Locked On Rockies - Daily Podcast On The Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies are still facing familiar issues

27 Feb 2025

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The Rockies picked up another win yesterday, a close one that had the team bounce back from an early deficit. Throughout the game, the issues that pla...

Good signs for some key Colorado Rockies

26 Feb 2025

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Spring training rolls on and yesterday we saw two key pieces to the Colorado Rockies have good days even with some mixed results. Germán Márquez too...

Will the Colorado Rockies embrace the youth movement?

25 Feb 2025

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It's a big spring for the young members of the Colorado Rockies and Blake Street Banter has been following all the developments. We get insight into t...

The Colorado Rockies open up the Cactus League with offense

24 Feb 2025

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Baseball is back and the Rockies started things off with some fireworks! As well as a viral play where three runners scored on a sac fly, classic spri...

The season starts today for the Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks

21 Feb 2025

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Spring Training baseball is here and the Rockies and D-Backs start the season off with a divisional matchup. Milliard Thomas, host of Locked On Diamon...

The Colorado Rockies add to their bullpen

20 Feb 2025

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The Rockies add veteran lefty Scott Alexander to the bullpen, giving the team the lefty veteran depth they were searching for. Purple Row breaks down ...

Should the Colorado Rockies trade for Vladimir Guerrero Jr?

19 Feb 2025

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No deal was reached between Vladimir Guerrero Jr and the Toronto Blue Jays before Vladdy's self imposed deadline. Does that mean the star first basema...

Will the Colorado Rockies defense be their biggest strength?

18 Feb 2025

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Comparing Colorado Rockies players to Mario Superstar Baseball characters

14 Feb 2025

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It's an offseason tradition around here to compare Rockies players to characters from Mario Superstar Baseball, why? Well because it's one of the best...

Pitchers and Catchers report for the Colorado Rockies

13 Feb 2025

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It's a big moment for the youth movement of the Colorado Rockies, pitchers and catchers report today and all eyes are on what this rotation and bullpe...

Is Nolan Jones the starting left fielder for the Colorado Rockies?

12 Feb 2025

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There were some interesting nuggets of information in Patrick Saunders' mailbag for the Denver Post, including updates on some spring training storyli...

Will the young arms of the Colorado Rockies force their way into the rotation?

11 Feb 2025

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One of the biggest storylines of 2025 for the Colorado Rockies is the starting rotation. Can they be healthy and lead the Rockies away from 100 losses...

Should you avoid the Colorado Rockies in your fantasy drafts?

10 Feb 2025

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MLB.com has a list of the Top 100 fantasy baseball players this year and only one member of the Rockies made the list. Is this a sign that you should ...

Will 2025 be the worst season in Colorado Rockies history?

06 Feb 2025

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The PECOTA predictions are out and as usual for the Rockies this offseason they do not predict a bright year ahead for the boys in purple. In fact, it...

Will the Colorado Rockies have their best starting rotation in years?

05 Feb 2025

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Pitching will always be a main talking point for Rockies fans and this year should be an interesting one for the starters. Do we have more confidence ...

Colorado Rockies fans can relate to Dallas Mavericks fans

04 Feb 2025

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The NBA was shocked when superstar Luka Dončić was traded from the Mavericks to the Lakers. This trade gutted fans in Dallas, and as Colorado Rockie...

What if the Colorado Rockies exceed expectations?

30 Jan 2025

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On today's show we look at the impact of the Rockies playing better baseball than expected this year. Chances are, these things won't happen, but you ...

Will the Colorado Rockies add to the bullpen?

29 Jan 2025

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One storyline from Rockies fest that was not covered yesterday was the Rockies mentioning they may add to the bullpen. What type of player are the Roc...

Charlie Blackmon is back with the Colorado Rockies

28 Jan 2025

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It was Rockies Fest over the weekend and there's news! Charlie Blackmon is back with the team as Assistant to the General Manager, details of the role...

The Colorado Rockies need improvement at these positions

23 Jan 2025

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The Rockies need to improve across the board but certain position groups have struggled over the last few seasons. Purple Row dives into the numbers a...

The Colorado Rockies need a team Hall of Fame

22 Jan 2025

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Tulo and CarGo were on the Hall of Fam Ballot this year and did end up getting a couple votes. While them getting into the Hall was a longshot, it doe...

The Colorado Rockies have to figure out how to compete with the Los Angeles Dodgers

21 Jan 2025

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More signings for the Dodgers means a championship team has gotten better. This is the norm for them and if the Rockies don't want to fall even furthe...

The Colorado Rockies make a couple of minor league deals

16 Jan 2025

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The Rockies add to their minor league system with two new deals. What does this mean for the prospects already competing for playing time? Plus, lots ...

Which Colorado Rockies player are you most confident in?

15 Jan 2025

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Can the Colorado Rockies call themselves a draft and develop team?

14 Jan 2025

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We've been told that the Colorado Rockies are a draft and develop team... so where are the results? Purple Row took a deep dive into the numbers to sh...

Taking a look at more 2025 projections for the Colorado Rockies

09 Jan 2025

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We continue to preview 2025 this week with a look at thee ZiPs projections for the Colorado Rockies from FanGraphs. Is there reason to be excited abou...

Colorado Rockies' Brenton Doyle NOT a top 10 center fielder?

08 Jan 2025

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MLB.com has produced their list of the top 10 center fielders in all of baseball. The back to back Gold Glove winner was not on the list. What does th...

Over or under: 59.5 wins for the 2025 Colorado Rockies

07 Jan 2025

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Fanduel has some MLB futures out now and the Rockies win total is set at 59.5. Boy does that seem familiar. How will the Rockies hit the over and how ...

Will Germán Márquez be the Colorado Rockies secret weapon in 2025?

02 Jan 2025

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The Colorado Rockies have felt the impact of no Germán Márquez in their rotation over the last few seasons. What can we expect from the hard throwin...

What is a successful 2025 for the Colorado Rockies?

01 Jan 2025

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Let's try to define success for the Colorado Rockies in 2025, is it simply just wins and losses? Or does it go deeper than that. Plus, comments from t...

The Colorado Rockies New Year Resolution should be identity

31 Dec 2024

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What is ahead for the Colorado Rockies in the new year? One thing we hope to see is the identity of this team come together. Troubling data points hig...

Should you become a Colorado Rockies fan?

30 Dec 2024

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An interesting conversation on Twitter lead to the question of the day, should you become a Rockies fan? Host of Locked On Rockies Paul Holden discuss...

If these players bounce back for the Colorado Rockies, things well go well in 2025

26 Dec 2024

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Purple Row highlights three bounce back candidates for the Colorado Rockies next year. If these players, along with, well a good chunk of the roster a...

All Colorado Rockies fans want for Christmas is competitive baseball

25 Dec 2024

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How frustrated are Colorado Rockies fans?

24 Dec 2024

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ESPN has a piece on the Aggrieved Fan Index, highlighting fan frustration among the clubs in baseball. The Colorado Rockies made the list and the reas...

Can the Colorado Rockies be a Cinderella Story?

19 Dec 2024

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In a special crossover episode of Locked On MLB, Sully joins us to break down the NL West and if there are any weak spots. Plus, the Rockies, do they ...

Will the Colorado Rockies bullpen improve in 2025?

18 Dec 2024

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It's a grab bag episode of Locked On Rockies, we talk Brenton Doyle leading off, plus can we hope for better results at the end of games in 2025 due t...

Do the Colorado Rockies have a Top 100 player in MLB?

17 Dec 2024

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Fangraphs has released player projections for 2025 and the Rockies.... do not rank very high. Is this a warning sign for the 2025 season or are Rockie...

Colorado Rockies mailbag: Setting expectations for Kris Bryant

13 Dec 2024

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To celebrate 1,000 subscribers on YouTube we are reading YOUR Rockies questions! What are the expectations for Kris Bryant in 2025 and can we really s...

Will Roki Sasaki actually sign with the Colorado Rockies?

12 Dec 2024

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In what was maybe the most surprising news out of the Winter Meetings in regards to the Colorado Rockies, was that the team was one of the first three...

The Colorado Rockies get the fourth spot in the 2025 MLB Draft

11 Dec 2024

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It's a big time bummer for the Rockies as they miss out on being able to draft Ethan Holiday, falling to fourth in the 2025 MLB Draft. How are we liki...

The Colorado Rockies have a new second baseman

10 Dec 2024

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It was rumored and now it is just about official, the Rockies have a deal in place with Thairo Estrada, former Giant and Yankee. How does his profile ...

What Juan Soto's Record-Breaking Deal Means for the Colorado Rockies

09 Dec 2024

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Locked On Rockies returns with reactions to all the big deals that have been going on in MLB like Juan Soto, Willy Adames and... Aaron Nola? We break ...

Rob Manfred's Golden Batter rule would not help the Colorado Rockies

03 Dec 2024

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There's buzz around a big new rule change, the Golden Batter, where one at bat a game you can send anyone to the plate... that would not be good news ...

Colorado Rockies' pitching: The key to avoiding 100 losses

02 Dec 2024

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For the first time in two seasons, the Colorado Rockies will be heading into the spring with the top of their rotation back on the field. Just how imp...

Are the Colorado Rockies executing their offseason plan?

29 Nov 2024

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We get an update on the Rockies from the Rockies Insider Patrick Lyons! We discuss things like the Rockies loyalty to players over making trades, some...

Will Zac Venn make his debut this year for the Colorado Rockies?

27 Nov 2024

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Today's show takes a look at a variety of topics including Zac Veen being added to the 40 man roster and what that might mean, Purple Row says it is t...

Colorado Rockies' Player Evaluation: A Flawed Approach?

26 Nov 2024

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The conversation about Brendan Rodgers and Cal Quantrill continues with reactions from Locked On Rockies listeners, plus a conversation about the Rock...

The Colorado Rockies move on from Brendan Rodgers and Cal Quantrill

25 Nov 2024

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The Rockies have moved on from second baseman Brendan Rodgers and starting pitcher Cal Quantrill. Committing to cutting payroll and unable to find a d...

What are some best case scenarios for the Colorado Rockies?

22 Nov 2024

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Let's talk positive about the Colorado Rockies on this Friday and hype up some possibilities that would be really great for the team's offense and pit...

The Colorado Rockies reunite with Jacob Stallings

21 Nov 2024

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The Rockies bring back Jacob Stallings who had a solid year in purple last year to pair with Drew Romo behind the plate. Is this the right move for th...

Will anything change with the Colorado Rockies if the Los Angles Dodgers land Juan Soto?

20 Nov 2024

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Soto meets with the Dodgers this week and the baseball world is a buzz with where he might sign. If he does head to LA, will that change anything with...

Do Colorado Rockies legends Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos González have a shot at the Hall of Fame?

19 Nov 2024

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Two Rockies icons make the Hall of Fame ballot, do they have a chance at making it in and just how special were these two players, not just performanc...

The curious case of Greg Jones and the Colorado Rockies

18 Nov 2024

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Last year the Rockies made a move to acquire Greg Jones and while he certainly has some interesting tools, where does he fit in for the Rockies and ca...

Drew Romo and Hunter Goodman: Colorado Rockies' Catcher Duo for 2025?

15 Nov 2024

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How are season ticket holders for the Colorado Rockies feeling?

14 Nov 2024

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After back to back 100 loss seasons and a team still looking to rebuild itself into a winning club, are we surprised by declining attendance numbers f...

How confident are the Colorado Rockies in their young bullpen?

13 Nov 2024

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Lots of young arms for the bullpen of the Colorado Rockies in 2025, and while that can be a bit of a mixed bag, it's also a chance for young pitchers ...

Why the Colorado Rockies must prioritize young outfielders

12 Nov 2024

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Could the Colorado Rockies ever land Juan Soto or Roki Sasaki?

11 Nov 2024

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Another offseason with big name free agents hitting the market and while there is no reason to get hopes too high about players like Soto or Sasaki he...

Will it matter if the Colorado Rockies get the first overall pick in the 2025 draft?

08 Nov 2024

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Having a shot at the first overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft is a big deal, but you can't just make a pick and be confident everything comes together...

The Colorado Rockies free agent class you may have missed

07 Nov 2024

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Minor League free agents were announced yesterday and there are some names from the Rockies organization that jump out, including one player who came ...

The Colorado Rockies must improve in these areas in 2025

06 Nov 2024

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There are a couple of areas for the Rockies offense that if improved upon will make them a bigger threat to score more runs. But do they have the rost...

Looking at offseason moves for the Colorado Rockies

05 Nov 2024

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The Rockies need to make a move, but what type of move will they make this offseason? If the focus is on the development of certain players, would add...

The Colorado Rockies have two 2024 Gold Glove winners

04 Nov 2024

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Brenton Doyle and Ezequial Tovar had strong seasons in 2024 and were rewarded for their excellent defense with Gold Gloves. Does this mean anything go...

Are the Colorado Rockies committing to Brendan Rodgers

30 Oct 2024

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In the latest edition of the Rockies Beat newsletter, Thomas Harding looks at some interesting Rockies storylines, like maybe the team won't be trying...

Will the Colorado Rockies extend Brenton Doyle this offseason?

29 Oct 2024

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The Colorado Rockies might be making moves this offseason, but type of moves will be made? Will one of them include signing Doyle long term? We answer...

Colorado Rockies first baseman Michael Toglia is a player to watch in 2025

28 Oct 2024

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Michael Toglia made a good first impression as the Rockies starting first baseman. There's still lots of development needed, but when you take a look ...

Colorado Rockies fans share their favorite moments from 2024

25 Oct 2024

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We look at the fun stuff that happened this year, despite the second straight 100 loss season. There were plenty of moments to be excited about and ce...

What would hype up Colorado Rockies fans in 2025?

23 Oct 2024

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We asked Rockies fans to let us know what would moments would get them tuned in and pumped up about the team. Is it young talent taking the next leap ...

What made Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar a Gold Glove finalist?

22 Oct 2024

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We take a look at a listner comment and take a look at Tovar's Gold Glove caliber season at shortstop. Plus, interesting numbers about teams who spend...

Can the Colorado Rockies be competitive while cutting payroll?

21 Oct 2024

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Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post reports that the Rockies are looking to cut payroll ahead of the 2025 season by moving a couple of starting player...

Which team are you more confident in, the Colorado Rockies or Denver Broncos?

17 Oct 2024

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The Broncos are on Thursday Night Football and it sparked an offseason conversation Locked On Rockies has had for a couple seasons now, are you more c...

Can Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar become a top 5 shortstop?

16 Oct 2024

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We take a look at who made it in the Top 10 shortstops according to WAR on Fangraphs and see how Ezequiel Tovar stacks up and if he has a case to be a...

The Colorado Rockies outfield must be a strength, not a weakness

15 Oct 2024

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As we continue to explore the areas that the Rockies need to improve on, it's clear the team needs more production from the corner outfield spots. Jus...

Will the Colorado Rockies answer these offseason questions

14 Oct 2024

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In the latest Rockies beat newsletter, Thomas Harding asks five questions for the Rockies and their offseason plans. They are all solid questions and ...

Can the Colorado Rockies count on their starting rotation?

10 Oct 2024

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The conversation about Bud Black's return continues on today's episode with the main question being, can this team improve with the current coaching s...

Bud Black will return as manager of the Colorado Rockies

09 Oct 2024

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Another one year deal for Bud Black as the Rockies bring back their manager, despite back to back 100 loss seasons and a bottom of baseball pitching s...

Who needs to have the better 2025 for the Colorado Rockies, Ryan McMahon or Brendan Rodgers?

08 Oct 2024

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Two key pieces for the Rockies had another up and down season and the Rockies can't afford that going forward. Ryan McMahon and Brendan Rodgers are va...

The Colorado Rockies are not on the same level as the San Diego Padres or Los Angles Dodgers

07 Oct 2024

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Two of the Rockies NL West rivals are in another postseason clash that has turned into a thriller. All while the Rockies continue to watch from home a...

Things the Colorado Rockies can learn from the Wild Card Series

04 Oct 2024

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The Wild Card round has wrapped up and the next stage of the 2024 Postseason has formed. What are the takeaways for Rockies fans as they dream of Rock...

What should be the top priority for the Colorado Rockies: offense or pitching?

03 Oct 2024

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Will the Rockies make any moves to fix a sluggish offense? What about changes to a rotation that has struggled? Plus, Patrick Saunders gives insight i...

Stats from the 2024 Colorado Rockies show need for improvement

02 Oct 2024

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The numbers paint an ugly picture for the 2024 Rockies. However, Thomas Harding writes in a season recap that there is internal optimism for better da...

Can the Colorado Rockies turn things around in 3 years?

01 Oct 2024

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We begin the offseason coverage with a question from a listener, how would you turn the Rockies around in three years? Plus, the playoff format is a w...

The Colorado Rockies can't avoid back to back 100 loss seasons

30 Sep 2024

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The final series of the 2024 season has come to a close and the Rockies were swept by the Dodgers. What's next for the club? Plus, continuing to celeb...

Locked On Rockies POSTCAST: Rockies lose final game of the season

29 Sep 2024

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The Colorado Rockies lost their final game of the 2024 MLB season to the Los Angeles Dodgers, 2-1. The Rockies were unfortunately unable to secure a w...

What's ahead for the Colorado Rockies and St. Louis Cardinals?

27 Sep 2024

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It's time for a crossover! We recap the Rox/Cards series with host of Locked On Cardinals JD Hafron! Plus, big offseasons are ahead for these two team...

Locked On Rockies POSTCAST: Rox rally late to beat Cardinals

26 Sep 2024

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The Colorado Rockies beat the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, 10-8. Aniello Piro breaks down the game on today's Locked On Rockies POSTCAST.For your nex...

The Colorado Rockies continue to strike out too much

26 Sep 2024

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Another game with double digit strikeouts for the Rockies and a lack of timely clutch hitting, this issue has plagued the Rockies all season long and ...

The Colorado Rockies lose in ugly fashion to the St. Louis Cardinals

25 Sep 2024

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Charlie Blackmon's triple was not enough. as the Rockies came unglued at the end of the series opener against the Cardinals. These are the type of gam...

Locked On Rockies POSTCAST: Rockies drop series opener vs. Cardinals

25 Sep 2024

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The Colorado Rockies lost to the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night, 7-3. Aniello Piro breaks down the game on tonight's Locked On Rockies POSTCAST....

Colorado Rockies legend Charlie Blackmon announces retirement

24 Sep 2024

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It was anticipated news, but legendary Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon has announced his intent to retire. We react to the news and break down his...

The Colorado Rockies can't overcome season long trends against the Los Angeles Dodgers

23 Sep 2024

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The Rockies could have, and in reality, should have won their latest series against the Dodgers, but leads slipped away, the Rockies struck out a ton ...

LOCKED ON DODGERS CROSSOVER POSTCAST: Dodgers Rockies wrap up in LA

23 Sep 2024

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LOCKED ON DODGERS ROCKIES POSTCAST: Dodgers facing the Rockies in LA

21 Sep 2024

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The Colorado Rockies lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers, 6-4 on Friday night. Aniello Piro and Pete Fox break down the game on tonight's Locked On Sports...

After losing a series to the Colorado Rockies, can the Arizona Diamondbacks still make the playoffs?

19 Sep 2024

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The Dbacks took the finale against the Rockies in confident fashion, however, they are still fighting for their layoff lives and the Rockies made it a...

Locked On Rockies POSTCAST: Rockies lose to Dbacks in series finale

18 Sep 2024

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The Colorado Rockies lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday afternoon, 9-4. Starting pitcher Austin Gomber struggled, as did the Rockies bullpe...

The Colorado Rockies slug their way to back to back series wins

18 Sep 2024

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For just the second time this season, the Colorado Rockies have won back to back series, and it was a special night for manager Bud Black as he become...

Locked On Rockies POSTCAST: Rockies trounce Dbacks on Tuesday night

18 Sep 2024

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The Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night, 8-2. This is now two wins in a row for the Rockies as they look to finish the sea...

Colorado Rockies' rookies: The bullpen's secret weapon this September

17 Sep 2024

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Can the Colorado Rockies' Bullpen continue to improve? Antonio Senzatela's return to the mound marks a pivotal moment for the Colorado Rockies as he s...

Locked on Rockies POSTCAST: Rockies walk-off win vs. Diamondbacks

17 Sep 2024

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The Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks in walk-off fashion, 3-2. A pair of home runs from Ezequiel Tovar and Hunter Goodman kept the Rocki...