Colorado was aggressive during the 2020 MLB Draft when they bet against the odds by selecting a high school catcher in the first round. How unlikely should the Rockies have known the results would not work out? Would they have been better taking Tyler Soderstrom?

The Athletics new ballpark in Las Vegas is scheduled to open in 2028. The history of new stadiums shows a lot of playoff teams and a handful of World Series winners. Could the A's actually add their name to the list in a few seasons?

Plus, understanding the MLB Debut Patch cards, expensive Rockies cards courtesy of Topps and a unique Paul Skenes cards coming from Onyx.

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No matter when you paid attention to the Colorado Rockies in 2025, you still managed to witness a lot of losses. Which was the worst L during the 119-loss campaign? Was drafting Ethan Holliday better than the improbable 17-16 comeback win over the Pirates?

Kyle Freeland finished the year with a 4.98 ERA. That might feel like he'd be far from the conversation for the team's best pitcher in 2025, but he was selected the winner for the Ubaldo Jiménez Award. Why is his candidacy greater than two outstanding relievers, Jimmy Herget and Victor Vodnik?

Plus, two great baseball events coming up in the next month, an unlikely fan favorite and the worst moment during the worst season in franchise history.

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The wild, wild west of technology will be a littler more mild in 2026 with MLB's latest decision to standardize usage in minor league ballparks around the country. How will this benefit the Colorado Rockies? Why is this bad for the sport of baseball? And is Dick Monfort at the center of this decision?

Kazuma Okamoto is looking to sign with an MLB team before the January 4 deadline and the Rockies check off a lot of boxes for him. How many boxes does Okamoto check off for Colorado?

Plus, a few options for another Boston Red Sox trade and the rationale for why a Victor Vodnik trade makes more sense next season.

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For a farm system panned by many as one of the worst in the sport, several Colorado Rockies prospects turned heads during 2025 while others need to have similar success this upcoming season. Inspired by Kyle Newman’s intriguing article from the Denver Post, who are the prospects you should pay closest attention to in 2026?

The new front office has a lot of decision to make with the team's young outfield. Could we see a decision as early as Spring Training? Would an outstanding year for Benny Montgomery translate into an MLB debut? Is it possible Cole Carrigg could pull of a "Mookie Betts"?

Plus, potential for Colorado to sign Kaz Okamoto at first base, two pitchers opt to retire instead of pitching in Denver and the one prospect not getting enough love for a successful minor league season.

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Every Rockies fan would like to see a Team Hall of Fame and Museum. With the entire organization undergoing an overhaul, perhaps such a thing will be considered again by Dick Monfort and company. Would a series of creative bobbleheads help fund such an endeavor?

Plus, the greatest moments that deserve a fun bobblehead (or bobblehand in the case of Matt Holliday), a father-and-son three-parter for Ethan Holliday and the Great Giambino gets honored for his three-homer game.

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It's been quite some time since the Colorado Rockies have reached the World Series. It's been the same amount of time since fielding a Japanese player. Why does new President of Baseball Operations Paul DePodesta think his organization needs to invest in scouting in the Pacific Rim?

The 44 players from Japan who have debuted since 2008 have combined for an impressive 215.6 bWAR and 20 selections to the All-Star Game. Who's the only position player from Japan from that group to suit up for the Midsummer Classic?

Plus, another first baseman comes off the board for the Rockies, Ryan Rolison gets DFA'd yet again and a few more Colorado names make their way to Asia for the 2026 season.

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The 2019 season had a lot of ups and downs, most notably the rift between superstar Nolan Arenado and Rockies GM Jeff Bridich. What began with the lost of DJ LeMahieu before the season turned into something much worse. What if Colorado had looked in the mirror and realized they needed to rebuild then? What opportunities would they have had in renovating their roster? And would be in a world where the Rockies would be contenders in 2026 if they had?

Colorado announced three coaches for Warren Schaeffer's staff next year, plus the return of two bullpen coaches. Who's doing what and what's the new position being added to the Rockies' coaching staff.

Plus, dreams of a World Series with a certain Brendan Rodgers trade before the 2019 season, Corey Dickerson becomes a first base coach with an American League club and the son of former GM Dan O'Dowd signs with the Rockies.

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Kansas City and Pittsburgh made notable moves over the weekend in their pursuit to contend in their respective Central divisions. Both teams have struggled to avoid 100-loss seasons, with KC taking a different approach in their rebuild. Can Colorado learn from their experiences? And which prospect could be the Rockies version of superstars Bobby Witt Jr. of the Royals and Paul Skenes of the Pirates?

More player minor league movement for players with former ties to Colorado. Who did the Rockies sign to battle for a spot on the 2026 Opening Day roster?

Plus, the Chicago White Sox sign the bargain of the offseason, the Boston Red Sox conduct yet another trade and the worst baseball trade easily in the last 10 years.

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