Not every shortstop prospect has coaches and scouts reaching for the names Ripken, Jeter, and Rodríguez for player comparisons, but Troy Tulowitzki did. Not everyone has the opportunity to play shortstop in the World Series during their first full season, but Tulowitzki did. Most do not receive Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player votes during their first full season, … [Read more...] about Asking “What Could Have Been?” with This HOF Candidate
Top Five Colorado Rockies Moments Since 2000
There are numerous options for the Colorado Rockies five greatest moments since 2000. The magical run to the World Series in 2007. Ubaldo Jimenez throwing the first no-hitter in team history. A bloodied Nolan Arenado rounding the bases after a walk-off grand slam against the San Francisco Giants on Father’s Day. The list goes on and on, but this article will attempt to narrow … [Read more...] about Top Five Colorado Rockies Moments Since 2000
Rockies Exploring Intriguing Option at Second Base
The Colorado Rockies are looking at an intriguing option at second base to replace recently non-tendered second baseman Brendan Rodgers. Per MLB insider Thomas Harding, the Rockies have shown interest in free-agent second baseman Thairo Estrada. Estrada is a six-year veteran who has spent the past four seasons with the San Francisco Giants. The Rockies are looking for a veteran … [Read more...] about Rockies Exploring Intriguing Option at Second Base
Rockies First Baseman Shows Strong Power Potential
Michael Toglia of the Colorado Rockies displayed plenty of promise in the 2024 season. After mightily struggling in his first two big league stints, Toglia produced near a league average level with the stick slashing .218/.311/.456 (98 wRC+) in his age 25 season. For perspective on his struggles, Togila ranked 439th out of 456 hitters in wOBA (.252) in 2022-2023 (minimum 250 … [Read more...] about Rockies First Baseman Shows Strong Power Potential
Pair Of Young Stars Should Have Rockies Fans Excited
The Colorado Rockies pair of young stars, center fielder Brenton Doyle and shortstop Ezequiel Tovar, provided bright moments in another 100+ loss season for the Rockies. The catchphrases “Doyle Rules” and “Tovi Time” gained popularity among fans with each passing game. Doyle and Tovar stood out, and their peers and the media took notice. In awards season, both players made … [Read more...] about Pair Of Young Stars Should Have Rockies Fans Excited