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Paul DePodesta, after nearly a decade with the Cleveland Browns as Chief Strategy Officer, has been appointed as the president of baseball operations for the Colorado Rockies, marking his return to Major League Baseball after a successful career in sports management and analytics.
The Colorado Rockies are seeking a new head of baseball operations and have interviewed external candidates including James Click, Scott Sharp, and Matt Forman, as part of their efforts to rebuild after multiple losing seasons and leadership changes. The article discusses the candidates' backgrounds, the challenges of working in Colorado's unique environment, and the potential interest from these executives in the role.
The Colorado Rockies have parted ways with GM Bill Schmidt after a poor season and are considering outside candidates for the role, with Thad Levine, a former Rockies executive and current MLB front office veteran, among the top contenders.
The Colorado Rockies have announced that GM Bill Schmidt is stepping down, with reports indicating he was fired, as the team begins a search for an external leader to modernize and rebuild their struggling baseball operations and farm system after a series of poor seasons and strategic missteps.
The Los Angeles Dodgers narrowly missed completing a combined no-hitter against the Colorado Rockies, with Tyler Glasnow pitching seven no-hit innings before being replaced in the ninth, ultimately winning 3-1. Despite close calls this season, no MLB team has achieved a full no-hitter in 2024, with the last one occurring in September 2024. The Dodgers are currently leading their division, while the Rockies have the worst record in MLB.
Tyler Glasnow pitched seven near no-hit innings, and Blake Treinen finished the game as the Dodgers beat the Rockies 3-1, narrowly missing a no-hitter in a game that kept them ahead in the NL West race.
The Los Angeles Dodgers narrowly defeated the Colorado Rockies 3-1 on September 8, 2025, with Tyler Glasnow and Blake Treinen combining for a near no-hit performance before Tanner Scott secured the save, while the Rockies set a franchise record with their 104th loss.
A benches-clearing brawl erupted at Coors Field after Rafael Devers' early home run during a game between the Giants and Rockies, leading to ejections for Kyle Freeland, Willy Adames, and Matt Chapman. The incident was sparked by Devers' reaction to his home run and resulted in a Giants victory, while the Rockies remain at the bottom of the league standings.
The Colorado Rockies promoted infielders Kyle Karros and Aaron Schunk to the major league roster amid a series of injuries to their infield, including Orlando Arcia and Thairo Estrada, who are both on the injured list. Karros, a promising prospect and son of Eric Karros, has shown strong minor league performance, while Schunk, who was recently outrighted, has struggled at the MLB level. These moves reflect the Rockies' need to fill infield gaps as they navigate a challenging season with an eye on future development.
The Colorado Rockies overcame a 9-run first-inning deficit to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 17-16 in a historic game, with Brenton Doyle hitting a walkoff homer in the ninth inning. The game featured multiple home runs, record-tying doubles, and a rare comeback, making it one of the most remarkable games in recent MLB history.
The Colorado Rockies staged an incredible comeback at Coors Field, erasing a 9-run deficit from the first inning and ultimately winning 17-16 against the Pittsburgh Pirates, highlighted by a walk-off homer from Brenton Doyle. This rare feat marked only the third time since 1969 that a team won after trailing by at least nine runs in the first inning.
The Rockies traded reliever Tyler Kinley to the Braves for Double-A pitcher Austin Smith, with Kinley providing veteran depth and upside for Atlanta, while Smith is a young prospect recovering from Tommy John surgery.
The New York Yankees are trading for Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon, sending two minor league pitchers in exchange, to address their needs for a left-handed bat and third base replacement, with McMahon expected to bring power and solid defense to the team.
The Yankees acquired Ryan McMahon from the Rockies to address their third base needs, trading prospects Griffin Herring and Josh Grosz. McMahon, a proven defender and 2024 All-Star, provides a solid option at third despite modest offensive stats this season. The move aims to strengthen the Yankees' roster for a playoff push, with potential for further trades focusing on pitching.
The Colorado Rockies signed their No. 4 overall draft pick, Ethan Holliday, to a $9 million bonus, the largest ever for a high school player, with Holliday expected to become their top prospect due to his athleticism, power, and defensive skills, although he may eventually move to a different position.