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The Rockies need some positives in the first two weeks of the season to help them set the stage for a good season. In the first 10 games of the season, it’s about finding players that can provide hope this season. Read More →

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Something seemed amiss when Troy Tulowitzki did not play in Saturday’s game, and when he was taken out of the game in the Rockies’ 8-1 victory over the White Sox Monday night. It’s early in the season to rest anyone when the season was a week old.

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When the Rockies acquired Jordan Lyles from the Astros in the Dexter Fowler trade this offseason, baseball experts viewed him as a filler to complete the transaction. The Rockies did not expect much from him after they viewed him as a project at best.

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Charlie Blackmon always had the mindset that he will have a good game whether it’s his defense or offense. It’s that positive mindset that endeared him to second-year Rockies manager Walt Weiss last season when he was called up.

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Never mind the Rockies are 1-3. Never mind  they showed they are a flawed baseball team after watching them for four games. Never mind the Rockies bullpen stinks. Never mind the Rockies are not as good as one thinks. Read More →

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Coors Field is the third oldest ballpark in the National League. That’s a long time when one realizes the stadium was built in 1995.  Yet, it remains brand new despite the fact it’s 19 years old. Read More →

Justin Morneau was once a feared hitter. He had a breakout season in 2006 that helped him won the MVP. He hit 30 or more home runs and drove in 100 or more runs every year from 2006 to 2009. There was no reason to think he couldn’t do this six or seven more years. Read More →

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Rockies owner Dick Monfort told Denver Post columnist Mark Kiszla the Rockies can win 90 games. Most Rockies fans have been optimistic about their team’s chances this season. Hope springs eternal.

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One can only imagine what went through Jorge De La Rosa’s mind couple of weeks ago when Rockies manager Walt Weiss told him he was starting on Opening Day against the Marlins in Miami. It’s a good bet the Rockies starter felt emotions of excitement. As a pitcher who never started on Opening Day in his career, he understands that starting on Opening Day is a privilege.

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In an ideal world, Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez would play their entire careers with the Rockies. They would also be champions, too. Too bad ideal world has no place in professional sports. Read More →

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Rex Brothers figured he would be a lock to be the Rockies closer at the end of last season. After all, he was lights out by having 19 saves after Rafael Betancourt was done for the season. Read More →

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Being in the big leagues can be an intimidating experience for prospects after experiencing the no pressure life in the minors. It either toughens a player up or it can overwhelm a player. For Nolan Arenado, playing in the majors was no different than playing in the minors last year. Read More →

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To show the Rockies were committed to winning, they gave long-term contracts to Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez for leading them to the playoffs. The Rockies shortstop earned his long-term deal for playing a role in Rocktober I in 2007, and the Rockies outfielder earned his deal for playing a role in Rocktober II in 2009. Read More →

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The Rockies started spring training few weeks ago, and there is more indifference than anticipation from the public. That’s what happens when a team continues to have losing seasons year in and year out. This year won’t be any different. Read More →