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World Baseball Classic 2026: Pool Play Day No. 8 thread

The group stage of the 2026 World Baseball Classic has reached it’s final day. Just three games remain in pool play before the knockout stage begins on Wednesday. How fitting it is that this final day of the group stage might also be one of the most impactful of the tournament. Game No. 1: Canada […]

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The Rockies can use a consistent DH and a versatile bench for improvement and evaluation

The Colorado Rockies enter the 2026 season searching for consistency across much of its lineup. For the Rockies last season, most positions were a revolving door. Swapping out struggling players, testing out prospects, and dealing with player injuries all contributed to the overall lack of stability. As the organization continues to evaluate young talent and […]

The Rockies have a chance to finally put “playing better” into practice

A common turn of phrase in sports during tough stretches is to simply acknowledge that a team needs to just “play better.” It’s quick and to the point and just vague enough to hopefully appease the worried fan base. However, like many half-baked recurring sketches on “Saturday Night Live,” the phrase can be overused and […]

Purple Row After Dark: An analysis of the Colorado Rockies new hype video

The Colorado Rockies dropped their 2026 pre-season hype video on Monday morning. Take a look: I know it’s only 30 seconds, but there’s a lot going on here (in addition to the gorgeous shots of the Colorado mountains), and it’s worthwhile to sort through what the Rockies are telling fans about the coming season. (Look, […]

Postgame notes on a Colorado Rockies 8-1 loss to the Reds

This afternoon, the Colorado Rockies lost to the Cincinnati Reds, 8-1. For a more detailed analysis, click here. We’ll start with postgame comments from manager Warren Schaeffer: And here’s starting pitcher Ryan Feltner: Please keep in mind our Purple Row Community Guidelines when you’re commenting. Thanks!

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World Baseball Classic 2026: Pool Play Day No. 7 thread

The knockout stage of this year’s World Baseball Classic is taking shape as we enter the final two days of pool play. Game No. 1: Israel (מְדִינַת יִשְׂרָאֵל) at The Netherlands (Nederland) Venue: loanDepot Park — Miami, Florida, USA First Pitch: 5:00 PM MDT TV: Fox One App Radio: MLB Audio; Sirius XM Lineups: RHP […]

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What will the Colorado Rockies outfield look like in 2026?

Something that Colorado Rockies president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta said at Rockies Fest has stayed with me. I’m paraphrasing, but he told fans to expect to see players in spring training games playing positions they have not generally been associated with. We’ve discussed this notion of “optionality” quite a bit. (See here and here.) […]

Jeff Pickler joins the Rockies “Mile High Baseball Nerd Club”

When I first wrote about the Colorado Rockies “Mile High Baseball Nerd Club,” truly, it was just a joke. But lately, I’ve come to wonder if perhaps the title isn’t spot on, especially after bench coach Jeff Pickler answered a few questions about joining a rebuilding team. A marketing major among humanists President of baseball […]

Rockies Reacts Survey: World Baseball Classic 2026 edition

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Rockies fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The World Baseball Classic is in full swing, and the Rockies have a number of players […]

Rockies injury updates: March 9, 2026

The Colorado Rockies provided the following medical updates on Monday morning: Please keep in mind our Purple Row Community Guidelines when you’re commenting. Thanks!

World Baseball Classic 2026: Pool Play Day No. 6 thread

Game No. 1: Dominican Republic (República Dominicana) at Israel (מְדִינַת יִשְׂרָאֵל) Venue: loanDepot Park — Miami, Florida, USA First Pitch: 10:00 AM MDT TV: FS1 Radio: MLB Audio; Sirius XM Lineups: Game No. 2: Colombia (República de Colombia) at Panama (República de Panamá) Venue: Hiram Bithorn Stadium — San Juan, Puerto Rico First Pitch: 10:00 […]

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The Rockies bullpen has velocity, intrigue and a lot to prove after a brutal 2025

Bullpens are funny things.  They can be invisible when everything is working and painfully obvious when they’re not. Over the course of a long season, though, they quietly shape the outcome of dozens of games.  And for a rebuilding team like the Colorado Rockies, they matter more than ever.  The Rockies’ bullpen in 2025 was… not great.  […]

World Baseball Classic 2026: Pool Play Day No. 5 thread

Game No. 1: Colombia (República de Colombia) at Cuba (República de Cuba) Venue: Hiram Bithorn Stadium — San Juan, Puerto Rico First Pitch: 10:00 AM MDT TV: FS2 Radio: MLB Audio; Sirius XM Lineups: Game No. 2: The Netherlands (Nederland) at Dominican Republic (República Dominicana) Venue: loanDepot Park — Miami, Florida, USA First Pitch: 10:00 […]

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Postgame notes on a Colorado Rockies 6-4 win over the Dodgers

This evening in the Colorado Rockies first night game of 2026, they headed home with a 6-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers. For game highlights, click here. Postgame video of manager Warren Schaeffer was not available, but here’s starting pitcher Zach Agnos: Sean Sullivan commented on his performance: And here’s Brenton Doyle on being […]

World Baseball Classic 2026: Pool Play Day No. 4 thread

Game No. 1: Colombia (República de Colombia) at Canada Venue: Hiram Bithorn Stadium — San Juan, Puerto Rico First Pitch: 9:00 AM MST TV: FS2 Radio: MLB Audio; Sirius XM Lineups: RHP Julio Tehran vs RHP Michael Soroka Game No. 2: Nicaragua (República de Nicaragua) at The Netherlands (Nederland) Venue: loanDepot Park — Miami, Florida, […]

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Why Rockies spring training feels different this year 

Every spring training has roster battles. That part isn’t new.  What feels different about Rockies camp this year is who is competing — and why.  When ‘veteran presence’ replaces production Last year, many roster decisions felt tied to something other than baseball performance. Several spots went to players whose value was often described in terms of ‘veteran presence’ or ‘clubhouse […]

Rockies Reacts Results: Fans believe in TJ Rumfield

We’re about halfway through spring training, which means position battles are heating up. Earlier this week, we asked who you thought had the best chance to break camp with the Rockies, and you answered! The vast majority of you believe that newly-acquired first baseman TJ Rumfield has the best chance of doing just that. Rumfield […]

Postgame notes on a Colorado Rockies 11-6 win over the Athletics

Today, this Colorado Rockies soundly defeated The Athletics 11-6. For game highlights, click here. I was unable to download manager Warren Schaeffer’s comments, so here’s Chase Dollander: Brett Sullivan had quite a day: And here’s Rockies third baseman Kyle Karros (who gave us some “Karro’s taco’s): And, finally, please enjoy five minutes of Rockies highlights: […]