thursday, March 2, 2017, in Surprise, Ariz.
FPF: Pitching Changes
Hey all, I’ve been a lurker for a bit now but some of these FPF prompts have made me want to chime in. The pace-of-play initiatives have been something that I have mostly been vehemently against, though I do agree that there needs to be something done to get it closer to the 2/2.5 hour game it used to be.
Arizona Diamondbacks 1, Colorado Rockies 6: Shipley shape = not so Bristol fashion
Arizona were held to just four hits this afternoon, while a relatively full-strength Colorado team pounded out fourteen hits off the D-backs pitchers. Things started to go wrong immediately Braden Shipley took the mound.
Colorado Rockies: 3 Things You Should Know on February 10
… off right. Along with looking at the other teams in the National League West, the Associated Press wrote (and Fox Sports published) this look at the Rockies heading into the season. Spoiler alert: There are a lot of good things said about the team …
Rockies spend big in offseason to bolster bullpen, 1st base
The usually cost-conscious Colorado Rockies went on a little bit… . FILE – In this May 31, 2016, file photo, then-Texas Rangers’ Ian Desmond watches his two-run double off Cleveland Indians starting pitcher Corey Kluber during the eighth inning of a baseball game, in Cleveland.
Bettis Didn’t Believe Results Of Cancer Test At First
New Research Aims To Extend Lifespan Of Dogs, Are Humans Next? A Labrador retriever living in Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood may soon be on the cutting edge of aging research. ‘I’ve Shed More Tears Over Those Cubs’: Man Sentenced For Shooting Bears A Jefferson County judge has sentenced an Evergreen man to two years of probation for shooting two bears outside his home in September 2015.
Oscars Go Gaga For ‘La La Land’ With Record-Tying 14 Nods
New Research Aims To Extend Lifespan Of Dogs, Are Humans Next? A Labrador retriever living in Denver’s Capitol Hill neighborhood may soon be on the cutting edge of aging research. ‘I’ve Shed More Tears Over Those Cubs’: Man Sentenced For Shooting Bears A Jefferson County judge has sentenced an Evergreen man to two years of probation for shooting two bears outside his home in September 2015.
The 100 Greatest Colorado Rockies: 86. Cory Sullivan
… to think with an analytic mind. Almost a business approach to baseball. “Sully’s” former teammate and cohost on Root Sports commented on his friend’s baseball IQ. “He would tell you the truth about how you’re playing, and as a teammate that’s all …
Adam Ottavino embraces chance to close for Rockies, predicts a better bullpen
As the promise of spring training approaches, the Rockies’ lineup looks like it has the potential to be powerful and dynamic. Their young starting rotation should be its best since 2009, the last time the Rockies reached the playoffs.
Colorado Rockies: 3 Reasons for Optimism with the Offseason
… in the ninth inning at Fenway Park. Colorado defeated the Red Sox 8-2. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports The national media has continued to give the front office a hard time not agreeing with the vision that Jeff Bridich has for …
Chad Bettis now cancer-free, prepares for spring training
File – In this Monday, Sept. 5, 2016, file photo, Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Chad Bettis is shown in the team’s dugout in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Denver.
Colorado Rockies: What Does the Alexi Amarista Signing Mean?
According to published reports , the Colorado Rockies have signed Alexi Amarista to a one-year deal with a club option for the 2018 season. The Rockies have not officially confirmed this report yet but, if it’s true, let’s take a look at what this means for the team.