The Rockies Insider with Patrick Lyons

Charlie Blackmon represented the Colorado Rockies in good times and (more often) in bad. He was true to the organization and the city of Denver. That has to count for something, right?  Herb Lawrence of CHGO discusses the importance of retiring numbers and what the Rockies can learn from a franchise like the Chicago White Sox when it comes to recognizes the important players who wore your team’s u...

ESPN ranked the Colorado Rockies as having the best Nike City Connect uniform in all of MLB. So why in the world would the Rockies choose to remove these fan favorites? And what's the actual goal with these jerseys anyway? Herb Lawrence of CHGO White Sox discusses the success of the Southside black pinstripes before discussing the wild comeback win for the New York Mets over the Milwaukee Brew...

Tis the season of GM changes and coaching changes. Miami Marlins clean house and get rid of everyone following a 100-loss season. Might the Rockies follow suit? Clay Snowden of Just Baseball reviews the Wild Card winners before breaking down MLB's decision to bring back the regular uniforms for the 2025 All-Star Game. 🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥 https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider 🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA...

The 2024 World Series is still a few weeks away, but two of the biggest long shots -- Detroit Tigers and Kansas City Royals -- have pulled upsets in the Wild Card Round. Clay Snowden from Just Baseball breaks down the rise of the Tigers who were once 10.0 games back of the final Wild Card in August. Can they do it again in the AL Division Series against the Cleveland Guardians? Plus, the rest of t...

Pete Rose passed away on Monday, September 30 at the age of 83. The Hit King leads Major League Baseball in numerous categories, but will never be enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown for his gambling transgressions. Should PED users during the Steroid Era be held to the same standard? Why is it a good thing that Ezequiel Tovar struck out 200 times this season? And what d...

The Colorado Rockies closed out 2024 with a tough 2-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Perhaps more importantly, Charlie Blackmon ended his 14-year career with the club in style: by slashing a single up the middle in his final at-bat. The pomp and circumstance surrounding Chuck Nazty was beautiful with so many memorable moments both before the game and during, not to mention the entire week leadin...

The lovefest for Charlie Blackmon continues as the latest standing ovation is an all-timer. A sold out Coors Field meant 48,750 were on their feet to sing along and pay their respects to Chuck Nazty, who singled and walked twice.  Shohei Ohtani roused the crowd as well with a 4-for-5 game for the Los Angeles Dodgers, including a historic stolen base and a mammoth home run. Plus, updates on the AL...

The St. Louis Cardinals were four outs away from polishing off a three-game sweep of the Colorado Rockies. Then, Jake Cave happened... Inside the two-out rally that kept hope alive for avoiding 100 losses. Charlie Blackmon had another outstanding day at the plate on a day he got to share with his parent, Myron and Ellen. Plus, the full audio from Chuck Nazty's retirement press conference on Tu...

Nolan Arenado spoke more comfortably than ever at Coors Field as he discussed Charlie Blackmon’s retirement and his favorite memories playing alongside Chuck Nazty. Kyle Freeland made his case for why no. 19 should be retired and assistant hitting coach P.J. Pilittere describes the day-to-day efficiency of the 14-year big league veteran. Plus, post-game commentary on Wednesday game against the St....

Charlie Blackmon spoke with Denver media at Coors Field for 30 minutes and was outstanding. Bud Black was blown away as well and shared his thoughts on the 14-year veteran of the Colorado Rockies. During the game, Chuck Nazty and starting pitcher Ryan Feltner were looking like the heroes before the bullpen wavered. Exactly how special has Feltner become during the second half? Plus, a little Rocki...

Charlie Blackmon may not feel like a first ballot Hall of Fame candidate, but the Hall of Very Good member has a list of accomplishment that are better than you might remember. Plus, the greatest commercials and memes of Chuck Nazty and the alternate timeline where Blackmon returns in 2025. Skyler Timmins from Purple Row helps relive all the greatest moments of the four-time All-Star and determine...

Charlie Blackmon announced his retirement on Monday after 14 seasons with the Colorado Rockies. Skyler Timmins from Purple Row shares his perspective on all things Chuck Nazty. What's on his resume than some fans may have forgotten? What are the greatest memories of the 2008 draft pick? Plus, should Dick Monfort and the Rockies retire no. 19 alongside Todd Helton’s no. 17 and Larry Walker’s no...

Colorado Rockies were three outs away from their first series win in Los Angeles in quite a few years. With rookie closer Seth Halvorsen looking for his second save in less than 24 hours, Shohe Ohtani and Mookie Betts lifted the Dodgers to a walk-off win. Despite the series loss, hope is aplenty as the Rockies score 15 runs during their three games and look competitive away from Coors Field. Ezequ...

Shohei Ohtani has done the unthinking: 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season. The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar creates a club of one in arguably the greatest single-game in baseball history with his 6-for-6 performance on Thursday that included three homers, two steals and 10 RBI. With nine games remaining -- six of which are against the Colorado Rockies -- what else does Ohtani hav...

Hunter Goodman has been providing a lot of offense as the Colorado Rockies catcher over the past week and his playing time may not be shrinking any time. The 24-year-old offers his thoughts on being in the lineup so frequently as well as the friendly competition between himself, Drew Romo and Jacob Stallings. Plus, audio from the clubhouse following Antonio Senzatela's remarkable return, Bud B...

Hunter Goodman and Ezequiel Tovar have homered in back-to-back games for the Colorado Rockies as they make a push to avoid losing 100 once again. What will it take to win 63 and avoid another embarrassing final record? Bud Black won his 535th to become the winningest manager in franchise history. He celebrated with players and was celebrated by them, which made for an interesting post-game press c...

Arizona Diamondbacks return to Coors Field for a three-game series against the Colorado Rockies. After nearly getting swept by the Brewers, the Dbacks are looking to do damage in Denver and possibly take more than just two games. Derek Montilla from PHNX Dbacks drops by to discuss the Jordan Montgomery situation, determine if Corbin Carroll is having a sophomore slump before figuring out the face...

The Colorado Rockies took another series at home against a team with a .500 record or better. Hunter Goodman and Kyle Freeland frustrated the Chicago Cubs who are two more losses closer to missing out on the 2024 postseason. What does Goodman’s recent success mean for him as a catcher and how has it impacted Drew Romo? And what are the latest highlight reel plays -- yes, there was more than one at...

Kris Bryant is still owed $108 million by the Colorado Rockies despite a back injury that has kept him to only 37 games in 2024. With the Chicago Cubs visiting Denver, it begs the question: How has his time with the Rockies impacted his legacy? Ryan Herrera from CHGO Cubs offers his perspective on Kris Bryant and the other three veterans who were traded by the Northsiders in 2021. Plus, which play...

Bud Black was ejected on Thursday as the Colorado Rockies faced an already uphill battle against AL Cy Young Award favorite Tarik Skubal. A few missed calls by home plate umpire Alphonso Marquez cost the Rox the lead and Buddy got his money's worth. Host Patrick Lyons breaks down how Colorado avoided the three-game sweep at the hands of the Detroit Tigers and how the bullpen continues to be a...

Exactly how did the Tigers make a push for the postseason after trading away veterans at the deadline? And how Tarik Skubal became an ace and Cy Young Award favorite? Clay Snowden of Just Baseball discusses the Tigers (and Rockies) need for a closer if they’re going to contend in 2025 and stumps for more attention for players like Matt Vierling, Riley Green and Tyler Holten. 🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥 https:...

Colorado Rockies finish 2024 with 27-consecutive games against MLB clubs with records at .500 or above. This week they wrap a nine-game road trip in Michigan against the Detroit Tigers. Clay Snowden of Just Baseball discusses pitching coach Chris Fetter and his impressive work to turn around a rather inexperienced bullpen. Plus, what does someone from the Central division think about the Rockies a...

The voice of the Colorado Rockies for Rockies.tv and MLB.com Drew Goodman drops by The Rockies Insider to discuss the many rookies who have made an impact as of recent and who could elevate the Rox to .500 in 2025. Will Brenton Doyle’s rise be the biggest surprise in 2024? Which of the rookie relievers really have a chance going forward? And will we see the 13th player make their Major League debu...

Kyle Freeland continues to look more like the pitcher he's been the last few years and not the one that struggled mightily through his first four starts of 2024. How has he turned things around so much? Rockies rookie bullpen called upon another prospect in Jaden Hill. How good have their relievers been over the past few weeks? Is that one less area of concern going forward? Plus, the Zac Veen...

Ryan Feltner and Austin Gomber made their impact on the National League postseason during back-to-back wins on the road in Milwaukee and Atlanta. Together with Cal Quantrill, what is this trio of starting pitchers set to accomplish for the first time since 2021? Michael Toglia reclaimed the Rockies' team lead for home runs with a pair of dingers, one of which broke the scoreboard. Brenton Doyl...