In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with slimmed right-handed reliever DJ Johnson to talk about his offseason fasting, his aspirations for his rookie season, the bullpen's "hunger" this year and much more.

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman give their early spring training impressions of the club's top young prospects, with analysis on Brendan Rodgers, Justin Lawrence, Peter Lambert, Garrett Hampson, Raimel Tapia and Sam Hilliard.

Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman analyze who will take the fifth spot on the back end of the Rockies' rotation, including talk on Antonio Senzatela, Jeff Hoffman and Chad Bettis. Who will emerge as the choice this spring?

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess the new-look Colorado outfield featuring Ian Desmond in center and David Dahl and Charlie Blackmon at the corners. Is Desmond the right choice to patrol all that grass?

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman break down the impact of Manny Machado's 10-year, $300 million deal with the San Diego Padres. Now what are Colorado's chances of signing the third baseman to a long-term deal?

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess the national media's traditional bias against the Rockies, plus insight into the sights and sounds of the first week of spring training at Salt River.

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman discuss the impact of Nolan Arenado's one-year, $26 million deal, prospects of a long-term contract for the third baseman and more.

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman take podcast mailbag questions to break down Nolan Arenado's future in LoDo, the team's catching situation, the bullpen's prognosis heading into 2019.

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman analyze a series of proposed MLB rule changes, including eliminating the designated hitter in the National League, adjusting the mound height and distance, and more.

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess the rest of the National League West comparative to Colorado, including the Dodgers' moves and the Padres' interest in Bryce Harper and Manny Machado.