On The Rox

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.