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Official plaque sculptor of the Baseball Hall of Fame, Tom Tsuchiya Jan 27, 2022

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Tom Tsuchiya, plaque sculptor for the Baseball Hall of Fame, describes his experience designing Larry Walker's plaque. We get his first take on David Ortiz making it to Cooperstown and the work ahead of him for the seven members in the Class of 2022.

Plus, learn about the sculptures he's been making for Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati since 2003 and his interactions with legends Pete Rose, Joe Morgan and Johnny Bench.

"Todd Helton gains ground on Baseball Hall of Fame, David Ortiz elected to Cooperstown" by Patrick Lyons

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Rockies Round Table: Hall of Fame 2022 w/ RoxPile & Purple Row Jan 26, 2022

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The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced David Ortiz as the only new member in the Class of 2022 as all other players on the ballot received less than 75%. Todd Helton took another step closer to Cooperstown by appearing on 52.0% of ballots from the Baseball Writers' Association of America.

Writers from Purple Row and RoxPile - Justin Wick, Noah Yingling and Kevin Henry - discuss the mixed messages sent by voters and predict what year Helton may earn enshrinement.

"Today we see Helton’s Hall of Fame progress" by Justin Wick

"David Ortiz calls writer obscenity live on Boston radio" by Noah Yingling

"The one-and-done All-Star team of Baseball Hall of Fame rejects" by Bill Felber

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Julian Valentin, former Rockies Brand Manager Jan 25, 2022

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Rockies social media team is phenomenal and that's in large part due to Julian Valentin. He shares his favorite memories with Colorado, goes through his life as a professional soccer player and details his latest career working with athletes.

Plus, the final installment of the Rockies Hall of Fame: relievers and catchers.

"DNVR Exclusive: Two years anniversary of Walker’s Hall of Fame announcement" by Patrick Lyons

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Todd Helton: Hall of Famer w/ Nick Bellopatrick Jan 24, 2022

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There are 1,000 reasons why Todd Helton should be the next representative of the Colorado Rockies in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. We list every one.

Joined by Nick Bellopatrick, we break down the metrics that give greater context for why Helton is every bit as good as those first basemen in Cooperstown. Plus, the outfielder deserving of a place in the Rockies Hall of Fame.

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Rockies' Hall of Fame: Starting Pitchers w/ Sam Bradfield Jan 21, 2022

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We know the sluggers, but several starters in Rockies history have had impactful careers with the franchise. Sam Bradfield from Purple Row looks at which rotation mates should be included in a team Hall of Fame.

And the coaches for Double-A Hartford Yard Goats have been announced, including one that has already had success with both Sam Hilliard and Michael Toglia.

Colorado Rockies 2021 Season Review: Ranking the Rockies by Purple Row Staff

"My Guy: Jon Garland" by Mac Wilcox

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FAQ about the Rockies' Dominican Republic Academy w/ Drew Goodman Jan 20, 2022

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SS Dyan Jorge is a big ticket free agent from Cuba that will head directly to the Rockies incredible facility in the Dominican Republic. Hear from Drew Goodman about the quality and craftsmanship of Colorado's academy.

We also look at the Las Vegas series against the Arizona Diamondbacks on March 18-19 and examine the intriguing coaching staff at Triple-A Albuquerque this year.

"Baseball Hall of Fame voting history for the Colorado Rockies, 1993-2021: Part One (Bichette, Burks and more)" by Patrick Lyons

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Author K.P. Wee on the untold stories of Barry Bonds' HOF candidacy Jan 19, 2022

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K.P. Wee, author and host of The K.P. Wee Podcast, discusses his late book, "The Case For Barry Bonds in the Hall of Fame: The Untold and Forgotten Stories of Baseball’s Home Run King.”

He details the double standards and unfair criticism Bonds has faced in his career, not to mention several interesting anecdotes about his treatment of teammates that have not been highly publicized.

Whether you think you know everything there is to know about Bonds, you'll come away with a different understanding of Mr. 73*.

"The Case For Barry Bonds in the Hall of Fame: The Untold and Forgotten Stories of Baseball’s Home Run King."

"John Cangelosi: The Improbable Baseball Journey of the Undersized Kid from Nowhere to World Series Champion" by K.P. Wee

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Rockies Hall of Fame: Infielders; CBA talks & SS Dyan Jorge w/ Noah Yingling Jan 18, 2022

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Noah Yingling from RoxPile and Call To The Pen shares his thoughts on which infielders deserve acknowledgement in a Colorado Rockies Hall of Fame. Todd Helton, Troy Tulowitzki and Vinny Castilla seem like obvious guarantees, but who else would join them?

MLB and the Players' Association met on Thursday. Nothing was worked out, but some promising developments transpired. And the Rockies signed one of the top international amateur free agents for $2.8 million. Who is he, what are the projections and what might this mean for Colorado's future?

"The tragic story that doomed the Colorado Rockies 1994 Draft class" by Noah Yingling

"Scott Rolen could have been a member of the Colorado Rockies" by Noah Yingling

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Manny Randhawa heats up the takes on the Baseball Hall of Fame voting ballot Jan 17, 2022

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Talking all-things Class of 2022 for the Baseball Hall of Fame, Manny Randhawa of MLB.com gives his nuanced thoughts about the differences between players like known PED-users Barry Bonds and Álex Rodríguez. Plus, where does the man banned from the game, Pete Rose, fit into the conversation.

Manny competes in the toughest game yet of Taco's Or Tears: Hall of Fame Edition.

Second Edition (feat. news of Larry Walker's HOF selection) of "The Blake Street Bombers" by Manny Randhawa

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First CBA meeting, blank HOF ballots and Jon Lester's retirement w/ Drew Goodman Jan 14, 2022

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Drew Goodman shares his unique perspective on Thursday's CBA proposal between MLB and the Players' Association. The conversation around Hall of Fame voting heats up and Jon Lester's retirement requires deeper consideration for a place in Cooperstown.

Plus, Rachel Balkovec and Genevieve Beacom carve their names in baseball history.

"Five memorable Colorado Rockies performances we didn’t witness in person" by Patrick Lyons

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