DNVR Colorado Rockies Podcast

Colorado continues to grab pitchers on minor league deals. Three more enter the fold and we've got the skinny on these former top prospects.C.J. Cron was in court for the trial of Eric Kay. Learn about his testimony and the fate of the former Ange's communication director. The lockout continues, but with each proposal comes a new wrinkle and new hope. Get the latest lowdown on the lockout."How the Rockies saved their bullpen, acquired an NL Manager of the Year and started Moneyball" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On August 9, 2020, the Colorado Rockies had the best record in all of MLB. Drew Goodman helps determine what could have been with Nolan Arenado, Trevor Story, Jon Gray and Jeff Bridich had the season ended with the team's third postseason in four years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin Henry from RoxPile and Call To The Pen dives into the ramifications of Commissioner Manfred's announcement that the universal DH will be back for good in 2022 and that certain changes are on the way for the MLB Draft. Could this announcement give a major edge to Colorado more than other clubs?We also break down Tyler Matzek's social media activity and find out just how good a baseball player Governor Jared Polis happens to be. (Hint: he does hold the all-time record.)"Picturing who could play in a Colorado Rockies Old Timers’ Day" by Kevin Henry"How the Portland Pickles are winning baseball social media" by Kevin Henry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Before Kyle Freeland, there was Mark Knudson. One of the first to suit up in the purple pinstripes, Knudson shares stories of playing at Mile High Stadium as both a minor leaguer with the Denver Zephyrs and with the Colorado Rockies in 1993."41’s Inside Pitch: Catching on – the toughest position in all of sports" by Mark Knudson"Mark Knudson’s 3 Strikes: Ownership issues could cost the Broncos in 2022... and networks could fill baseball void with college games" by Mark Knudson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The one constant for Colorado through the last decade has been Chuck Nazty. Few have spent as long with the same organization and accomplished as much statistically. How special has Charlie Blackmon actually been for the Rockies?Plus, updates on the CBA negotiations and Monday Mailbag with your questions."A Decade of Dependability: Charlie Blackmon enters rarified air in 12th season with Rockies" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Black is back for another year beyond 2022 and Drew Goodman of AT&T SportsNet breaks down why this is a big deal for the Rockies. Was it Colorado or Bud that didn't want a longer extension?We also get into Commissioner Manfred's morning press conference and figure out if it was filled with more good news or bad news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 9th overall pick in the 2018 MLB Draft - and 1st overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft - may be looking for a change in address. Is Kyler Murray more likely to play in the near future at Mile High or Coors Field?Plus, the Rockies are at it again with two minor league signings, including a pitcher who won some hardware in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Questions about Colorado's manager after this season have been answered: it'll be Bud Black once again. Where does Buddy stand on the all-time list of Rockies' managers and why he brought back for another round?The Joint Drug Agreement has been suspended, so players will not be drug tested this offseason. Will this be the start of the next PED era in baseball? Or is it more complex than that?"Bud Black extended at Rockies manager through 2023 season" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eric Wedum of D-Line Co offers his expertise on the best (and worst) of the newest logo and jersey designs by MLB and minor league clubs. How are the Rockies' affiliates faring with food identities and Fun Cup designs. Plus, we also look at the history of patches for Colorado going back to the expansion year in 1993, including those for the All-Star Game in 1998 and 2021.Video today's podcast courtesy of DNVR Sports on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Colorado added roster depth by signing three players on minor league deals. Who are these new Rockies and how can they help the club in 2022?Plus, long-time umpire Joe West calls it a career while the MLB Umpires' Association adds five new upstarts. Learn about Cowboy Joe's country album, his suspensions for touching players and the $500,000 he won based on a lie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the left field wall being moved back 26. 5 feet at Camden Yards to reduce home runs and make the ballpark more desirable to free agent pitchers, Drew Goodman from AT&T SportsNet discusses if the Colorado Rockies could gain an advantage by altering Coors Field.Plus, Jeff Francis into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and more than you'd ever want to know about the birth places of Rockies' players."Five years later, has the Bridich Barrier worked?" by Nathaniel Sunshine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Renee Dechert from Purple Row discusses her articles on two outfield free agents: former NL MVP Kris Bryant and Japanese sensation Seiya Suzuki. It's feasible the Rockies could sign either one, but will they?We also converse about being a baseball fan in Wyoming, the need for a team Hall of Fame and a recent minor league free agent that might start on Opening Day."Should the Rockies (try to) sign Kris Bryant?" by Renee Dechert"Why the Rockies should sign Seiya Suzuki" by Renee Dechert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Keith Law's top 100 prospects for 2022 has been released and the Colorado Rockies have three names on the list... kinda. What more do players like Zac Veen, Drew Romo and Benny Montgomery have to do to climb in the rankings? Does it even matter at this stage of their careers?Plus, we look at Tuesday's 90-minute meeting of the minds between MLB and the Players' Association. Is the start of Spring Training really in jeopardy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Diving into more socially progressive topics for what MLB could look like in 25 years, Justin Wick of Purple Row tries to also solve the issue of keeping certain nefarious names in the Baseball Hall of Fame."DNVR Exclusive: Former Rockies bench coach recounts Mile High Stadium and Larry Walker" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FanGraphs released their top 36 prospects for the Colorado Rockies and there's a lot to get excited about. Some good takeaways from Eric Longenhagen's list to discuss, namely Drew Romo, Jordy Vargas and players from the Dominican Summer League.Kevin Kiermaier and Kyle Schwarber are in the news again and their place on this season's roster makes far too much sense for it not to happen. How likely is it that Colorado makes these major upgrades?"The best, most realistic and incredibly beneficial trade scenario for the Colorado Rockies" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The BBWAA sent a strange message by electing David Ortiz and not Barry Bonds. Todd Helton got 7.1% closer to being enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame.Drew Goodman from AT&T SportsNet shares his thoughts on Cooperstown while digging into the Frontier League's new sudden-death tiebreaker and the history of legendary Rockies' coaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Tsuchiya, plaque sculptor for the Baseball Hall of Fame, describes his experience designing Larry Walker's plaque. We get his first take on David Ortiz making it to Cooperstown and the work ahead of him for the seven members in the Class of 2022.Plus, learn about the sculptures he's been making for Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati since 2003 and his interactions with legends Pete Rose, Joe Morgan and Johnny Bench."Todd Helton gains ground on Baseball Hall of Fame, David Ortiz elected to Cooperstown" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced David Ortiz as the only new member in the Class of 2022 as all other players on the ballot received less than 75%. Todd Helton took another step closer to Cooperstown by appearing on 52.0% of ballots from the Baseball Writers' Association of America.Writers from Purple Row and RoxPile - Justin Wick, Noah Yingling and Kevin Henry - discuss the mixed messages sent by voters and predict what year Helton may earn enshrinement."Today we see Helton’s Hall of Fame progress" by Justin Wick"David Ortiz calls writer obscenity live on Boston radio" by Noah Yingling"The one-and-done All-Star team of Baseball Hall of Fame rejects" by Bill Felber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rockies social media team is phenomenal and that's in large part due to Julian Valentin. He shares his favorite memories with Colorado, goes through his life as a professional soccer player and details his latest career working with athletes.Plus, the final installment of the Rockies Hall of Fame: relievers and catchers."DNVR Exclusive: Two years anniversary of Walker’s Hall of Fame announcement" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There are 1,000 reasons why Todd Helton should be the next representative of the Colorado Rockies in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. We list every one.Joined by Nick Bellopatrick, we break down the metrics that give greater context for why Helton is every bit as good as those first basemen in Cooperstown. Plus, the outfielder deserving of a place in the Rockies Hall of Fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We know the sluggers, but several starters in Rockies history have had impactful careers with the franchise. Sam Bradfield from Purple Row looks at which rotation mates should be included in a team Hall of Fame.And the coaches for Double-A Hartford Yard Goats have been announced, including one that has already had success with both Sam Hilliard and Michael Toglia.Colorado Rockies 2021 Season Review: Ranking the Rockies by Purple Row Staff"My Guy: Jon Garland" by Mac Wilcox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SS Dyan Jorge is a big ticket free agent from Cuba that will head directly to the Rockies incredible facility in the Dominican Republic. Hear from Drew Goodman about the quality and craftsmanship of Colorado's academy.We also look at the Las Vegas series against the Arizona Diamondbacks on March 18-19 and examine the intriguing coaching staff at Triple-A Albuquerque this year."Baseball Hall of Fame voting history for the Colorado Rockies, 1993-2021: Part One (Bichette, Burks and more)" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

K.P. Wee, author and host of The K.P. Wee Podcast, discusses his late book, "The Case For Barry Bonds in the Hall of Fame: The Untold and Forgotten Stories of Baseball’s Home Run King.”He details the double standards and unfair criticism Bonds has faced in his career, not to mention several interesting anecdotes about his treatment of teammates that have not been highly publicized.Whether you think you know everything there is to know about Bonds, you'll come away with a different understanding of Mr. 73*."The Case For Barry Bonds in the Hall of Fame: The Untold and Forgotten Stories of Baseball’s Home Run King.""John Cangelosi: The Improbable Baseball Journey of the Undersized Kid from Nowhere to World Series Champion" by K.P. Wee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Noah Yingling from RoxPile and Call To The Pen shares his thoughts on which infielders deserve acknowledgement in a Colorado Rockies Hall of Fame. Todd Helton, Troy Tulowitzki and Vinny Castilla seem like obvious guarantees, but who else would join them?MLB and the Players' Association met on Thursday. Nothing was worked out, but some promising developments transpired. And the Rockies signed one of the top international amateur free agents for $2.8 million. Who is he, what are the projections and what might this mean for Colorado's future?"The tragic story that doomed the Colorado Rockies 1994 Draft class" by Noah Yingling"Scott Rolen could have been a member of the Colorado Rockies" by Noah Yingling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Talking all-things Class of 2022 for the Baseball Hall of Fame, Manny Randhawa of MLB.com gives his nuanced thoughts about the differences between players like known PED-users Barry Bonds and Álex Rodríguez. Plus, where does the man banned from the game, Pete Rose, fit into the conversation.Manny competes in the toughest game yet of Taco's Or Tears: Hall of Fame Edition.Second Edition (feat. news of Larry Walker's HOF selection) of "The Blake Street Bombers" by Manny Randhawa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Drew Goodman shares his unique perspective on Thursday's CBA proposal between MLB and the Players' Association. The conversation around Hall of Fame voting heats up and Jon Lester's retirement requires deeper consideration for a place in Cooperstown.Plus, Rachel Balkovec and Genevieve Beacom carve their names in baseball history."Five memorable Colorado Rockies performances we didn’t witness in person" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Since the MLB-imposed lockout began on Dec 2, the two sides have not had a meaningful conversation on core economic issues. Thursday is the finally the day.What's the future of free agency and arbitration? Will the universal DH definitely be coming? Is a draft lottery really possible?Plus, we'll get into the details of the international signing period. What does it mean and what are the Rockies working with? Will they find the next Germán Márquez or Raimel Tapia? Can they get the next Vladimir Guerrero Jr. or Fernando Tatis Jr.?MLB & MLBPA have first meeting of the lockout: what to expect... by DNVR Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joined by Justin Wick of Purple Row, we dive deep in every segment of MLB to search for improvements, including the Automated Ball-Strike system.Which rules or elements of the game will stick around for the long haul (California tiebreaker) and which could be removed (the shift)? And could we make way for another coach with a specific set of skills?"The new “Hurdle” for internal hires" by Justin Wick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two interesting hires were made over the weekend: one by the Colorado Rockies and another by the New York Yankees.We discuss the resumes of Sterling Monfort and Rachel Balkovec, as well as highlighting the historic performance by 17-year-old Genevieve Beacom in the Australian Baseball League. DNVR Rockies Special Edition: Breaking Glass Ceiling - Kim Ng ushers in new era for women in sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A hodgepodge of topics takes us to all corners of the baseball world: Coors Field as a host site for a college football Bowl Game, the automated strike zone and its impact on the sport and the return of fans in 2021.Drew Goodman and Patrick also go in detail about the Michael Kay-Alex Rodríguez booth for ESPN Sunday Night Baseball and how former players successfully transition to broadcasting.We also surmise if knowing the day-by-day percentages for players on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot has been a good thing since it was first instituted nearly a decade ago. Is the suspense gone or is the meaningful conversation more important? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Iowa, London (ENG) and now New Jersey could be in line for the Field of Dreams treatment. What's the best site in Colorado to hold a special baseball game? And how can such a game bring awareness to a cause greater than the good of the sport?Kevin Henry from RoxPile and Call to the Pen breaks down all the fun and intriguing topics from the past week: Trevor Story as a fit to play 2B for several AL teams, surprise candidate for Mets' bench coach, Angels being unorthodox with their coaching staff, connections between Betty White and Babe Ruth, and the never-boring Jose Canseco. "Harold Reynolds pushing for Field of Dreams game at Negro League stadium" by Kevin Henry"Chicago White Sox can solve second base dilemma with Trevor Story" by Kevin Henry "Trevor Story looks unlikely to sign with the St. Louis Cardinals" by Noah Yingling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

He's in the final year of his contract and there's a new general manager. What could it mean for Rockies manager Bud Black and the future of the coaching staff?Scuttlebutt regarding Alex Rodriguez taking over a "Manningcast" type show for ESPN has created an interesting conversation. Could a few former Rockies working around the league be candidates as his co-host?Also, the Arizona Diamondbacks want YOU to work for them. Here about the qualifications of becoming a bullpen catcher."U.S. Mint Accepting Orders for Negro Leagues Baseball Commemorative Coin Program" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What does it mean for the Colorado Rockies if teams like the Oakland Athletics and Washington Nationals are in sell mode? Should Atlanta refuse to show the bag to their stars, could a Freddie Freeman signing throw a wrench into the works that benefits Colorado?It's also Day 35 of the lockout and we touch base with where both sides are at, including intruging quotes from Marcus Semien and Max Scherzer. Have the players already given in on one of their hopes for the next CBA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Players drunkenly visiting your hotel room, temperatures below -40 degrees and an error involving Bucky Dent are all apart of being a broadcaster in baseball.The triumvirate of Drew Goodman (AT&T SportsNet), Mike Rice (KOA Radio) and Kyle Kercheval (Royals' High-A, formerly of the Grand Junction Rockies) offer their best stories of being in the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rockies play-by-play broadcasters Mike Rice and Drew Goodman sit down for a long-form conversation about their life in the business. They share advice for young professionals getting into the industry while offering their journey into the industry.Kyle Kercheval of Legends HS in Parker, CO is on his way to the top and has his own tales from his time with the Grand Junction Rockies and Quad Cities River Bandits."Rockies offseason recap, plus rest of the best of DNVR Rockies 2021" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The excellent FanGraphs writer and creator of ZiPS joins the podcast to talk all things projection systems and the issues plaguing the Colorado Rockies.Dan Szymborski also shares his thoughts on which players could exceed projections and which could offer the most return in the trade should the Rockies need to get creative. And how many wins could Colorado reach with the addition of free agents at shortstop and outfield this offseason?"2022 ZiPS Projections: Colorado Rockies" by Dan Szymborski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Germán Márquez, Ryan McMahon, Trevor Story, C.J. Cron and Brendan Rodgers all stood out in 2021 as player who provided a lot of joy to fans of the Colorado Rockies in 2021.Also, Larry Walker had his number retired and became the first member of the Colorado Rockies to enter the Baseball Hall of Fame. Oh, and we hosted the All-Star Game at Coors Field. What a season full of memories..."Best of DNVR Rockies 2021" by Patrick Lyons"Purple Prospects and Post-Mortem on the 2021 season for Colorado" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Babe Ruth, Satchel Paige and new Hall of Famer Bud Fowler all had a hand in providing the state of Colorado with a rich baseball history. The man who literally wrote the book on it, "Baseball in Denver," joins us to talk about a few more forgotten legends.We even get into his semi-pro ball club, the Denver Browns. While the Denver Bears/Zephyrs may have left town 30 years ago, Matthew Repplinger is doing many of the same things today in the Mile High City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2021 Colorado Rockies bullpen ended up being a little bit better than advertised despite some issues at the closer's role. Is there a chance the same will happen again in 2022? Who is the closer of the future? And which player can be the next Lucas Gilbreath or Jordan Sheffield?We dip our toes in the latest ZiPS projections and discuss the first superstar of the franchise, Andrés Galarraga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andrew Mason - aka Mase - from DNVR Broncos is back to bask in the glory of Atlanta's 2021 World Series Championship. Minus the pearls, Mase celebrates the great moments from a team that barely made the postseason despite being NL East favorites entering the season.We also get into the MLB Lockout as well as Freddie Freeman's free agency, the obscenely team-friendly contracts given to Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies and all the free money lying around for the owners of the club, Liberty Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rockies have 14 road trips on the 2022 schedule and Drew Goodman from AT&T SportsNet helps draft the best of the best. (Plus, we workshop some quirky activities for our friend Ryan Spilborghs.)We break down the newest National League manager and highlight one pitcher who's been an overlooked candidate for Colorado's 5th starter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This ad free episode looks into the top 10 prospects for the Colorado Rockies according to the latest list by Baseball America. We let you know who has the best tools and who are the two names you need to know a lot more about.Plus, the Rockies have done well to add minor league free agents, but there are more available on the free agent market that could provide depth to both the starting rotation and the bullpen.FREE ARTICLE: "The greatest manager-player combos in Colorado Rockies team history; Black set to make history in 2022" by Patrick Lyons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sports card collecting has undergone a major resurgence in the past two years. We discuss everything surrounding the industry with Jason Keen, the owner of a shop specializing in all-things-collectibles in the Denver metro area.How does a Mike Trout card from 2011 become worth more than $4 million? Why are cards from the late 80's not worth much? And which special error cards from that period have significant value?For more information on Grand Slam Sports Cards & Comics, visit their page on Facebook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This time last year, the Colorado Rockies had signed Connor Joe and C.J. Cron to minor league deals, as well as other contributors Chi Chi González, Taylor Motter and Zac Rosscup. There's another intriguing group who could see time in the Bigs for 2022, including one who could get 400 at-bats.Our guest helps us name every single Opening Day starter in franchise history via Sporcle. Spoiler: we run out of time and miss three players. You'll be shocked about who gets forgotten."7 (or more) trade targets from the Kansas City Royals for the Colorado Rockies" by Noah Yingling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

MLB is discussing major changes to the way the games are consumed, mainly the ease in which fans can watch their hometown team and without paying exorbitant prices. Evan Lang of Purple Row helps break down the details.Plus, we introduce a new game called "Taco's Or Tear's" and you can even play along while you listen. Think you know more than our guest? Listen and find out!"It's all in the numbers: the Rockies history of #2" by Evan Lang"Ian Stewart could have been a contender" by Evan Lang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The voice of the Rockies on AT&T SportsNet joins the podcast for his weekly conversation about all things Colorado baseball. Drew Goodman highlights an intriguing coaching hire who could push the right buttons to help give the lineup more pop.We update the figures on Todd Helton's Hall of Fame candidacy and figure out if Baseball Reference's most popular player in Colorado is legit or nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jesse Montano is joined by Eric Wedum, Patrick Lyons, AJ Haefele, and Harrison wind to discuss the most controversial calls and rules in sports today. The crew goes through all the major sports ranging from the NFL, the MLB, all the way to tennis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Rockies have spent $80.25 million on the roster this offseason, but has that been enough to move the needle on the 2022 season for Aniello Piro?We find a line of demarcation on the Hall of Fame as it pertains to the PED Era and discuss if New York Mets owner Steven A. Cohen is following in the footsteps of George Steinbrenner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan McMahon has only two more years under club control before he hits free agency, so let's figure out an extension to keep him with the Rockies.Colorado has also added a few new names to the coaching staff. Will Japanese slugger Seiya Suzuki be the upgrade the lineup needs to add some pop? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Colorado could trade from depth in their outfield to improve their bullpen or bolster their farm system. And their shortstop situation would become trickier if the Houston Astros and New York Yankees combine to sign Carlos Correa and Trevor Story. At least it won't be too bad if the San Diego Padres continue to take steps backwards.Kevin Henry from RoxPile elaborates on why players like Bonds and Clemens should be enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame."Could the Colorado Rockies and Cleveland Guardians be trade partners?" by Kevin Henry"The Chicago Cubs 'attempted' to trade for San Diego Padres first baseman Eric Hosmer" by Noah Yingling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.