Rockies GM Bill Schmidt spoke with the media on Saturday and he revealed what the Colorado Rockies could be doing here in the next few months and into 2023. We read between the lines of what he said and what the Rockies have done with their players as far as playing time to see who may be on their way out after this season and where they may (and where they should) make some moves this offseason. Colorado Rockies notebook: Kris Bryant, Bill Schmidt, Bud Black by Noah Yingling Advertising Inquiri...
Sep 26, 2022•30 min
The end of the season is nearing but the Rockies' roster construction is a bit intriguing. Kevin is with the club in Chicago and we discuss Noah Davis being called up from Double-A Hartford, the possibility of Ezequiel Tovar being called up to the majors this year, and the possibility of Kris Bryant returning to play this season. We also discuss Kevin's conversation with Rockies GM Bill Schmidt in Chicago this week. Colorado Rockies: Kris Bryant talks injury, expectations by Kevin Henry Colorado...
Sep 17, 2022•28 min•Ep. 127
The Rockies were on the bad end of history on Thursday against the Braves. We discuss that history as well as some of our thoughts on the recent roster moves and what could be coming ahead. We also discuss what Kevin heard in both the Braves and Rockies clubhouse in the series, as he was in Atlanta. He spoke with Ryan McMahon, who has been the veteran leader that some of the rookies, like Michael Toglia, have leaned on. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: h...
Sep 01, 2022•35 min•Ep. 126
The Colorado Rockies suffered a huge blow as Antonio Senzatela suffered a torn ACL. He is done for the year. We talk about how the injury actually could change the club's philosophy on the offseason. We also talk about C.J. Cron's recent struggles and the one area of the team that has improved this year. Colorado Rockies injury update: Charlie Blackmon day-to-day by Kevin Henry Colorado Rockies: An injury update on Antonio Senzatela by Noah Yingling Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...
Aug 20, 2022•35 min•Ep. 125
The Rockies took two of three against the Cardinals at home but things are still not great. The Rockies have had a lot of injury concerns recently, which is may mean that Wynton Bernard will get called up on Friday. In addition, we look at the schedule the rest of the way and make our predictions on whether the Rockies can get to 70 wins or not. Colorado Rockies, Kris Bryant in holding pattern with latest injury by Kevin Henry Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...
Aug 12, 2022•42 min•Ep. 125
The Rockies were the only team in MLB not to make a trade at the trade deadline. Now, what is next for the Rockies? We try to decipher what the Rockies could be doing and we discuss the "purple purgatory." The Rockies also changed their lineup up a bit on Thursday in San Diego and won so will we start to see some different lineup looks as the last third of the season is upon us? The funk and how Connor Joe is trying to get rid of it by Kevin Henry The Colorado Rockies are stuck in a purple purga...
Aug 05, 2022•32 min•Ep. 124
The trade deadline is only a few days away and we have changed our minds on what we think the Rockies will do after what we have heard from Rockies GM Bill Schmidt and knowing the Rockies M.O. We discuss our new predictions and we also discuss the problem that the Rockies don't even realize that they have: Is Denver a Dodger town or Is Denver a Padres town? Either way, it's not good for the Rockies. Exclusive: Bill Schmidt, Bud Black on upcoming trade deadline, playoff chances by Noah Yingling A...
Jul 29, 2022•40 min•Ep. 123
The Rockies have won three series in a row and they have the prospects to trade for Washington Nationals outfielder Juan Soto. But it is extremely unlikely to happen. However, three NL West teams are reportedly interested in him. How the Rockies play in Milwaukee and where Juan Soto could be traded will help determine whether or not the Rockies stand pat, are buyers, or are sellers before the August 2 trade deadline. We talk about how the two could intertwine, who we think will disappoint or be ...
Jul 21, 2022•39 min•Ep. 122
The Colorado Rockies might not be trading anybody at the trade deadline because they believe that they could be contenders. As a result, they will be taking away playing time from younger players that need to show whether or not they are part of future plans, like Elehuris Montero. We also talk about the Wild Cards in both leagues and about Kris Bryant and why some fans are upset with him and why they shouldn't be. 9 teams that could target Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Chad Kuhl by Noah Yin...
Jul 14, 2022•37 min•Ep. 121
The Rockies were just swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium ... which should signal the end of the Rockies' thought process that they are contenders. Right? Well, only time will tell but we talk about what the Rockies should be doing here in the next few weeks and how the goal to reach .500 is a pipe dream. We also discuss Colton Welker being DFA'd and the rising stock of the Rockies farm system. 7 teams that could target Colorado Rockies 1B C.J. Cron by Noah Yingling C.J. Cron maki...
Jul 07, 2022•39 min•Ep. 120
On this episode, we talk a bit about what the Rockies should do at the trade deadline. They think that they still have a run left in them but we both think that is a bit too optimistic. We discuss the seven pieces that we think they should trade, who we think they will actually trade, and why they should trade those seven (or even more than seven) players. Rockies: What to know about 2022’s fireworks games by Kevin Henry Should the Rockies trade Daniel Bard to the Boston Red Sox? by Noah Yinglin...
Jun 29, 2022•40 min•Ep. 119
Colorado's GM Bill Schmidt said this weekend that the Rockies' goal is to get back to .500. But can they actually get there? We look at each series moving forward until the All-Star break and whether it's likely or not. We also discuss the Rockies roster crunch, especially with Kris Bryant likely returning this weekend in Minnesota. Getting back to .500 is GM Bill Schmidt's immediate goal by Thomas Harding (MLB.com) The one historical team that could give the Rockies hope by Noah Yingling Rockie...
Jun 20, 2022•38 min•Ep. 118
The Rockies are reeling and reeling at home. There's a lot of blame to go around but, as they say, "if you always do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always gotten." The Rockies have had that with their offense for much of the past five years and it has continued to be a problem this year. Now, will they make the philosophical and player changes to accomplish it? 8 Albuquerque Isotopes players you may not know but should 8 playoff contenders that could use outfielder Randal...
Jun 17, 2022•34 min•Ep. 117
Brendan Rodgers was just named the NL Player of the Week for his play last week, so we talk about how he has dug himself out of the hole he was entering May. However, not much else is going well with the Colorado Rockies. We talk about Kevin Larson's article on how Germán Márquez could be tipping his pitches and how the defense has also really hurt the pitching staff as well. We also talk about the City Connect uniforms and a hot take involving one of the Rockies' other uniforms (and an MLB unif...
Jun 07, 2022•36 min•Ep. 116
On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the recent bullpen implosion by the Colorado Rockies in Pittsburgh and the bullpen, in general. We also discuss some of the strengths and weaknesses of the team through the 25 percent point of 2022, which was reached during the team's last series in Pittsburgh, and we talk about how the team's downslide really could be the series that the team really looks back on if they decide to be sellers at the deadline or just miss the playoffs by a few games. 3 s...
May 27, 2022•36 min•Ep. 115
On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the New York Mets coming to Denver to wrap up Colorado's long homestand. It could be significantly impacted by snow (because snow on May 20 and 21 is the textbook definition of "that's Colorado") and we talk about how the schedule and the Rockies' rotation could be impacted. We also talk about the series with the Giants and how the Rockies were much better on defense and with the walks on Wednesday to break their long losing streak against them and we a...
May 19, 2022•42 min•Ep. 114
We play two more editions of "Where in the World is Kevin Henry?" this week after Kevin was with the Rockies this week and in the city of a Rockies minor league affiliate. We talk about Colorado's awful road trip in Arizona and San Francisco and what went wrong as well as their schedule this coming week. We also take a look at the best surprises the Rockies have had thus far on the season and our upcoming article that will look at the disappointing surprises for the team through 20 percent of th...
May 13, 2022•31 min•Ep. 113
On this episode of the podcast, we discuss a potpourri of things involving the Colorado Rockies. Among them are a recap the homestand, a look ahead to Colorado's road trip to Arizona and San Francisco, the pitching metrics of the team, Kris Bryant and when he may return, the roster move that will have to be made with it, and the defensive metrics of the team. Daniel Bard deserves more credit for Rox early success by Aaron Hurt Kris Bryant on playing left field every day by Noah Yingling Kris Bry...
May 06, 2022•39 min•Ep. 112
Kevin is back from getting his saucepans reseasoned and Noah is back from Detroit but the Rockies got swept in Philadelphia. While the Rockies were in Detroit, Noah caught up with A.J. Hinch and Hall of Famer Alan Trammell on their relationships with Rockies manager Bud Black. Hinch was in the Padres' front office from 2010 through 2014 when Black was their manager and for Trammell, both he and Black are San Diego natives and they played against each other in the 1980s. We also talk about the sl...
Apr 28, 2022•36 min•Ep. 111
Kevin is away on assignment to scout international prospects and get his saucepans reseasoned so this week, DNVR Rockies beat reporter and friend of the podcast/site, Patrick Lyons, joins Noah. They talk about the surprises of the season thus far, how the Rockies have thrived at the DH spot, and they look ahead to the upcoming schedule of games (with a few stories of yesteryear and "that's baseball" moments sprinkled in. Since we recorded the podcast, the Rockies have also extended Kyle Freeland...
Apr 19, 2022•44 min•Ep. 110
First, Kevin and Noah talk about the Rockies starting out their road schedule in Texas with a sweep, Kevin's reactions of being at Globe Life Field for the first time, and the Rockies' hot start to the season. We also talk about the "unwritten rules" of baseball and how some of them are (in baseball vernacular) "eyewash" and we take look at their upcoming schedule. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Apr 14, 2022•41 min•Ep. 109
On thie episode of the podcast, we discuss the best that could happen for the Rockies, the worst that could happen for the Rockies, and the realistic. As you might expect, some hot takes are offered as well about the Rockies, NL West, and the National League, in general. An in-depth preview of the 2022 Colorado Rockies season by Kevin Larson Rockies' pitching philosophy and how their recent additions fit by Tyler Paddor How the 2022 Opening Day roster will likely look by Kevin Henry Advertising ...
Apr 05, 2022•38 min•Ep. 108
On this week's podcast, we check out some of the over/unders for the Colorado Rockies from our friends over at WynnBET as well as some predictions and thoughts on the NL West in 2022 as well as how the Rockies schedule could make them buyers at the trade deadline in July. An in-depth preview of the 2022 Colorado Rockies season by Kevin Larson (Rox Pile) Projecting the Rockies Opening Day lineup with Randal Grichuk by Noah Yingling (Rox Pile) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pr...
Mar 29, 2022•39 min•Ep. 107
The Colorado Rockies have done a lot since we last had an episode of the podcast and we talk about a lot of it. We discuss the Ryan McMahon extension (and the only man on Twitter who didn't like it), the Kris Bryant signing, what each move means for the Rockies, PECOTA projections for the team, and the many question marks on the team. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mar 24, 2022•37 min•Ep. 106
On this episode, Kevin is in Scottsdale at Spring Training with the Rockies and we discuss the Rockies most recent signings. We discuss Chad Kuhl, José Iglesias, Scott Schebler, and Alex Colomé and what each of them will likely do for the Rockies as well as the rumors of more additions to the team. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mar 15, 2022•44 min•Ep. 105
In this shortened version of the podcast, we give our initial reactions on Colorado Rockies and MLB returning as the lockout has ended. We also discuss the Rockies news from Wednesday and what the Rockies need to do to keep fans engaged after Thursday's news. Kevin will also be in Scottsdale at Rockies camp this weekend and early next week so we will have some exclusive interviews on the site. MLB, MLBPA agree in principle to a new CBA by Noah Yingling (Rox Pile) The latest Trevor Story rumors b...
Mar 11, 2022•12 min•Ep. 104
We give our thoughts on MLB owners and the MLBPA not reaching an agreement before the MLB imposed deadline on Tuesday, including Commissioner Manfred (aka "The Malaprop Machine") and how owners and Manfred still, somehow, believe that we still live in 1994. We also talk about how the focus will turn to the minor leagues in the near future because of the lockout. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Mar 02, 2022•31 min•Ep. 103
On this episode of the podcast, we talk about a bevy of different things. We talk about the DH with the Colorado Rockies with external and internal options, including the one that Nick Groke of The Athletic says will only happen " if you believe in the tooth fairy. " We also discuss the lockout with a positive outlook on when it will end and a negative outlook and then we discuss some of the Hall of Fame Era Committee selections that we have been surprised by in a good way or bad way with our se...
Feb 22, 2022•37 min•Ep. 102
We talk about a few different things on this podcast, including some Rockies minor league history since Kevin is in the town of a former Colorado Rockies minor league affiliate. We also discuss an article from our sister site, Call To The Pen. Eric Treuden recently looked at the most underrated players in baseball and in his National League edition, we discuss our thoughts on the Colorado Rockies player he picked and the honorable mention. You can check out Eric's article here as well as an arti...
Feb 17, 2022•40 min•Ep. 101
It's our 100th episode of the Rox Pile Rockies Report and we have a special guest on to join us. In the first segment, we discuss the current happenings with the labor negotiations but in the second segment, Colorado Governor Jared Polis joins us to talk about the Rockies. We ask him about his opinions on the team now, how he first started liking baseball, the 2021 All-Star Game in Denver, his favorite team and player before the Rockies were even a team, and much more about baseball. Be sure to ...
Feb 07, 2022•28 min•Ep. 100
