Rockies Now Podcast

Rockies Now
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A place where we talk anything and everything Colorado Rockies baseball! Hosted by Stephen Cross, Thomas Delaplane, and Adam Ramirez. Go follow us on Instagram, Facebook, X, and Threads!

  1. 2D AGO

    Colorado Rockies Player Previews: Outfielders | 105

    On this episode, Tom and Chris discuss the Rockies outfielders in our annual Rockies Player Previews as we near the regular season!

    1h 48m

  2. FEB 13

    Rockies Add a Couple New Arms! | 104

    Episode 104 is here, and we’ve got a three-person panel tonight as Tom is joined by Chris and Sarah to break down the latest Rockies news as spring training gets underway. We dive into Colorado’s two new pitching additions — Tomoyuki Sugano and José Quintana — and why their pitch mixes might actually translate at Coors Field better than the national reaction suggests. We also discuss what these veteran arms mean for the rotation, how the fifth starter battle could shake out, and what the bullpen might look like (including the lefty situation and whether the Rockies should name a true closer. On the position player side, we talk opening day lineup and roster battles, especially in the outfield and at the corner infield spots, plus thoughts on bench construction, stolen base leaders, and how much the defense matters with a pitch-to-contact staff. Finally, we close with a bigger-picture question: how many wins can the Rockies realistically reach in 2026 with a new leadership group, a new coaching direction, and improved health from key players like Tovar and Doyle.

    1h 36m

  3. FEB 6

    Storylines to Keep An Eye On at Rockies Spring Training | 103

    Spring training is officially around the corner — and the Rockies’ spring training roster/invite list is out. Tom and Sarah break down the most notable names, what it signals about the new front office’s evaluation style, and which prospects they’re watching closely once camp opens. We also react to Yanquiel Fernández being claimed and landing with the New York Yankees, what a “change of scenery” could mean for him, and why Colorado’s crowded outfield picture made this move feel inevitable — even if it stung. Then we dig into the big topic: WAR roster turnover. How a team that posted -3.5 total WAR in 2025 is trying to reset by cutting -10.2 WAR worth of departures, returning +7.4 WAR, and adding +1.9 WAR. We also touch on early FanGraphs projections, bullpen roles, and what the 2026 lineup could look like — including leadoff options, where Goodman fits, and who protects him in the order.

    1h 7m

  4. JAN 31

    Rockies Had a Very Busy Week! | 102

    FanFest recap + statue dates for Larry Walker and Todd Helton at Coors Field, plus the Rockies’ busy week: Willi Castro official, trade for Edouard Julien / Pierson Ohl from Minnesota, and the New York Yankees deal that brings in T.J. Rumfield. Spring training is almost here—what jobs are up for grabs?

    1h 38m

  5. JAN 17

    Rockies Trade for Jake McCarthy | 100

    We break down the Rockies trading for Jake McCarthy from Arizona, what his speed, left-handed bat, and team control through 2028 could mean for the outfield, and how this move might create pressure and competition across the roster. Then we react to the Rockies signing Willi Castro to a two-year deal, why his versatility and switch-hitting fit what the new front office is building, and whether he’s an upgrade over Thairo Estrada. Plus, we get hit with breaking MLB news live during the show, including Kyle Tucker to the Dodgers, and we talk about Nolan Arenado returning to the NL West with Arizona—and whether that really moves the needle in the division. To close out the episode, we feature a full conversation from our guy Chris (Hoops and Homers / 5280 Media) with new Rockie Troy Johnston, covering his approach, mindset, MLB debut, and what it means to join Colorado.

    1h 35m

  6. JAN 10

    Rockies Sign Michael Lorenzen | 99

    Happy 2026, Rockies fans. We open the year with Kris Bryant contract talk in the shadow of the Angels/Rendon news, break down the Rockies’ Michael Lorenzen signing, and preview Rockies Fest. Then we feature Chris’s interview with Rockies catcher Braxton Fulford on MLB adjustments, the ABS system, and the identity this young Rockies club wants to build.

    1h 14m

  7. 12/19/2025

    Rockies have positions up for grabs & Ubaldo Jimenez elected into the Hall of Pretty Good!

    The Rockies continue reshaping the organization off the field, adding former Mets executive Ian Levin to the front office and making key coaching hires—highlighted by new hitting coach Brett Pill (Dodgers org) and bench coach Jeff Pickler. Tom and Sarah break down what these external hires could mean for player development, approach at the plate, and culture under Warren Schaeffer. Then they pivot to roster needs: first base and second base options, veteran depth, left-handed bats, and what spring training competition might reveal about the new regime’s plans. Plus: Ubaldo Jiménez earns a Hall of Pretty Good nod and the hosts reflect on his legacy in Rockies history.

    1h 28m

  8. 12/12/2025

    The Rockies might be having their best offseason ever

    Breaking down a busy Winter Meetings week across MLB and what it signals for Colorado’s new direction. We react to headline moves like Pete Alonso landing in Baltimore, Kyle Schwarber staying in Philadelphia, and Atlanta’s additions—plus a quick Braves fan-base temperature check on Walt Weiss taking over. Then we shift to the Rockies: tough roster calls (Drew Romo and Warming Bernabel), what the front office has said about playing time being earned, and why the organization’s biggest “wins” this offseason may be in the front office and coaching hires—not splashy free agents. We also discuss trade buzz around Brenton Doyle, first-base bridge options while Charlie Condon develops, and why Colorado’s new pitching infrastructure (including Driveline ties) feels like a true philosophical shift. Finally, we break down the Rule 5 selection of 6’8”, 300-pound reliever RJ Petit and the Rockies’ latest front-office addition from the Mets.

    1h 13m
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A place where we talk anything and everything Colorado Rockies baseball! Hosted by Stephen Cross, Thomas Delaplane, and Adam Ramirez. Go follow us on Instagram, Facebook, X, and Threads!

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  • Creator
    Rockies Now
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    104
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Rockies Now
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