After a stellar 2021 by Germán Márquez, the Colorado Rockies were confident they had an ace in their rotation. It was the second full season (2018), and he showed he was capable of leading the Rockies’ rotation. Márquez went 12-11 with a 4.40 ERA and a 176:64 K: BB ratio in 180 innings pitched. He earned his first all-star appearance and threw a near no-hitter against the … [Read more...] about Germán Márquez’s Vital Role in the Rockies’ Rotation Performance
Ryan McMahon Needs to Avoid Extended Second-Half Slump
Over the past two seasons, Colorado Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon has hit at an All-Star level. But that statement should come with an asterisk. Because in each of those seasons, McMahon would consistently endure a second-half slump. His production fell off a cliff once the Midsummer Classic passed. Since Nolan Arenado was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals, McMahon has … [Read more...] about Ryan McMahon Needs to Avoid Extended Second-Half Slump
Potential Landing Spots For George Springer
Perhaps the biggest name on the free-agent market, George Springer is looking for a big dollar deal. Springer spent his first seven years with the Houston Astros, however, the star outfielder reportedly does not want to return. The 31-year-old is a three-time All-Star, two-time Silver Slugger, and World Series MVP. He has a regular-season career slash line of .270/.361/.491 and … [Read more...] about Potential Landing Spots For George Springer
This Smooth Swinging Lefty Has a Shot at the Hall of Fame
Few players in recent history have exemplified five-tool talent like Carlos González. Known as “CarGo,” González enjoyed a career filled with incredible highlights. These ranged from clutch walk-offs to Gold Glove-worthy plays in the outfield. His time in the big leagues included three All-Star appearances, three Gold Gloves, two Silver Sluggers, a National League batting … [Read more...] about This Smooth Swinging Lefty Has a Shot at the Hall of Fame
Boosting the Rockies Bullpen is Crucial for Contending Potential
If the Colorado Rockies want to contend next season, it starts with their bullpen improving. The Rockies have finished in the bottom five of the league in bullpen ERA every year since 2017. Unsurprisingly, they made the postseason in 2017, ranking 20th with a 4.40 bullpen ERA. Colorado will never finish in the top ten or top five of Major League Baseball in bullpen ERA. But the … [Read more...] about Boosting the Rockies Bullpen is Crucial for Contending Potential