20th and Blake: The Rockies Podcast

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Only two games over .500, the Colorado Rockies surprisingly lead the NL West, even after a 4-5 road trip that saw their offense flail away too many times in otherwise-winnable games. Host Shawn Drotar (Host, “Mornings at 5280′“) and guest Ronnie Kohrt (Mile High Sports’ “Broncos Blitz” podcast) take a look at the Rockies as they return to Colorado for Memorial Day weekend, kicking off a lengthy ho...

After splitting two games with the Padres in San Diego, the Rockies head up the coast to San Francisco to face the Giants, their closest pursuers in the NL West. The four-game series provides the Rockies with an opportunity to reset their scattershot offense and re-establish their surprising road success. Host Shawn Drotar and guest T.J. Carpenter (Co-hosts, "Mornings at 5280'") preview...

After a disappointing home stand that saw the Rockies strike out 60 times in six games -- including 13 times in the finale against a pitcher who was making his major-league debut -- there's no doubt about it: the free-swinging Rockies have a major problem. Host Shawn Drotar and guest Nate Lundy (Co-hosts, "Mornings at 5280'") debate who's responsible: the players? Manager Bud Black? GM J...

The Rockies returned to Coors Field and beat the Los Angels Angels to extend their winning streak to six games before dropping the final game of their two-game set with the Halos and following that up with another ugly loss to the Brewers to open their four-game set. Host Shawn Drotar (Host, "Mornings at 5280'") and guest Benny Bash (Host, "Danny Williams & Benny Bash") dis...

The Rockies return to Coors Field as winners of their last five road games -- or as many as they've won at home all season. They'll hope to remedy that against the Angels and Brewers, tough opponents that will require quality starts and more than a few runs. Rockies starter Jon Gray has put up the best back-to-back starts of his career; has he turned the corner, or will Denver's high altitude stif...

After a disastrous series in Miami that saw the offense go AWOL against the Marlins, the Rockies have the National League's worst batting average (.221) while leading the circuit in home runs (37). With most of the lineup hitting under .240 and averaging nearly 10 strikeouts per game, the Rockies' inability to string hits together keeps them from putting up crooked numbers when they need them most...

The Rockies finally got an off day Thursday after playing 17 days in a row, including 11 of those on the road. A stretch that started in San Diego, traveled through Denver and ended on the East Coast saw the Rox go 10-7 overall, including an impressive 8-3 on the road. Casey Light doesn't take rest days, though, and uses the Rockies off day to recount all 17 games, including a nod to the top perfo...

The Rockies took three of four games from the Nationals over the weekend, but some troubling trends continue. Trevor Story remains one of the NL leaders in strikeouts and is hitting just .177 on the season. The starting pitchers, Tyler Anderson in particular, are still issuing far too many walks and taxing the bullpen as a result. Still, the Rockies are above .500 as they head into a road series w...

The Rockies sit at 6-7 through their first 13 games, a disappointing start by some standards. The 2-4 opening homestand didn't help, but the fact that only one team in the N.L. West has a winning record provides some relief. Casey Light and Jake Meier look at the high and lows of the first 13 games, including surprising performances and who needs to step up moving forward. Plus, a preview of the p...

The Rockies kicked off the 2018 home slate with the second-coldest game in Coors Field history. The bats were almost as cold this weekend, scoring just 6 runs against the Braves. Casey Light and Ronnie K look back at the Atlanta series, then preview the upcoming three-game set with San Diego. That, plus a close look at new closer Wade Davis through his first five appearances, in this edition of Bl...

The Rockies announced on Wednesday that they have signed Charlie Blackmon to a six-year contract (with two player options) that could keep him in Colorado through 2023. Reports put the contract value at up to $116 million dollars. Casey Light and Aniello Piro offer their instant reaction to the news, including a look into the future of the Rockies' payroll and how this signing could impact Nolan A...

The Colorado Rockies went 1-2 in their season-opening series in Arizona. The starting pitchers gave out too many free passes. Trevor Story remains a strikeout machine (while Adam Ottavino appears back to being one). And the Rockies scored all but one of their runs in the series via the home run. Casey Light examines how the three true outcomes (walks, strikeouts and home runs) dictated the series...

After months of waiting for baseball's return, it's no surprise that the internet was rife with overreaction on Opening Day. That certainly held true for Rockies fans, who saw their team fall 8-2 to the D-Backs. Among the overreactions: Get DJ LeMahieu out of the No. 2 spot... Chris Rusin will win the Cy Young... Chris Rusin is a bum... Nolan Arenado will hit 162 home runs... Jon Gray can't pitch....

Through no fault of his own over the past year, Ian Desmond has been on a bit of a yo-yo in terms of what his role is with the Rockies. He'll start at first base on Opening Day, but this season could see him play all over the field and bat all over the lineup. Aniello Piro joins Casey Light to to talk about his conversations with Desmond this spring and how consistency is the key to a bounce-back...

The Rockies are celebrating their 25th anniversary this season, and fans would be ecstatic if that celebration culminated with the first division title in franchise history. To honor the #Rockies25th, Casey Light explores the 25 key stats that would help deliver NL West crown No. 1. It's a special extended edition of the Blake Street Irregulars presented by [Tap XIV.]( http://www.tapfourteen.com/)...

The cover story in [Mile High Sports Magazine]( https://milehighsports.com/subscribe) 's April edition explores how the Rockies have become a team built "From the Mound Up." Editor-in-Chief Doug Ottewill, who penned the cover story, joins Casey Light to preview the issue and offer a behind-the-scenes look at his conversations with Rockies GM Jeff Bridich, Pitching Coach Steve Foster, Bul...

We're always told not to read too much into Spring Training stats, but some players who are expected to be major contributors in 2018 are having a rocky go of it so far. Ronnie K was down in Arizona last week. He joins Casey Light to break down which Rockies with ugly spring numbers are cause for concern, and which ones will be just fine come Opening Day. That, plus Bud Black's roster continues to...

The Rockies open regular season play in two weeks. Jon Gray is pegged as the No. 1 starter in the rotation. How will spots 2 through 5 shake out? And how much will performances in Spring Training influence Bud Black's decision?  Casey Light and Aniello Piro set their rotations, plus look at key injuries that could impact the Opening Day roster. And what the heck is wrong with Ian Desmond's swing?...

Carlos Gonzalez has officially re-signed with the Colorado Rockies on a one-year contract that both sides hope will pay big dividends. (Gonzalez with equity towards a long-term deal next offseason, the Rockies with a reliable right fielder and clubhouse leader who can help deliver another postseason run). Casey Light and Renaud Notaro explore why the signing took so long, what to expect from Gonza...

Bud Black seems set on moving Charlie Blackmon out of the leadoff spot. Should we be concerned with his potential replacement's slow start to Cactus League play? Is it a case of "If it ain't broke, why fix it?" Speaking of broke, Nolan Arenado recently said he doesn't want to negotiate a contract extension in 2018. Is that a sign he's going to eventually break the bank in Denver? Casey L...

Mile High Sports Magazine Editor-in-Chief Doug Ottewill was in Scottsdale last week in preparation for the 2018 Rockies Preview edition. Colorado has suddenly become a pitching-minded organization. Doug and Casey Light dive into how that transformation occurred and how it will shape the 2018 season. Plus, Doug explains why you don't want to interrupt Wade Davis' sudoku. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...

It's Dr. Seuss' birthday!  In this edition of the Blake Street Irregulars podcast presented by Tap XIV, Casey Light and David Johnson look at "Thing 1" and "Thing 2" the Rockies can do right now to help meet expectations for 2018 that seem to be getting bigger every day.  The starting 8 and the bullpen seem set, indeed.  So, let's add a starter and address a bench need! Hosted...

Charlie Blackmon makes his 2018 Spring Training debut, and he'll be hitting third in the lineup. Is Rockies manager Bud Black serious about moving Blackmon out of the leadoff spot? If so, what ramifications does that have for the rest of the lineup? Casey Light and Benny Bash explore the possibilities in this edition of the Blake Street Irregulars podcast presented by Tap XIV. Hosted by Simplecast...

The Rockies open Cactus League play on Friday and expectations are as high as they have ever been for the club. Casey Light and Aniello Piro take a look at every position on the diamond and gauge whether or not the different bodies at that position can meet the expectations set in 2017 with a run to the playoffs. It's an extra-large, extended edition of the podcast, so settle in and get ready for...