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Publisher, Rockies Roundtable. Roundtable Sports sportswriter for Brewers, Dodgers, SF Giants, Rangers. My work has appeared on Pro Football Network, Entrepreneur, Huffington Post, and Good Men Project.

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MLB, MLBPA Issues Don't Bode Well for Rockies

Nov 3, 2026

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Katz Must Start Reshaping Rockies' Pitching Situation

Nov 3, 2026

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Petit goes to Tigers from Rockies

Right-handed pitcher RJ Petit is going to the Detroit Tigers. Petit was a 2025 Rule 5 pick by the Colorado Rockies. Now, though, he's being returned to Detroit and will see if he can get his career back on track. The Tigers picked Petit in the Rule 5 Draft in 2025. He missed the entire 2026 MLB season due to Tommy John surgery. Petit did get some work in Spring Training for the Rockies, but an elbow injury put him on the shelf in March. Petit does not have any major-league experience to note. He was a non-40-man-roster player, too.Nov 3, 2026

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Rockies Make Moves to Shape 40-Man Roster

Nov 3, 2026

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Rockies Name Katz as New Pitching Coach

Nov 2, 2026

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Ohl claimed off waivers by Mets

On Monday, the Colorado Rockies announced that pitcher Pierson Ohl was claimed off waivers by the New York Mets. Ohl's season was halted last season as he had to deal with Tommy John surgery. Ohl was a 14th-round draft pick by the Minnesota Twins in the 2021 MLB Draft. He's appeared in 14 games in his career, holding an 0-3 overall record. Ohl, in 14 innings of work, has three career saves and 27 strikeouts. Ohl will now get a chance to potentially join the Mets' pitching staff next season.Nov 2, 2026

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Can Rockies' Karros Have Great 2027 Season?

Nov 2, 2026

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Keep an eye on Rockies' minor-league system

Mentioning the Colorado Rockies' minor-league system might send some fans into fits. It's been a rather rocky road, at times, for those prospects to come up and deliver. If you look at last season, though, players like TJ Rumfield and Cole Carrigg definitely had an impact on how the team played. Their gutsy style of play rubbed off a bit on their teammates, too. That's a short list to consider, of course. Those future prospects, though, have a great opportunity to grow and come up to the major leagues down the road.Nov 2, 2026

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Jackson Put Together Solid Season for Rockies' Fresno Team

Nov 2, 2026

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Rockies aren't done building their pitching plans

Don't expect the Colorado Rockies to have the same type of look when it comes to preparing their pitching staff before next season. After Alon Leichman was fired as pitching coach for the team, Troy Renck of The Denver Post offered this thought in a story. Renck reported that the Rockies might add "a position to help with advance reports and produce quicker in-game adjustments." Well, anything that can help the Rockies overcome their pitching woes is helpful. So, keep an eye on this progress as the offseason rolls along.Oct 31, 2026

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Is Condon Preparing to Join Rockies at MLB Level?

Oct 31, 2026

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What Does Future Hold for Freeland With Rockies?

Oct 30, 2026

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Hurdle provided years of service to Rockies

While Clint Hurdle will be leaving the Colorado Rockies' organization at the end of October, his imprint on its future will be lasting. Hurdle not only managed the ballclub, but remained close to those players who are coming up through the ranks. The franchise has been looking to improve a lot. That's especially in the light of four straight 100-plus-loss seasons. Hurdle will now watch from whatever he'll do in his future to see the Rockies show improvements thanks to his insights and coaching.Oct 30, 2026

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Hurdle Wraps Up His Time in Rockies Organization

Oct 30, 2026

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Offseason is now here for Rockies

Once the Milwaukee Brewers secured their World Series title on Wednesday night, that kicked off the MLB offseason. There are many burning questions around MLB, mostly focused on a potential work stoppage. But the Colorado Rockies should be in full swing now as the franchise gets down to the business of changing a few things. The Rockies want desperately to avoid yet another 100-loss season in 2027. The clock is officially ticking right now.Oct 30, 2026

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Rockies Face Decision on Key Starting Pitcher

Oct 30, 2026

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Rockies Notebook: O'Dowd Picks Up Play in Arizona Fall League

Oct 28, 2026

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What Will It Take for Rockies to Make World Series?

Oct 25, 2026

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Will free agents flock to Rockies?

Obviously, any free agent out in the MLB marketplace is looking for a new home before next season rolls around. Would a free agent or two consider landing with the Colorado Rockies? That's an interesting thought because the team is making improvements little by little. The improvements have not reflected into a record below 100 losses in the past few seasons. But the Colorado front office is doing its best. Now, after the World Series ends, then we'll have to not only watch and see what happens with free agents. There's that other little issue of a potential lockout hanging over the major leagues, too.Oct 25, 2026

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Can Rockies Avoid Yet Another 100-Loss Season?

Oct 23, 2026

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