In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' road woes in the first two months of the season. 

What are the odds that Colorado breaks the MLB record for lowest road winning percentage in a single season? Plus, analysis on prospects to know across all four levels of Colorado's farm system and previewing the upcoming homestand against the Rangers and Athletics.

Ep. 167 -- Breaking down Rockies' road woes, top prospects, upcoming homestand

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss Charlie Blackmon's legacy with the Rockies after he passed Larry Walker for second on the club's all-time hit list.

Will Chuck Nazty be on the Rockies' Mount Rushmore when it's all said and done? Plus, discussion on what interim GM Bill Schmidt should do at the trade deadline, and the potential return he needs to get back in exchange for shortstop Trevor Story.

Ep. 169 -- Breaking down Charlie Blackmon's legacy with the Rockies, plus potential deadline trades

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the final stretch of the Rockies' 2021 season.

Can Colorado play spoiler against the Dodgers and Giants at Coors Field as those teams vie for the National League West crown? Plus, analysis on Trevor Story's LoDo swan song, how the Rockies' minor-league affiliates fared this year, breaking down the team's recent road surge, Larry Walker's number retirement this weekend and more analysis.

Ep. 177 -- Rockies try to play spoiler, MiLB success, Trevor Story's LoDo swan song

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down an array of topics with the Rockies' 2021 season fresh in the rearview.

What's to make of Colorado hiring Bill Schmidt as GM? How should fans rate the deals handed out to right-hander Antonio Senzatela and first baseman C.J. Cron? What's the latest update on Trevor Story's free agency forecast? Who needs to break out for the Rockies to contend in 2022?

Those questions, plus analysis on Nolan Arenado's postseason struggles, are addressed and more.

Ep. 178 -- Rockies hire Bill Schmidt as GM, re-sign Antonio Senzatela/C.J. Cron and more analysis

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the MLB lockout, with the players and owners at odds in baseball's first work stoppage in a quarter-century.

Why is the lockout occurring? Could games be lost in 2022? Newman and Saunders discuss that topic, and also Jon Gray signing with the Rangers, Daniel Bard and Tyler Kinley re-signing with the Rockies, and the latest on Trevor Story's free agency.

Ep. 181 -- Breaking down Jon Gray's signing with Rangers, MLB lockout and more

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman moderates a discussion about the 2022 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot with three BBWAA voters.

Patrick Saunders, Mark Kiszla and The Associated Press' Pat Graham offer analysis on their respective ballots. What players were the hardest decisions this year? Where does each voter stand on "steroid guys" and why? Does Todd Helton, now in his fourth year on the ballot, have a chance at eventually making Cooperstown?

Plus, a debate on whether all Hall of Fame voters should be required to reveal their ballots and predictions on what players could be elected this year after none were elected in 2021.

Ep. 182 -- Breaking down the 2022 Hall of Fame ballot with three BBWAA voters

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the ongoing MLB lockout and the likely delay for the start of 2022 spring training.

Is there any way the lockout could affect the regular season? What are the main issues at stake between the owners and the Major League Baseball Players Association? What will it take for both sides to compromise on a new collective bargaining agreement?

These questions are addressed in a packed show, plus more baseball analysis on Rockies' top prospect Zac Veen as well as what Colorado should do in free agency once the lockout ends.

Ep. 183 -- Stalemate in MLB lockout puts start of spring training in doubt

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the cancellation of MLB Opening Day as the lockout wiped out the first two series of the 2022 season.

How many games will the Rockies and MLB lose before a new collective bargaining agreement is reached between the owners and the players association? Who is most to blame for baseball's latest black eye? What should fans think of the roles commissioner Rob Manfred and Rockies owner Dick Monfort have played in the lockout? How much will the lockout hurt baseball's already-dwindling fanbase and television viewership?

These questions, and more, are addressed in a packed episode analyzing baseball's first labor-related work stoppage since 1994-95.

Ep. 184 -- MLB lockout cancels Opening Day, with many more games in jeopardy

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the end of the Major League Baseball lockout.

What can fans expect from free agency now that the lockout's over? Will the Rockies make any major moves, and where will shortstop Trevor Story land? What are the details of amended spring training leading into Opening Day on April 8?

Those questions are addressed and more in a packed edition of the show.

Ep. 185 -- MLB lockout ends, starting free agency frenzy ahead of Opening Day

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' plan at designated hitter and closer for the 2022 season.

Plus, expectations for right-hander German Marquez coming off an all-star year, predicting what the Rockies' City Connect jerseys will look like, and debating the merits of the California rule.

Ep. 187 -- Colorado's plan at DH and closer, German Marquez's potential to build off all-star season

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders preview the Rockies' 30th opening day as Colorado takes on the Dodgers on Friday at Coors Field.

Is the trio of Kyle Freeland, German Marquez and Antonio Senzatela ready to carry the pitching burden for the Rockies this series and all season? How will all-star left fielder Kris Bryant be received in his Rockies debut? What can fans expect out of center fielder Randal Grichuk?

Those questions are addressed and more analysis, plus the duo breaks down 2022 predictions for the Rockies and all of MLB.

Ep. 188 -- Previewing Rockies' Opening Day against Los Angeles Dodgers

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down Colorado's fast start to the 2022 season with series wins over the Dodgers and the Rangers.

What's real and what's fake about Colorado's 4-1 record? Who on the roster is overachieving, and who is underachieving? How can the bullpen keep up the dominance it has displayed so far? What are key areas of improvement moving ahead into the season?

Those questions are addressed and more, plus analysis on the upcoming homestand against the Cubs and Phillies.

Ep. 189 -- Rockies off to hot start after series wins over Dodgers, Rangers

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies as they head into a nine-game homestand.

What went wrong during the 1-5 road trip to Arizona and San Francisco? Why are the Rockies playing such poor defense so far this year? What's the latest update on Kris Bryant's back injury, and what are the keys to bouncing back against the Royals, Giants and Mets during this homestand?

Those questions are addressed and more.

Ep. 192 -- Another messy road trip, Kris Bryant injury update, previewing homestand

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the state of the Rockies as the calendar turns to July.

What's there to be optimistic about for last-place Colorado? What behind right-hander Chad Kuhl's success in 2022? What can Rockies fans expect from Kris Bryant, whose first year in LoDo has been marred by injury and a lack of production? Can third baseman Ryan McMahon get his hitting and his defense back on track?

Those questions are addressed and more in a packed show.

Ep. 194 -- State of the last-place Rockies entering July

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman moderates a discussion between three BBWAA voters on the 2023 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot.

Newman talks with Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders, AP sportswriter Pat Graham and Cardinals beat writer Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch about the ballot. What is the Hall of Fame case for Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, and Cardinals/Phillies third baseman Scott Rolen? Will either player get in this year, or soon?

Plus, all three voters discuss their philosophy when voting for the Hall of Fame, the hardest decisions on this year's ballot and more Cooperstown analysis in a packed show.

Ep. 196 -- Roundtable discussion with three BBWAA Hall of Fame voters

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders preview 2023 Rockies spring training.

Who are some new Rockies to keep tabs on in big-league camp? Who are the top prospects to watch at Salt River Fields? Why should Rockies fans be excited about spring training and the season after owner Dick Monfort said the club can "play .500 ball" this summer?

Plus, a conversation with right-handed pitching prospect Case Williams (Douglas County High School) in a packed show.

Ep. 198 -- Rockies spring training preview, chat with right-hander Case Williams

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss observations from 2023 spring training in Scottsdale.

What young prospects have stood out so far? Who can help prop up the Colorado bullpen in 2023? How is the Rockies' rotation shaping up early on, and what's to make of Kyle Freeland's assertion that the club "can't accept losing anymore"? What else has happened at Salt River Fields that fans need to know ahead of Saturday's Cactus League opener?

Plus, a conversation with veteran closer Daniel Bard in a packed show.

Ep. 199 -- Observations from Scottsdale as Rockies spring training heats up

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders give their best-case and worst-case scenarios for the Rockies' 2023 season ahead of Thursday's Opening Day in San Diego.

Will the Rockies have enough starting pitching depth to stay afloat? What can fans expect out of Kris Bryant after a lost debut season in LoDo last year? Does the bullpen have enough talent to hold up? These questions are addressed, plus much more analysis and predictions for Colorado's season.

Ep. 200 -- Previewing Rockies' 2023 Opening Day in San Diego

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down Colorado's ugly start through the first 30 games as the Rockies are on pace for 108 losses.

With German Marquez headed for Tommy John surgery, where does the spiraling Rockies rotation go from here? Has Marquez thrown his last pitch in a Rockies uniform? Could Peter Lambert get called up again soon? What are silver linings from the first rough month-plus?

Those questions are addressed plus insight into a fan survey for an upcoming Denver Post takeout story on fan disinterest in the club this year.

Ep. 201 -- German Marquez headed for Tommy John, Rockies on pace for 108 losses

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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

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.

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

How would closers Aroldis Chapman, Kenley Jansen or Mark Melancon look in purple pinstripes? Should the Rockies bring back Matt Holliday? Rockies fans give their dream offseason scenarios, and beat writers Patrick Saunders and Nick Kosmider discuss. And of course, Patrick and Nick break down the biggest current story line in Rockies land: Who will be the next Rockies manager?

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Ep. 12 — Rockies offseason dream scenarios

Pitcher Chad Bettis returned to the Colorado Rockies this week, following his chemotherapy treatment, and has an ambitious timeline to pitch before the All-Star break. The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke discuss when they think Bettis will return to game action, and what his role will be when he returns.

In the second segment, Patrick and Nick discuss which Rockies pitcher they would send to the mound in a hypothetical must-win game at the end of the season against Clayton Kershaw and the Dodgers. 

Finally, Patrick catches up with Rockies pitching coach Steve Foster, to get his insight on the remarkable success of Colorado's rookie hurlers. Foster also provides a quick thumbnail on each of the Rockies starting pitchers.

Ep. 24 -- What is Chad Bettis' role when he returns?

Rockies second baseman DJ LeMahieu joins the show and talks about the Rockies' fast start and his friendship with outfielder Charlie Blackmon. Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke discuss comments from ESPN's Tony Kornheiser calling Colorado a team of "frauds." Plus, Nick and Patrick talk about which Rockies starter would be best suited for a move to the bullpen.

Ep. 25 -- DJ LeMahieu joins the show. And what to do with Rockies bullpen?

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess the Mark Reynolds signing and what the veteran slugger could bring to the Rockies this season, what his prior stint with Colorado reveals and more.

Ep. 66 --   Mark Reynolds thrilled to be back with Colorado

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman is joined by Bud Black. The Rockies manager discusses his thoughts on the owners' proposal for the 2020 season, including how he feels about expanded playoffs and the universal designated hitter. 

Plus, how Black is staying sane during the postponement, his thoughts on Michael Jordan's baseball career, how he's staying in touch with his team and more.

Ep. 145 -- Bud Black talks owners' proposal for 2020 season and much more

In edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss what they miss most about baseball. From the minutiae of the daily MLB grind, to Nolan Arenado's Cooperstown talent, to the experience of various ballparks and more, Newman and Saunders can't wait for baseball to fire back up.

Ep. 146 -- From Arenado's Cooperstown talent to ballpark districts, what we miss about the game

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman is joined by Jenny Cavnar. Newman and Cavnar, a host and reporter for AT&T SportsNet, discuss the likelihood of MLB returning to play after weeks of contentious negotiating.

How far apart are the owners and the players association? What about the future of minor league baseball? Will it be a stain on the game if the season is canceled over money amid a global pandemic? Is a July start date still feasible? Those questions, and more, are addressed in a packed episode.

Ep. 147 -- Rockies podcast: Breaking down the decreasing likelihood of a MLB season

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