On this episode of the BSN Rockies Podcast, Drew Creasman wraps up the series with the Chicago Cubs with a focus on the incredible MLB debut from Peter Lambert. Plus, a few thoughts on Jeff Bridich’s criticisms of the media and another look at an offense showing all the right kinds of signs....
ALBUQUERQUE, NM. – Some stories are just designed from the ground up to fill the heart with warmth. That’s the relationship right now between the Colorado Rockies and their Triple-A affiliate, the Albuquerque Isotopes. Announcing a two-year extension of their deal on Monday, both parties had the word “family” on the tips of their tongue when speaking of the closeness…...
On this episode of the BSN Rockies Podcast, Drew Creasman picks the brain of Colorado Rockies General Manager Jeff Bridich. He describes his earliest memories of Nolan Arenado and his ongoing strong relationship with Bud Black. Plus, some thoughts on his role and some of the unique challenges that he faces as a GM....
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz – Before Nolan Arenado was widely known as the King of Clutch, before he was the supreme athlete we know today who rightfully commanded a $260 million contract, before he was the face of the franchise, he was just another kid trying to make his way in the Colorado Rockies organization. It wasn’t as easy a process as…...
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz – The Colorado Rockies have become famous, or perhaps a bit infamous depending on your disposition, for a slow and steady approach when it comes to the wheeling and dealing side of the business. It’s ironic that General Manager Jeff Bridich has made fewer trades than any other GM in MLB since taking over the job with the…...
Las Vegas – The big news heading into the 2018 Colorado Rockies season was the eye-popping amount of money they spent (over $100 million in contracts) in their bullpen that was expected by many, myself absolutely included, to be one of the best collections of relievers in the game. Wade Davis and Bryan Shaw brought with them exemplary resumes and…...
LAS VEGAS – Colorado Rockies General Manager Jeff Bridich address a small group of reporters on Monday during the first official day of the MLB Winter Meetings. Bridich talked a lot about various processes in which the organization would abide and from which it would not waver. He also confirmed the areas of target for player acquisition will be at…...
On this episode of the BSN Rockies Podcast, Drew Creasman recounts most of the major points to come out of GM Jeff Bridich’s Friday press conference. All the big topics are discussed including Nolan Arenado’s contract, DJ LeMahieu and Adam Ottavino’s free agency, the club’s biggest area of need, and the philosophy regarding young players and looking outside the organization…...
DENVER – The Colorado Rockies, despite carrying just four position players on their bench, are now into their second month with three catchers. Veteran Chris Iannetta is the steady hand. He knows how to work an at-bat and a game. He has the experience and savvy to serve as a guiding force for young rotation. Even though his surface numbers…...
Colorado Rockies General Manager Jeff Bridich sat down with the media for nearly a half-hour with much of the discussion centering around the club’s recent acquisition of relief pitcher Seung-Hwan Oh. He also talks more broadly about his strategy moving forward, addressing several specific areas like left-handed relief and the catcher spot. Plus, his thoughts on how well the team…...
The Colorado Rockies have a plethora of possibilities at first base in 2018 including trusting their own top prospect or hitting the markets for help.
Yesterday, the Colorado Rockies signed Wade Davis to a three-year $52 million contract with a vesting option for a fourth year; here's the fallout.
On Friday, the Colorado Rockies went all in, signing electric 32-year-old closer Wade Davis to a three year, $52 million contract.
Clearly David Dahl's bat was missing and relied upon by the 2017 Rockies. Colorado lacked offense and more importantly length in their lineup.
On this episode of the BSN Rockies Podcast, Drew Creasman and Jake Shapiro talk about the latest with J.T. Realmuto. The boys review the Rockies need for a hitter, and ask if it should be Carlos Gonzalez....
On this episode of the BSN Rockies Podcast, Drew Creasman and Jake Shapiro weave their way through interviews with newly signed reviler Jake McGe and Bryan Shaw as well as GM Jeff Bridich. They cover the bullpen, potential moves at first base and much more. Also, are they going to compete with the Dodgers for the NL West?...
A tale of two Winter Meetings experiences should have Colorado Rockies fans feeling confident about their team’s outlook for 2018. While the Rockies were busy building a dominant bullpen, committing upward of $50 million on Bryan Shaw and Jake McGee in addition to producing what Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports called a ‘nice’ offer to Greg Holland, their National League…...