Rocky Mountain Rooftop: A Colorado Rockies podcast.

It's common for MLB players to eventually have children grow up to be professional players as well. The fun part is when those children end up playing for the same team as their father. In the history of the Rockies they have just one father/son duo in the form of Eric Young Sr. and Jr. An original Rockie in 1993, Sr. was a key player for the Rockies until he was traded in 1997, and he eventually...

This week, Evan and Skyler discuss the curious case of one Jake Cave going from shunned pariah to man of the people thanks in no small part to his explosive outburst against the one true force all baseball fans can band together against: umpires! What role does someone like Jake Cave play on this team and why is it important? Meanwhile, the rash of Rockies injuries is still less than ideal, but mu...

This week Evan and Skyler have a much needed extended venting conversation about Kris Bryant and his time with the Colorado Rockies. The former superstar is aging like a fine glass of milk to the detriment of himself, the team, and the fanbase. Something's got to give because at this point it's just getting ridiculous. After getting that off their chests, it's time to wheel into a much more positi...

The MLB Draft is just a month away, so Skyler and Dustin decided to look back on the Rockies history of first round draft picks and talk about some of those that cracked the big league roster, fizzled out in the minors, or became busts. From the fated Greg Reynolds pick to the brief career of Choo Freeman, the brothers cover it all and discuss how much the Rockies have failed with their top picks....

This week, Evan and Skyler break down up-to-date injuries and playing time issues affecting the Rockies as they have been skidding over the last week and change. Kris Bryant is back on the injured list, Nolan Jones is still on rehab, and Jake Cave is for some unknown reason playing every day. Meanwhile, Michael Toglia is back in with the big league club and looking to stick around after a very str...

This week, Skyler returns to the show after his week away much like how the multitude of injured Colorado Rockies starting pitchers are moving ever closer to their returns. At the very least the other members of the rotation like Cal Quantrill, Austin Gomber, and even Dakota Hudson have held down the fort in strong fashion whilst their comrades heal up and work on rehab. Outfielder Nolan Jones is...

We all have those players that we love who didn't necessarily turn the needle in the direction of contention but were still quality ball players in their own respect. In this new episode of Every Rockie Ever, Skyler and Dustin reflect on three players that they enjoyed that were cult classic heroes to them. Dustin first expands on his admiration of the pinch-hitting extraordinaire Greg Norton of t...

Evan is joined by friend of the show Patrick Lyons to discuss the flurry of roster moves the Colorado Rockies have made over the last handful of days. Pitchers being called up, sent down, and going all around as the bullpen seeks reinforcements to cure their struggles. The Rockies have also suffered several key injuries, the worst of which is top prospect outfielder Jordan Beck's broken hand that...

This week, Skyler and Evan pull up their sterile nitrile gloves and dive into the open chest cavity of the Colorado Rockies' now ended seven game winning streak. What made the Rockies so successful during those delightful seven games of actually fun baseball? Then it's time to talk roster movement with the impending returns of Kris Bryant and Nolan Jones. Finally, other basement dwellers are alrea...

This week, Skyler and Evan discuss the Colorado Rockies fresh off their sweep of the defending World Series Champion Texas Rangers. In just one week the Rockies have: finally won back-to-back games, finally won a series, won three straight games, won four straight games, and swept an opponent for the first time since May of 2023! What has been the key to this successful streak? Meanwhile, Hunter G...

In this special Rooftop Mingle episode of Affected by Altitude, 2023 draft pick Aidan Longwell joins Skyler to talk about his stellar career playing at Kent State University. He chronicles the success of playing for an esteemed program as well as the transition to pro ball with the Low-A Fresno Grizzlies. They also talk about his approach at the plate, the pride he takes on defense at first base,...

Mexico has a rich history of players and culture and that become engrained in the sport of baseball. Recently, the Rockies played in Mexico City where Vinny Castilla and Jorge De La Rosa were recognized. However, beyond them are a slew of other players that spent a little bit of time with the Rockies. Skyler and Dustin explore the dozen or so players that were born in Mexico and ended up on the Ro...

This week, Skyler and Evan are joined by friend of the show Patrick Lyons to discuss just how frustrating the Rockies have been. Especially frustrating is an interview coming to the defense of skipper Bud Black from general manager Bill Schmidt. After holding a team meeting following a sweep by the bottom-dwelling Miami Marlins, the Rockies came out of the gate with a win against the Pittsburgh Pi...

Fresh off the end of the Colorado Rockies playing in beautiful Mexico City, Skyler and Evan are ready to engage in a much needed vent session. The Rockies are bad and it's showing in every part of play from the top to the bottom. The floundering offense is particularly a sore subject and outside of a few exceptions the problems are widespread through the roster. What is there to be done? What can...

This week Skyler and Evan discuss the injuries and illnesses sweeping through the clubhouse as Kris Bryant, Daniel Bard, and Kyle Freeland have all had status updates and half the team got sick during the roadtrip. Meanwhile, the Colorado Rockies offense--despite preaching philosophical changes this offseason--are striking out more and walking less as the bats fail to get anything going more often...

Skyler and Evan record on Monday morning after a busy weekend to discuss the state of the Colorado Rockies. The rotation is starting to round into better form but there is still much to be desired from the staff. Ryan Feltner stands out as the best of the bunch with the highest potential for the season. Meanwhile, slumping Rockies like Nolan Jones and Brendan Rodgers are starting to find their str...

In 2005, Clint Barmes etched his name forever in the annals of Rockies history and the hearts of many fans. An Opening Day walk-off home run highlighted the incredible start to a promising career. Unfortunately, a broken collar bone in 2005 from a freak injury derailed his career and hindered him from reaching the potential that he always showed. Still, he was a true professional and played the ga...

In this new episode of Affected by Altitude, Skyler and Evan's internet battle the high winds and the threat of no electricity to talk about the Rockies' first road trip and the adversity they are facing early on. They talk about Nolan Jones's struggles along with the booing that Kris Bryant is facing from Rockies fans for his rough start to the season. Then, they pivot to celebrating the hot star...

This week Skyler and Evan discuss the disastrous start to the Colorado Rockies' season in which they were absolutely trounced in their Opening Day matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks 16-1 in the desert. Leading up to that, the Rockies made several roster decisions including adding Alan Trejo and Victor Vodnik to the Opening Day roster and designating prospect Warming Bernabel for assignment....

In this new round of Guess the Rockie, Skyler and Dustin put their player knowledge to the test. Skyler selected four position players while Dustin selected four pitchers. The caveat is that the players couldn't have appeared in more than two seasons with the team. They have fun trying to remember players from the early 90s while also reminiscing about players that might be better forgotten. Learn...

Evan sits down with Aaron Croom, Partner Services and Mascot Coordinator for the Colorado Rockies' High-A affiliate Spokane Indians. They discuss the Indians' history, public outreach, what the job entails, and mascot performances! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the rare supplemental episode to this week's podcast, Skyler and Evan discuss all the news the Colorado Rockies dared to have happen after they recorded! A confusing trade for 1B/OF Jake Cave--who is likely to be on the Opening Day roster as the backup outfielder--kicks us off, as well as the announcement of the Opening Day rotation. Meanwhile, the Rockies did a smart thing and locked down soph...

Skyler and Evan dive deep into the Colorado Rockies bringing in a second outfielder named Jones in the waning days of spring training. OF/SS Greg Jones arrives from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for pitching prospect Joe Rock and we're just as confused as you are. Meanwhile, hitting coach Hensley Meulens is working to install a new philosophy that will help the Rockies cut down on strikeouts and...

The Colorado Rockies made a head-scratching move on Thursday when they traded away prospect Joe Rock to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for 26-year-old utility prospect Greg Jones. Skyler tries to break down the trade and offer his thoughts on the move and initial reactions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Skyler and Evan discuss the first ever Spring Breakout game for the Colorado Rockies. The top prospects showcased their stuff in a seven inning exhibition that gives Rockies fans a lot to be excited for when it comes to the future. Meanwhile, what are we delighted to see and what are we a bit worried about so far this spring as we enter the final stretch? Also discussed is the potential Bud Black...