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Rockies land Broncos owners for 40% stake, signaling a renewal push
sports20 hours ago

Rockies land Broncos owners for 40% stake, signaling a renewal push

Rockies owner Dick Monfort sells a 40% minority stake to the Penner Sports Group (Broncos co-owners Greg and Carrie Walton Penner) for about $672 million, providing debt relief and capital to pursue a long-term plan while Monfort retains leadership. The move aims to elevate the franchise from a longtime regional fixture to a more sustainable, championship-focused operation, with the Penners’ track record in Denver sports signaling stronger stewardship even as attendance dips and labor talks loom.

Campusano Comes Through as Padres Rally, Estrada’s Velocity Slips
sports21 hours ago

Campusano Comes Through as Padres Rally, Estrada’s Velocity Slips

Campusano delivers late-inning RBI and standout defense for the Padres in a win over the Rockies, with Bogaerts continuing to anchor the lineup; Estrada is dealing with reduced velocity and command issues, prompting bullpen and roster considerations as San Diego anticipates Jason Adam’s return and leans on Vásquez; the piece also notes strong City Connect uniform sales and ongoing discussions about Padres’ offensive vs. pitching dynamics.

Padres Walk-Off Grand Slam Delivers Crushing Blow to Rockies and a Legendary Broadcast Moment
sports1 day ago

Padres Walk-Off Grand Slam Delivers Crushing Blow to Rockies and a Legendary Broadcast Moment

Xander Bogaerts hit a bases-loaded walk-off grand slam in the 12th to beat Colorado in San Diego, underscoring the Rockies’ brutal 2025 season. Rockies play-by-play voice Drew Goodman’s deadpan call—joking that a grounder would end the jam—matched the moment’s irony, while Padres announcer Don Orsillo provided the electric call. The loss leaves Colorado at 6-7 on the year after a four-game win streak, continuing a painful stretch for the franchise.

Rockies Interviewing Candidates for Key Front Office Role
sports5 months ago

Rockies Interviewing Candidates for Key Front Office Role

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.

Dodgers narrowly avoid no-hitter loss to Rockies after Glasnow's strong start
sports7 months ago

Dodgers narrowly avoid no-hitter loss to Rockies after Glasnow's strong start

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.

Giants' Rafael Devers' 30th Home Run Sparks Bench-Clearing Brawl in Rockies' Loss
sports7 months ago

Giants' Rafael Devers' 30th Home Run Sparks Bench-Clearing Brawl in Rockies' 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.

Kyle Karros, son of Eric Karros, makes MLB debut with key RBI
sports8 months ago

Kyle Karros, son of Eric Karros, makes MLB debut with key RBI

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.

Rockies rally from 9-run deficit to stunning 17-16 victory over Pirates
sports8 months ago

Rockies rally from 9-run deficit to stunning 17-16 victory over Pirates

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.