The NL West has three of the four teams in Major League Baseball with a .700 winning percentage or better. The Los Angeles Dodgers were expected to be here, but are they in trouble following injuries to Freddie Freeman and Blake Snell?

Have the San Francisco Giants found the magic of 2021 when they won the National League West with 107 wins? Did it just take Bob Melvin a year to figure out how to elevate his club? How will the San Diego Padres handle the loss of Jackson Merrill to the 10-day IL?

What will the Arizona Diamondbacks do without Ketel Marte? And will Corbin Burnes start to figure things out?

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Chase Dollander makes his Major League debut and Zac Veen gets promoted to the Colorado Rockies on the same day! Is this the turning point for an organization in search of a new identity? And are there more prospects in the pipeline ready to make an impact in 2025?What are the realistic expectations for Dollander and Veen this season? Should either of them catapult into contention for the National League Rookie of the Year Award? 🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@BlakeStreetBanter 🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/BlakeStBanterhttps://www.threads.net/@BlakeStreetBanterhttps://bsky.app/profile/BlakeStBanter.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@BlakeStBanterhttps://www.x.com/@PatrickDLyonshttps://www.x.com/@NoahSpirek 🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7 ✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com/

We're back with a full rundown of the latest Colorado Rockies Minor League action! From a high-profile debut to clutch performances across the system, here's what went down this week:📰 News & TransactionsChase Dollander makes his long-awaited debut 👀Slammin’ Sam Hilliard returns to Albuquerque!Austin Gomber rehab setback🔥 Albuquerque IsotopesFulford hits a walk-off and goes yard 💣Veen showing flashes againHilliard’s return brings pop back to ABQ🐐 Hartford Yard GoatsKarros goes OFF: 2 HRs + Friday walk-offHughes looking sharpA little Benny Montgomery debate… 👀🐟 Spokane IndiansSlow start out of the gateFarm depth concerns past AA🐻 Fresno GrizzliesWalk-off from Hopfe on opening night!Jackson Cox is finally back!Brecht debut🎯 Our Guy UpdatesWe're tracking our favorite prospects all season — and we’re thinking of turning this into a season-long game... 👇Tyler: Blake Wright, Jordy VargasAaron: Emener, Prosecky, Zac Veen, Aidan LongwellLouis: Andy Perez, Lebarron Johnson, Jose TorresDrop your thoughts in the comments, and let us know who YOUR guys are this year!Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Rockies MiLB content 🔥#Rockies #MiLB #Dollander #ColoradoRockies #AlbuquerqueIsotopes #HartfordYardGoats #SpokaneIndians #FresnoGrizzlies #MLBProspects #MinorLeagueBaseball

Welcome to Best of the West your go-to podcast for everything NL West for Rockies fans! Hosted by Skyler Timmins and Kenneth Weber, we break down the biggest storylines, hottest takes, and season predictions for the Dodgers, Padres, Giants, D-backs, and Rockies.🎧 Subscribe now and join the conversation as we gear up for another wild season in the NL West! #Rockies #MLB #NLWestSan Diego Padres Extend Jackson Merrill (9 yr, $135M)Los Angeles Dodgers off to best start since 1950sOh and Mookie’s doing just fineThe Colorado Rockies have best starter ERA in NL entering WednesdayBullpen Is bad, Offense is Ice Cold🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@blakestreetbanter🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/BlakeStBanterhttps://www.threads.net/@BlakeStreetBanterhttps://bsky.app/profile/BlakeStBanter.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@BlakeStBanterhttps://x.com/@skylertimminshttps://x.com/@kdubs1988

The Colorado Rockies scored as many runs (9) as the New York Yankees hit home runs (9) during a game this past week. What’s the deal with Torpedo bats? Is the science behind the innovation legit? And, most importantly, is it actually legal?Colorado has been in a winning position all four games this season against the Tampa Bay Rays and Philadelphia Phillies, yet have only one win to show for it. Who is letting down the Rockies? Are they missing that intangible of knowing how to win?Marlins gets a team Hall of Fame and Denver readies for the Coors Field home opener on Friday… so long as it doesn’t get rained out.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@BlakeStreetBanter 🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/BlakeStBanterhttps://www.threads.net/@BlakeStreetBanterhttps://bsky.app/profile/BlakeStBanter.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@BlakeStBanterhttps://www.x.com/@PatrickDLyonshttps://www.x.com/@NoahSpirek 🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7 ✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com/

The Minor League season is here! We’re breaking down everything you need to know about the Colorado Rockies farm system heading into opening weekend.🔹 Albuquerque Isotopes – Roster preview thanks to Luke! Full breakdown 👉 Read Here: https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/03/29/isotopes-roster-preview/🔹 Series Recap – Dollander, Darnell, Veen & more!🔹 Next Series – Home opener vs. Salt Lake Bees (Orbit Beanie giveaway)Other Affiliates:⚾ Hartford Yard Goats – First game Friday vs. Somerset | Celebrating 10 Years of the Goats! 🐐⚾ Spokane Indians – Home opener vs. Everett (Fireworks & Magnet giveaway!)⚾ Fresno Grizzlies – Home opener vs. Stockton (Fireworks & Magnet night!)🛑 Our Guy Updates – Tracking our favorite prospects all season!Tyler: Blake Wright, Jordy VargasAaron: Emener, Prosecky, Zac VeenLouis: Andy Perez, Lebarron Johnson💬 Drop a comment with your favorite Rockies prospect to watch this season! Who’s breaking out in 2025?🔔 Like & Subscribe for more Rockies MiLB coverage! #Rockies #LetTheKidsPlay

Let's do that baseball: 2025 MLB Season Preview! Focused on all things National League West, Skyler Timmins and Kenneth Weber break down the biggest storylines, hottest takes, and season predictions for the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Arizona Dbacks and Colorado Rockies.In this episode, Best of the West dives into: 🔥 Jordan Montgomery’s Tommy John surgery & its impact on the D-backs 🤔 Why Zac Veen & Chase Dollander didn’t make the Rockies’ Opening Day roster 👀 Leaked Giants City Connect jerseys—are they a hit or miss? ⚾ Yu Darvish starting the season on the IL—how does this affect the Padres? 😷 Mookie Betts’ illness & weight loss—should Dodgers fans be worried?Plus, predictions on MVP, Cy Young Award and breakout stars for every NL West team.🎧 Subscribe now and join the conversation as we gear up for another wild season in the NL West! #Rockies #MLB #nlwest 🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@blakestreetbanter🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/BlakeStBanterhttps://www.threads.net/@BlakeStreetBanterhttps://bsky.app/profile/BlakeStBanter.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@BlakeStBanterhttps://x.com/@skylertimminshttps://x.com/@kdubs1988

The Colorado Rockies will play 162 MLB games during the 2025 season. Beyond that, it’s anyone’s guess what happens with the likes of Kris Bryant, Brenton Doyle, Ezequiel Tovar, Kyle Freeland and Germán Márquez.Will Bud Black’s team lose 100 games again? Is there a Platinum Glove winner on this roster? Will any of their prospects make a push for the National League Rookie of the Year Award?Patrick Lyons (@PatrickDLyons) and Noah Spirek (@NoahSpirek) preview and predict exactly everything that will happen - guaranteed! - to the Rockies this season. 🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@BlakeStreetBanter 🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/BlakeStBanterhttps://www.threads.net/@BlakeStreetBanterhttps://bsky.app/profile/BlakeStBanter.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@BlakeStBanterhttps://www.x.com/@PatrickDLyonshttps://www.x.com/@NoahSpirek 🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7 ✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com/

Zac Veen is heading to Albuquerque! Plus, the Rockies make another "Nolan" trade—Nolan for Freeman... when will it stop? 🤦‍♂️We also take a deep dive into the Albuquerque Isotopes roster and what to expect from the squad this season. Who are the key players to watch?Don't miss our latest episode of BSB 30-25 for all the updates and analysis!🔥 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Rockies and Minor League coverage! #Rockies #MiLB #BlakeStreetBanter

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Welcome to Behind the Seams with Josh Rogers, where we dive deep into the game beyond the box score! Former MLB pitcher Josh Rogers takes you inside the minds of players, breaks down key moments, and gives you the real story behind the game.🔥 Episode Rundown: (1:30) Josh Rogers’ journey – a look at his career and some unforgettable moments (including this 🔥 [insert highlight clip]) (5:00) Mental Breakdown – redefining what a "mental breakdown" is by analyzing a player’s mindset in a key moment (7:00) Chase Dollander’s Rollercoaster Start – what do his first outings tell us about his potential? (12:00) Dollander’s Future in ABQ & DEN – how will the environments impact his development? (15:30) Kyle Freeland’s Opening Day Prep – taking two weeks off in spring and still looking sharp 💪 (17:15) The Battle for the 5th Spot – who steps up in the rotation? (18:40) Offense Check-In – what’s clicking, what’s not?🔮 Prospect Watch: (21:40) Zac Veen’s Superstar Potential – is he a franchise-changer? (25:00) Hot Take Season – are the Rockies a .500 ballclub? 🤔🌍 Around the League: (29:10) Cubs vs. Dodgers Preview – what to watch for in this matchup (31:00) Sasaki’s MLB Debut – how will the phenom transition? (33:00) Salary Cap/Floor Debate – is it time for a change?💰 Lock of the Season (35:00) What’s the best Over/Under win total bet? (Bet responsibly! ⚠️)Hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE for more, and let us know in the comments: Is Zac Veen the future of the Rockies? 🚀⬇️🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨Twitter: https://x.com/blakestbanterTwitter: https://x.com/joshrogers13Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakestreetbanter/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/blakestbanter.bsky.socialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@BlakeStBanter🎧 LISTEN 🎧 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7?si=0e49964233564b2c✏️WRITTEN ✏️www.blakestreetbanter.com---------Support us by Supporting our SponsorsBuy us a taco? ⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/roadtoblakest⁠⁠Daly Controls, LLC - ⁠⁠www.dalycontrolsllc.com⁠⁠Grant Hankins - ⁠⁠https://x.com/GHankins25⁠⁠Need a new glove? Use the link to get 10% off any new glove from The J.L.Glove Company. The J.L. Glove Link: ⁠⁠https://jlgloveco.com/?rave=CGT2B37GN2FCODF7