On this episode of the BSN Rockies Podcast, Drew Creasman and Patrick Lyons speculate wildly on the rumors surrounding the Colorado Rockies, in particular, whether or not they might have the interest and means to acquire elite catcher J.T. Realmuto or super utility man Marwin Gonzalez. Plus, could they get in on the rumored notion that the Cubs could be…...
On this episode of the BSN Rockies Podcast, Drew Creasman and Patrick Lyons break down the news that the Colorado Rockies received two Gold Glove nominations but notably not a third. This allows an extension of the ongoing conversation around how to measure defense. Plus, with Bud Black heading into the final year of his deal, what priority, if any,…...
DENVER – On Thursday afternoon, Major League Baseball and Rawlings unveiled the finalists for the 2018 Gold Glove awards, marking defensive excellence at each position. With winners to be announced in early November, the biggest news out of this whole process for fans of the Colorado Rockies is not the two names from their club who are regulars on the…...
On this episode of the BSN Rockies Podcast, Drew Creasman begins to take an early look at free agency for the 2019 season. After answering some questions on a myriad of topics, we take a look at a few specific names and positions that the Rockies could target in the offseason to try to continue their upward trajectory. What will…...
The Colorado Rockies 2018 season ended in disappointment but it was still a thrill ride for the most part. Players and the manager took the time after the game to talk about the season in the rearview mirror and a little bit about what the future may hold. Hear the raw and uncut audio from Bud Black, Nolan Arenado, Carlos…...
DENVER – There is no mistaking the fact that the Colorado Rockies offense has been stuck in the mud since they left Colorado for Los Angeles after a 12-0 win over the Washington Nationals on the final day of the (scheduled) regular season. Scoring two runs against the Dodgers, then two against the Cubs, then two one more time against…...
DENVER – Sunday afternoon will not only feature the first postseason baseball game in Denver, Colorado for nearly a decade, it will also be the second straight time that 23-year-old German Marquez will pitch in the single most important game of his life. Acquired in 2016 innocuously via a trade “headlined” by Corey Dickerson and Jake McGee, Marquez has since…...
Go inside a somber but still defiant Colorado Rockies clubhouse after they were shutout by the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 2 of the NLDS by a score of 4-0. Manager Bud Black gets into another fantastic pitching performance that was once again let down by the bats. Carlos Gonzalez tries to figure out how to get the offense going and…...
MILWAUKEE – The story for the entire 2018 Colorado Rockies campaign has been the flipping of their script from a club that used to be known for offense and nothing else to one that has relied heavily on pitching and defense. But that hasn’t stopped the offensive woes of the team from proving problematic throughout the year, especially here in…...
MILWAUKEE – The Colorado Rockies were very nearly completely dominated in the first game of the NLDS by the Milwaukee Brewers. They managed just one hit over eight innings while the Brew Crew ran out flamethrower after flamethrower in an impressive display of the quality of their own bullpen? But in a best-of-five series, did they play their cards too soon…...
Check out the raw, uncut audio from after the Colorado Rockies 3-2 loss in extra innings against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 1 of the NLDS. Manager Bud Black talks about facing a team that is “bullpenning” and how his guys fought back late. Antonio Senzatela discusses in MLB postseason debut (in English!) and Gerardo Parra talks about his late…...
MILWAUKEE – The Colorado Rockies just announced their 25-man roster for the National League Division series and there are a few notable names not on the list. While it is easy to understand and justify why each of these players did not make the cut, it is still worth reflecting on how crazy it is that the Rockies got to…...
MILWAUKEE – The game of baseball demands people like Tony Wolters exist. A professional ball club can begin to feel like a giant machine, the players, coaches, and front office staff at times seeming as cogs who push the wheel ever forward. But in reality, it is far messier and chaotic than all that. Disparate motivations and egos and lots…...
DENVER – On April 12, 2017, Denver native Kyle Freeland made the second start of his major league career against the San Diego Padres. You may not remember that start. You’re likely far more familiar with the one right before it; the opening day extravaganza against the Los Angeles Dodgers that stole the heart of this baseball city, the shutout…...
Tensions were running high in Denver, Colorado on Monday despite the dramatics taking place in Los Angeles, California. It was arguably the most dramatic setting for a game Colorado Rockies history. But Walker Buehler took all the wind out of the Rockies sails with a stellar performance that kept Colorado off the board until the final inning. The final from…...
DENVER – The stage is set. The time is now. The game is on. The Colorado Rockies can still win their first ever National League West title. But it won’t be easy. As it was always going to be, as it has almost always been, the road for the West goes through Los Angeles and the boys in blue. It…...
DENVER – Soon after 1:12 PM first pitch at Coors Field, it became apparent that Colorado would need to travel to Los Angeles for a one-game playoff in order to claim the National League West. But they would still need to win to force it. In the process of getting to game 163, Tyler Anderson emerged as the third horse…...
On this episode of the BSN Rockies Podcast, Drew Creasman is joined by Drew Butera who discusses what he has seen from each of his starting pitcher’s since joining Colorado and what the winning DNA of this team looks like. Then, Trevor Story talks about the incredible season he has had and which of the records he has broken that…...
DENVER – At some point, the act of scoreboard watching became taboo. Or, at least, admitting to the act did. But, as manager Bud Black puts it, “They put a big beautiful scoreboard right there in right field…of course I look.” The Colorado Rockies have not been shy about sharing that they have enjoyed a few recent losses for key…...