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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

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

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

Jacob Stallings, a nine-year veteran, signed with the Colorado Rockies on a one-year deal with a mutual option for 2026. Per Jon Heyman of The New York Post, it’s a $2.5 million deal including a $2 million salary in 2025 and a $500,000 buyout on a $2 million mutual option the following year. Per Spotrac, the veteran catcher’s market value is a one-year deal worth $2.1 million, … [Read more...] about Veteran Catcher Returns to Rockies on Deal with Option for 2026

Daniel Bard achieved a great comeback to Major League Baseball in 2020. The veteran righty was a quality reliever for the Boston Red Sox from 2009-11. However, he began to experience major control issues in 2012, as his ERA ballooned to 6.22. Bard could not regain his command and played only two games with Boston in 2013. The veteran reliever spent several years in the minor … [Read more...] about Veteran Reliever Attempting Comeback in 2025