DNVR Colorado Rockies Podcast

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Memories of Hi Corbett Field & Tucson w/ Drew Goodman Feb 24, 2022

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Built in 1937 and home to the Colorado Rockies' Spring Training facility for nearly two decades, Hi Corbett Field in Tucson housed a lot of early memories for the organization.

Drew Goodman of AT&T SportsNet share some funny tales about the stadium while going through the greatness of Charlie Blackmon to the franchise.

"Quartet of prospects make for interesting draft scenarios for Colorado" by Patrick Lyons

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The Rockies trade that lasted 22 years to complete Feb 23, 2022

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The Colorado Rockies drafted Jamey Wright with the 28th overall pick in the 1993 MLB Draft. Through a series of trades, that selection in their inaugural season ended up impacting the organization until 2015.

Plus, big update on the MLB lockout and the Rockies' Mount Rushmore.

"How the Rockies saved their bullpen, acquired an NL Manager of the Year and started Moneyball" by Patrick Lyons

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Before Garrett Hampson there was Terry Shumpert Feb 22, 2022

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Spring Training may be delayed, but that hasn't stopped Evan Lang from cranking out great content on Rockies' great utility men like Terry Shumpert and Garrett Hampson.

The scribe from Purple Row breaks down the value of minor league pitchers Nate Griep and Taylor Ahearn before jumping into another game of Taco's Or Tears.

"Terry Shumpert was the ultimate Rockies super utility man" by Evan Lang

"Nate Griep deserves to finally get a shot at the majors" by Evan Lang

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How much does a Kyle Freeland extension cost? w/ Kenneth Weber Feb 21, 2022

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Can the Rockies afford another starting pitcher making more than $10 million? What if it's homegrown Kyle Freeland?

Kenneth Weber of Purple Row breaks down the latest with Colorado's roster as well as their farm system in 2022.

"Finding a comp for a Kyle Freeland extension" by Kenneth Weber

"Three Rockies prospects who could rebound in 2022" by Kenneth Weber

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Rockies sign 3 pitchers, Lockout update and Eric Kay Trial Feb 18, 2022

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Colorado continues to grab pitchers on minor league deals. Three more enter the fold and we've got the skinny on these former top prospects.

C.J. Cron was in court for the trial of Eric Kay. Learn about his testimony and the fate of the former Ange's communication director.

The lockout continues, but with each proposal comes a new wrinkle and new hope. Get the latest lowdown on the lockout.

"How the Rockies saved their bullpen, acquired an NL Manager of the Year and started Moneyball" by Patrick Lyons

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The Nolan Arenado Multiverse w/ Drew Goodman Feb 17, 2022

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On August 9, 2020, the Colorado Rockies had the best record in all of MLB. Drew Goodman helps determine what could have been with Nolan Arenado, Trevor Story, Jon Gray and Jeff Bridich had the season ended with the team's third postseason in four years.

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Will Manfred's draft changes help Colorado? w/ Kevin Henry Feb 16, 2022

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Kevin Henry from RoxPile and Call To The Pen dives into the ramifications of Commissioner Manfred's announcement that the universal DH will be back for good in 2022 and that certain changes are on the way for the MLB Draft. Could this announcement give a major edge to Colorado more than other clubs?

We also break down Tyler Matzek's social media activity and find out just how good a baseball player Governor Jared Polis happens to be. (Hint: he does hold the all-time record.)

"Picturing who could play in a Colorado Rockies Old Timers’ Day" by Kevin Henry

"How the Portland Pickles are winning baseball social media" by Kevin Henry

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The Original Colorado Kid w/ Mark Knudson Feb 15, 2022

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Before Kyle Freeland, there was Mark Knudson. One of the first to suit up in the purple pinstripes, Knudson shares stories of playing at Mile High Stadium as both a minor leaguer with the Denver Zephyrs and with the Colorado Rockies in 1993.

"41’s Inside Pitch: Catching on – the toughest position in all of sports" by Mark Knudson

"Mark Knudson’s 3 Strikes: Ownership issues could cost the Broncos in 2022... and networks could fill baseball void with college games" by Mark Knudson

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Charlie Blackmon returns for 14th season with Rockies Feb 14, 2022

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The one constant for Colorado through the last decade has been Chuck Nazty. Few have spent as long with the same organization and accomplished as much statistically. How special has Charlie Blackmon actually been for the Rockies?

Plus, updates on the CBA negotiations and Monday Mailbag with your questions.

"A Decade of Dependability: Charlie Blackmon enters rarified air in 12th season with Rockies" by Patrick Lyons

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Where does Bud Black rank all-time? w/ Drew Goodman Feb 11, 2022

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Black is back for another year beyond 2022 and Drew Goodman of AT&T SportsNet breaks down why this is a big deal for the Rockies. Was it Colorado or Bud that didn't want a longer extension?

We also get into Commissioner Manfred's morning press conference and figure out if it was filled with more good news or bad news.

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