As the postseason rages on, other teams like the Colorado Rockies are already looking ahead to 2027.
This offseason will bring a lot of reflection on how the current roster is constructed and potential moves to help the 2027 squad. A major part of that is looking back at how 2026 went and the right process forward. For the first time in a long while, the Rockies will take an important first step with a press conference today from the front office.
Over the last several years the Rockies hid from the public
after the season. When there were having press conferences with general manager Jeff Bridich and manager Bud Black, things always boiled down to, “The players need to just play better.”
Not exactly a model of accountability.
Well, the improved communication from Paul DePodesta and company this year has been refreshing. Now, they have a chance to address the media about what went well, what went wrong, and what needs to happen next as part of the climb to contention.
Now, let’s get to some news from the Rockies and the league!
Rockies News & Links
6 Realistic MLB Trades That Could Happen In 2026-27 Offseason | Bleacher Report — The offseason will be full of hypotheticals and mock trades. Kerry Miller proposes that the Texas Rangers try to trade for Hunter Goodman. In Miller’s trade proposal, the Rockies would receive right-handed pitching prospects Caden Scarborough and AJ Russell, and catching prospect Malcolm Moore.
One Internal Candidate to Solve One of the Rockies Biggest Problems | Sports Illustrated — Maddy Dickens tries to make the case for who could fill in as the regular DH for the Rockies in 2027. The best option could be moving Charlie Condon into the position in order to get him more regular playing time next season.
2027 Rockies Will Have One Major Strength That Might Surprise You | Rockies on SI — Dickens also pinpoints the outfield as a major strength for the Rockies heading into 2027. With Jake McCarthy and Cole Carrigg locked in, along with Mickey Moniak, and the option of Condon as an outfield option, there is a chance for a lot of production.
The cancer club: How cyclist Lance Armstrong started an unlikely fraternity among MLB pitchers | The Athletic ($) — Former Rockie Chad Bettis managed to connect with Lance Armstrong after his cancer diagnosis and that has continued to turn into a support group for pitchers with cancer. The group also includes Jameson Taillon and Liam Hendriks and has been a nice resource for all involved.
Affected by Altitude Episode 228: What We No Longer Have Here Is A Failure To Communicate | Rocky Mountain Rooftop— This week Evan Lang and I talk about Cole Carrigg winning Rookie of the Month and the All-MLB nominations. We then talk about the better communication from the front office this season before chatting about the postseason so far.
Around MLB
A’s Athletic Club Sells Out 17 Months Ahead of 2028 Ballpark Opening | MLB.com — The Athletics are planning on finally moving into Las Vegas in 2028, and part of their stadium plan is a premier hospitality area located behind home plate. Per the reports, 76% of buyers are from southern Nevada.
Clutch hitting, brilliant relief in Game 2 have White Sox on cusp of ALCS | MLB.com — The Chicago White Sox are on the cusp of an appearance in the ALCS after another inspiring win against the Cleveland Guardians. The pitching continues to be on point for the White Sox alongside some timely hitting. The miracle season lives on!
MLB insider says Cubs are ‘unlikely’ to re-sign .841 OPS outfielder | Yahoo! Sports — The Chicago Cubs have a pair of outfielders becoming free agents. Unfortunately, they are likely to only be able to sign one of them. Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki will be popular free agents for teams and the Cubs are hoping to at least retain Happ if possible while potentially losing a bidding war for Suzuki.
Tampa Bay’s secret weapon? No outfield is harder to get a hit against | MLB.com — The Tampa Bay Rays do a lot of things right and one of the overlooked things is the spectacular outfield defense. As a unit the Rays outfield has +37 OAA, which is the best mark of any team in the Statcast era.
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