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A Colorado Rockies podcast by The Denver Post.

  1. Ep. 207 -- Hall of Fame roundtable breaking down 2024 BBWAA ballot

    01/19/2024

    Ep. 207 -- Hall of Fame roundtable breaking down 2024 BBWAA ballot

    In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders are joined by Pat Graham of the Associated Press and Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle to discuss the 2024 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot. Saunders, Graham and Slusser reveal their ballots, plus the four sportswriters discuss the Hall of Fame candidacies of various players. Will Todd Helton become the second Rockies player elected this year, joining Larry Walker? What makes Adrian Beltre a first-ballot slam dunk? What is the case for closer Billy Wagner and for infielder/outfielder Gary Sheffield in his final year on the ballot? Do second baseman Chase Utley and center fielder Andruw Jones deserve election? Plus, analyzing the "Big Hall" versus "Small Hall" philosophies and more analysis in a packed show.

    48 min
  2. Ep. 206 -- Peter Lambert returns to rotation, assessing Rockies' options at MLB trade deadline

    07/21/2023

    Ep. 206 -- Peter Lambert returns to rotation, assessing Rockies' options at MLB trade deadline

    In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down topics pertaining to Colorado's second-half forecast. Can right-hander Peter Lambert capitalize on a second chance in the Rockies' tattered rotation? What deals should GM Bill Schmidt make ahead of the August 1 trade deadline? What's to make of the Rockies' offensive woes -- Colorado managed just two hits in its last game -- especially considering the club ranks 12th of 15 National League teams in homers? These questions are addressed and more analysis in a packed show.

    22 min
  3. Ep. 205 -- Elias Diaz is an all-star, assessing first half and upcoming MLB Draft

    07/06/2023

    Ep. 205 -- Elias Diaz is an all-star, assessing first half and upcoming MLB Draft

    In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the ever-spiraling Rockies at the all-star break. The show includes discussion on Elias Diaz becoming the first all-star catcher in team history, the most surprising, most disappointing and best teams at midseason, and analysis on Futures Game participant and rising Rockies prospect Yanquiel Fernandez. Plus, who the Rockies might take at No. 9 overall in the first round of Sunday's MLB Draft in Seattle.

    38 min
  4. Ep. 204 -- Looking for silver linings in second half of Rockies season

    06/29/2023

    Ep. 204 -- Looking for silver linings in second half of Rockies season

    In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down what Colorado fans can expect from the second half of another lost season. What are the silver linings to look for? Should fans expect GM Bill Schmidt to make more moves following the trade of Mike Moustakas to the Angels? Was Colorado's 25-1 defeat to Los Angeles the nadir? Will this club reach 100 losses for the first time in franchise history? Plus, a special guest interview with right hander German Marquez from the Colorado clubhouse. The right-hander talks about his surgery, his comeback, his team option at the end of the season and more.

    25 min
  5. Ep. 203 -- Rockies trade candidates, Kris Bryant's continued struggles

    05/31/2023

    Ep. 203 -- Rockies trade candidates, Kris Bryant's continued struggles

    In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies who GM Bill Schmidt should consider trading ahead of the August 1 deadline. Plus, breaking down Kris Bryant's struggles in his second season as the top-paid player in LoDo and the promise of rookie shortstop Ezequiel Tovar in a packed show.

    30 min
  6. Ep. 202 -- Rockies showing some life, but see another starting pitcher injured

    05/11/2023

    Ep. 202 -- Rockies showing some life, but see another starting pitcher injured

    In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' recent surge following one of the worst Aprils in club history. What's to make of the Rockies' hot streak (eight wins in their last 10 games) and a 4-2 road trip that included series victories over the Mets and Pirates? How excited should Rockies fans be about rookie outfielder Brenton Doyle? How worried should they be about Antonio Senzatela's arm injury in his second start of the season? What are storylines to watch in the upcoming homestand against the Phillies and Reds? This questions are addressed and more in a packed show.

    16 min
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A Colorado Rockies podcast by The Denver Post.

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  • Creator
    The Denver Post
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
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    On The Rox