Takeaways and Impressions from the Rockies First Spring Training Game
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Takeaways and Impressions from the Rockies First Spring Training Game
Spring training games are finally underway for all MLB teams. The Colorado Rockies kicked off their Cactus League season against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, the joint facility the two NL West Rivals share. The Rockies utilized a six-run rally in the top of the ninth to break a 6-6… read more
Rockies Sign Left-Handed Reliever Scott Alexander
As Spring Training ramps up, the Colorado Rockies have added another veteran name to the bullpen, signing left-handed reliever Scott Alexander to a one-year deal. In a corresponding move, the Rockies have designated utility infielder Aaron Schunk for assignment. The Rockies had spent the offseason touting a desire to add another experienced arm to the… read more
Is a Rebound in Store for Nolan Jones in 2025?
The Colorado Rockies are in the middle of a difficult stretch of years. After back-to-back postseason trips in 2017 and 2018, the team has been in a free-fall state for six consecutive seasons. Discourse behind the scenes led to an exodus of players like Nolan Arenado and Trevor Story, while dysfunction has also hampered the… read more
Affected by Altitude Episode 152: Life’s A Pitch and Then You Catch
This episode was recorded on Saturday, February 16, 2025. Stats and events may not be current at time of posting. Rocky Mountain Rooftop is the Colorado Rockies affiliate of Fans First Sports Network dedicated to covering all things Rockies. Our flagship podcast Affected by Altitude, hosted by Evan Lang and Skyler Timmins, covers all the… read more
Does Chase Dollander Have a Real Chance to Make the Rockies Rotation?
As the Colorado Rockies gear up for the 2025 season, one of the most intriguing storylines is the potential emergence of top pitching prospect Chase Dollander. Selected ninth overall in the 2023 MLB Draft from the University of Tennessee, Dollander dazzled in his first professional season in 2024, earning an invitation to big league camp… read more
The Rockies are making a mistake trying to play Kris Bryant in the outfield
The Colorado Rockies have been at their wit’s end trying to figure out what to do with Kris Bryant. Following the end of the lockout in the 2021-22 offseason, the Rockies stunned the baseball world by signing the former MVP to a seven-year, $182 million contract. The Rockies intended to have a new superstar face… read more
Affected by Altitude Episode 151: Spring is in the Air
This episode was recorded on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Stats and events may not be current at time of posting. Rocky Mountain Rooftop is the Colorado Rockies affiliate of Fans First Sports Network dedicated to covering all things Rockies. Our flagship podcast Affected by Altitude, hosted by Evan Lang and Skyler Timmins, covers all the… read more
Affected by Altitude Episode 150: Breakfast with Bryant
This episode was recorded on Sunday, February 2, 2025. Stats and events may not be current at time of posting. Rocky Mountain Rooftop is the Colorado Rockies affiliate of Fans First Sports Network dedicated to covering all things Rockies. Our flagship podcast Affected by Altitude, hosted by Evan Lang and Skyler Timmins, covers all the… read more
Affected by Altitude Episode 149: Mullet No More
This episode was recorded on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Stats and events may not be current at time of posting. Rocky Mountain Rooftop is the Colorado Rockies affiliate of Fans First Sports Network dedicated to covering all things Rockies. Our flagship podcast Affected by Altitude, hosted by Evan Lang and Skyler Timmins, covers all the… read more
Rockies add Charlie Blackmon to front office as a special assistant
Four months after retiring from Major League Baseball, former outfielder Charlie Blackmon has moved on to his next chapter, joining the Colorado Rockies front office as a special assistant to the general manager the team announced on Saturday. Blackmon, 38, retired after the 2024 season after spending his entire 14-year big league career with the… read more
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