The Los Angeles Dodgers are officially 2-0 on the 2025 MLB season after sweeping the Chicago Cubs in Japan during the Tokyo Series. But is their Achilles' heel going to be the health of their superstar? Can injuries to Freddie Freeman and Will Smith derail their pursuit of another World Series? When will Clayton Kershaw, Tony Gonsolin, Brusdar Grateral and Michael Kopech return?Skyler Timmins and Kenneth Weber here also dig into the top prospects in the National League West and how they fared after Spring Breakout 2025. Could Dalton Rushing (L.A) and Jordan Lawlar (Arizona Diamondbacks) be sneaky NL Rookie of the Year Award picks? How serious are the setbacks to Charlie Condon (Colorado Rockies) and Bryce Eldridge (San Francisco Giants)?🎥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/@kdubs1988v

The Athletic surveyed fans of all 30 MLB clubs and one thing is apparent about fans of the Colorado Rockies: they are not hopeful about 2025. After those in the Rocky Mountain region ranked last place in 2023 and 2024, where do fans of the Rox sit this year? And will exceeding expectations do anything to provide more hope?Plus, the Tokyo Series is off to a roaring start with Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Shota Imanaga making Opening Day history as the first all-Japanese matchup to begin the regular season. What’s the history of Major League Baseball in Japan? And what’s next for MLB going international?🎥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://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://x.com/NoahSpirek 🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7 ✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com/

In this episode, we break down the latest Colorado Rockies news, including a tough injury blow for Charlie Condon, who will miss 6+ weeks with a broken wrist. Plus, Zac Veen is still in camp—what does that mean for his chances of making the Opening Day roster? We discuss the odds of him cracking the 26-man squad.Then, we kick off our BSB Top 40 Rockies Prospects Countdown with spots 40-26! Check out our rankings here: 👉 Top 40 Prospects List💥 Prospect Highlights:🔹 Aaron's Pick – Hunter Prosecky: Strikeout machine with mid-90s heat, but can he refine his command after elbow inflammation? Starter or high-leverage reliever?🔹 Tyler’s Pick – Jaden Hughes (#13): Sitting 94-97 MPH with insane extension. His slider is trending in the right direction—could he crack the Top 10 by midseason?🔹 Isaac's Pod Debut! Welcome to the squad!🔥 What do YOU think? Will Zac Veen make the Opening Day roster? Drop your thoughts in the comments!📢 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more Rockies content! #Rockies #BSB #ZacVeen #MLBProspects

This week on Best of the West, we break down the latest headlines, including Hyeseong Kim’s demotion, Michael Grove’s season-ending surgery, and why Michael King and Dylan Cease are staying put. Plus, the Giants' San Jose affiliate takes on the Oakland Ballers in an exhibition game to keep the Battle of the Bay spirit alive.Our main topic: Who’s on the hot seat? We dive into the job security of front offices and managers across the NL West. With Dave Roberts locking in a four-year extension and Buster Posey stepping into the PoBO role for the Giants, which teams are secure, and which could see major shake-ups?Tune in for all that and more on Best of the West!🎥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

George Kirby, Grayson Rodriguez and Gerrit Cole (Tommy John surgery) are down with injuries to start the 2025 season. The Colorado Rockies have been fortunate so far through the first month of Spring Training. Can they count on their luck continuing through the 162-game marathon?Kyle Freeland and Austin Gomber get back on the mound, but will they be ready for Opening Day? Could Bud Black’s team begin the year with only four starters? And will Chase Dollander hold one of those spots in the rotation?Patrick Lyons (@PatrickDLyons) and Noah Spirek (@NoahSpirek) break down the latest Rockies transactions at Salt River Fields, update on the camp battles and determine if Tyler Kinley can get back to dominance in the bullpen.All that and more on this episode of The Blake Street Banter!🎥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://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://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 Colorado Rockies roster for Spring Breakout 2025 is absolutely stacked. OF/3B Charlie Condon, OF Robert Calaz and OF/1B Jared Thomas set to make their first start in the top prospect showcase.- RHP Tyler Burch, former Baltimore Orioles farmhand and current Rockies minor leaguer, joins the Banter Session to discuss being selected in the MiLB phase of the Rule 5 Draft- Spring Breakout Roster Reactions: Who made it, who didn't and how exciting is it to see 17-year-old SS Ashly Andujar 🔥- Transaction Updates: Gabriel Hughes sent down along with Jefry Yan, Jack O’Loughlin and other MiLB re-assignments- Do MLB teams have to develop a star,or does a player become one on their own?💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments! Who are you excited to watch 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/@BlakeStBanter🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com/

Roki Sasaki looked every bit the favorite in Las Vegas for 2025 Rookie of the Year in the National League. The Los Angeles Dodgers phenom was outstanding on Tuesday night against the Cincinnati Reds, striking out five in three scoreless innings of work.Who else from the NL West can possibly challenge the latest Japanese pitching sensation for the Dodgers? Will teammate Hyeseong Kim steal some attention and, ultimately, votes from Sasaki? Is Jordan Lawlar of the Arizona Diamondbacks really the next best prospect in the division?Could Bryce Eldridge, as a midseason call-up for the San Francisco Giants, do enough in four months to take home the Jackie Robinson Award? Is Tirso Ornelas the San Diego Padres top challenger? Could Drew Romo of the Colorado Rockies have a better shot than any number of rookie relievers like Seth Halvorsen, Jaden Hill and Luis Peralta?

Spring Training is heating up for the Colorado Rockies and so are the roster battles! Chase Dollander, Jordan Beck and Hunter Goodman make their case to earn a spot on the Opening Day roster. Who else is making noise and who’s struggling down in the Cactus League?Patrick Lyons (@PatrickDLyons) and Noah Spirek (@NoahSpirek) break down the key competitions going on at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, AZ: - Is Chase Dollander forcing his way into the starting rotation? - Can Bradley Blalock find his way into the mix? - Does Drew Romo or Hunter Goodman have the edge for backup catcher? - Will Seth Halvorsen or Victor Vodnik lock down the closer role?Plus, the boys take a look at a series of pitching injuries for Bud Black’s staff and what Tony Clark’s latest comments mean for MLB’s future. All that and more on this episode of Blake Street Banter!🎥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/@BlakeStBanter 🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7 ✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com

In this episode, we sit down with Brendan Hardy to talk about running a camp back home during the offseason, his free agency experience, and the biggest takeaways from last season. Then, we dive into the latest Rockies news—does Lawrence’s DFA open the door for a young arm? We break down the case for Castillo, Agnos, Justice and Chivilli. Plus, Kyle Karros has been on fire at the plate, but could a move to first base be in his future? And with RyMac locked in through 2027, we will discuss if that’s too long of a commitment. Tune in for all that and more!🎥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/@BlakeStBanter🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com/

Today the Rockies rolled out a lineup that could be similar, if not the same, as Opening Day lineup. Nolan Jones and Jordan Beck are struggling out the gate, is there concern or the two corner outfielders or can Zac Veen sneak his way into the opening-day roster?Between Jefry Yan and Zac Veen, the Rockies have seen a lot of media attention. How can they stay relevant through the 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/@BlakeStBanter 🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blake-street-banter/id1526499845https://open.spotify.com/show/3G8bBLNPLYjVzxEIFV08H7 ✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.blakestreetbanter.com/