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Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 19, Carson Palmquist

19. Carson Palmquist (201 points, 16 ballots) Palmquist has a low, funky arm slot and has utility as both a starter and reliever — he worked in both roles in 2025 for the Rockies long enough that he’s only about a week short of exceeding rookie eligibility, so this could also be his last PuRPs […]

From Purple Row | 8 days ago | 1 read

Taking stock of the Rockies’ toolbox

THIS IS A GUEST ROCKPILE BY JAMES RIGGENBACH In baseball, we talk about the hit tool, the power tool, the five-tool player. Every scouting report is an attempt to answer the same question: What skills does this player bring to the field, and what could the player become?  On the position player side, those tools […]

From Purple Row | 8 days ago | 1 read

Purple Row After Dark: Was trading Angel Chivilli the right move?

Last week, the Colorado Rockies traded RHP Angel Chivilli to the New York Yankees for first base prospect T.J. Rumsfeld. Later that day, president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta said of the move, I wouldn’t say we necessarily wanted to [trade Chivilli], because he obviously has a terrific arm, he’s still very young, he did […]

From Purple Row | 9 days ago | 7 reads

This Week in Purple: Baseball month starts tomorrow

Today is the last day of January, which means tomorrow is February. Just one major sporting event stands between us and the start of baseball season (or two, if you count the Waste Management Phoenix Open this weekend). Last weekend was Rockies Fest, and the organization laid out their plans for the future. We’ve learned […]

From Purple Row | 10 days ago | 0 reads

Purple Row After Dark: Ask us questions!

Since it’s almost February, it’s time to turn our attention to Purple Row’s monthly mail bag. In case you need a refresher, here’s the January mail bag. There have been a lot of changes over the last month plus Rockies Fest, so there are plenty of things to chat about. This link will take you […]

From Purple Row | 10 days ago | 1 read

Rockies course correction depends on learning from failure

As one of the 5,000 Rockies fans to hear from the new front office and coaching staff and lean into the new-look Rockies organization at Rockies Fest on Jan. 24, I was struck by three things: First, a genuine feeling of optimism. Coming off 119 losses, it almost seems impossible, but I was inspired by […]

From Purple Row | 11 days ago | 1 read

Purple Row After Dark: Kyle Freeland looks ahead

After Rockies Fest ended last Saturday, Kyle Freeland, Hunter Goodman, and Jake McCarthy answered media questions. We’ve reviewed comments from Goodman and McCarthy, so I thought we’d take tonight to consider what Freeland had to share. It’s been a productive offseason for the lefty, and he’s excited about the changes happening at 20th and Blake. […]

From Purple Row | 11 days ago | 1 read

Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 21, Jordy Vargas

21. Jordy Vargas (161 points, 14 ballots) Vargas was one of Colorado’s headline prospects from their January 2021 amateur free agent class, signing for $500k out of the Dominican Republic. The 6’5” 22-year-old right-handed starter has MLB bloodlines — he is the son of pitcher Yorkis Perez, who played in parts of nine big-league seasons for […]

From Purple Row | 12 days ago | 0 reads

How recent roster moves are shaping the direction of the Rockies

The Colorado Rockies haven’t exactly had a quiet off-season. They hired an entirely new front office and coaching staff as the organization begins their much needed modernization and rebuild efforts. They’ve signed two veteran free agents in Michael Lorenzen and Willi Castro to Major League deals, acquired Jake McCarthy from the Arizona Diamondbacks, brought on […]

From Purple Row | 12 days ago | 1 read

Jake Bird’s adjustments could give him a second chance

Last year, on July 31st, the New York Yankees traded prospects Roc Riggio and Ben Shields to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for right-handed reliever Jake Bird, who had a 3.49 FIP to that point, albeit with a 4.73 ERA, in 53.1 innings. Unfortunately, he imploded upon reaching the Bronx, and just three outings were […]

From Pinstripe Alley | 12 days ago | 4 reads

Purple Row After Dark: Paul DePodesta discusses the flurry of roster moves

The Colorado Rockies made a number of roster moves on Wednesday within the span of two hours, and Skyler Timmins did a marvelous job of keeping up with them: At 2pm, Paul DePodesta hopped on Zoom with the media to answer questions about the moves and what they mean for the future of the organization. […]

From Purple Row | 12 days ago | 4 reads

Twins Trade Julien, Ohl to Rockies

Once one of the most promising Twins on the roster, Edouard Julien’s time in Minnesota has come to a close. The Twins announced they traded Julien and pitching Pierson Ohl to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for right-handed pitching prospect Jace Kaminska. Julien, 26, was instrumental to the Twins’ 2023 playoff run when they finally […]

From Twinkie Town | 13 days ago | 0 reads

Rockies acquire Edouard Julien and Pierson Ohl from Minnesota

In yet another move this morning, Colorado Rockies announced they have acquired infielder Edouard Julien and right-handed pitcher Pierson Ohl from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for minor league pitcher Jace Kaminska and cash considerations. Out of minor league options, Julien, 26, joins the club after spending parts of three seasons with the Twins. Originally […]

From Purple Row | 13 days ago | 1 read

Rockies trade Angel Chivilli to the Yankees

The Colorado Rockies announced they have agreed to a deal with the New York Yankees, sending right-handed reliever Angel Chivilli to the Bronx in exchange for minor league first baseman T.J. RumField. Chivilli, 23, looked like he could be a staple of a fresh Rockies bullpen when he debuted with the team in 2024. After […]

From Purple Row | 13 days ago | 1 read

Yankees acquire righty reliever Angel Chivilli from Rockies for T.J. Rumfield

“Shorty you’re my Angel, you’re my darling Angel” No doubt somewhere in the Bronx or Tampa, Matt Blake is quietly singing Shaggy’s popular refrain to himself while watching video. YES Network’s Jack Curry reported that the Yankees landed Angel Chivilli, a right-handed reliever, from the Colorado Rockies, sending Triple-A first baseman T.J. Rumfield in return […]

From Pinstripe Alley | 13 days ago | 1 read

Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 22, Yujanyer Herrera

22. Yujanyer Herrera (115 points, 15 ballots) Herrera turned 22 a few months ago, but he has been a professional for over six years, having been signed in August 2019 out of Venezuela by the Brewers for only a $10k bonus. Due to the pandemic, Herrera didn’t throw a pitch in affiliated ball until 2021 and he […]

From Purple Row | 13 days ago | 1 read

The Rockies need more big league ready catching depth

As the Colorado Rockies prepare for spring training in a few weeks, there are still plenty of questions across the board for most positions. When it comes to the starting catcher, however, we know Hunter Goodman is going to be geared up behind the dish come Opening Day and deservedly so. Goodman’s All-Star season, which […]

From Purple Row | 13 days ago | 1 read

Purple Row After Dark: Jake McCarthy makes his Rockies (Fest) debut

Rockies Fest must have been weird for Jake McCarthy. Just over two weeks ago, the Colorado Rockies traded for him, and last Saturday, he found himself in a Rockies jersey answering questions from a very Rockies crowd on a very cold day in Denver. Still, McCarthy, like any good baseball player, showed up and did […]

From Purple Row | 13 days ago | 1 read

The Washington Nationals Need To Pounce On A Free Agent Starting Pitcher

Even before trading MacKenzie Gore to the Texas Rangers in exchange for 5 prospects, the Nationals’ rotation was looking very subpar entering 2026. Following Gore’s departure, the unit now projects to be 29th in fWAR this season, according to Fangraphs, finishing ahead of only the Colorado Rockies, not great company when talking about pitching. Foster […]

From Federal Baseball | 14 days ago | 2 reads

Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 23, RJ Petit

23. RJ Petit (115 points, 12 ballots) RJ Petit is a tough guy to miss. Colorado’s pick in the 2025 Rule 5 draft from the Detroit Tigers organization is a 6’8”, 300-pound titan of a right-handed relief pitcher. Originally drafted by the Tigers in the 14th round of the 2021 draft out of Charleston Southern, […]

From Purple Row | 14 days ago | 2 reads

Warren Schaeffer looks to 2026: “It’s an exciting time right now”

Warren Schaeffer is, by any standard, an energetic and positive person. He also tends to keep busy, though that has been especially true since becoming the Colorado Rockies permanent manager as he participated in hiring new staff, communicated with players and a new front office, and began planning spring training. So, how was his offseason? […]

From Purple Row | 14 days ago | 0 reads

Purple Row After Dark: Hunter Goodman is ready for what’s next

We learned a lot at Rockies Fest 2026, so I thought we’d take this week for a late-night rehash. Over the course of the weekend, I got to participate in a range of conversations, and I’m not sure they lend themselves to Rockpiles, but they seem like good discussion starters for the Purple Row Night […]

From Purple Row | 14 days ago | 1 read

Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 24, Wilder Dalis

24. Wilder Dalis (93 points, 11 ballots) The 19-year-old Venezuelan switch-hitting third baseman and shortstop was signed as an older 16-year-old in May 2023 (most of the highly touted prospects sign in January) to a small enough bonus that it wasn’t reported, indicating that Dalis wasn’t highly sought after as a prospect. No matter — […]

From Purple Row | 15 days ago | 0 reads

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. The Arizona Diamondbacks came into the league five years after the Rockies did, and even they set up both a 20th Anniversary Experience […]

From Purple Row | 15 days ago | 0 reads