On The Rox

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies a few weeks ahead of the start of spring training in Arizona.

The duo talk about Todd Helton's near miss in the Class of 2023 for the National Baseball Hall of Fame, as the longtime Colorado first baseman came up 11 votes short of election. Plus, discussing the team's offseason signings (or lack thereof) and expectations for the 2023 Rockies.

The show features special guest Ryan McMahon. The Rockies' third baseman talks about his 2022 season, the offseason and his hopes for this summer and more in a packed edition of the show.

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.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the case for the Rockies' top two all-star candidates, first baseman C.J. Cron and right-hander Daniel Bard.

Plus, discussion on the prospects representing the Rockies in the MLB Futures Game (outfielder Zac Veen and shortstop Ezequiel Tovar) and what Colorado should do at the August 2 trade deadline.

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.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman, Patrick Saunders and Sean Keeler break down the reeling Rockies, who have lost nine of their last 11 games entering Wednesday.

Why does Colorado have such a hard time against the Giants and Dodgers? What do the Rockies need from Kris Bryant, who is scheduled to return from a back injury on Friday?

Those questions are addressed and more, plus breaking down the state of the rotation (6.08 ERA over the last 11 games).

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.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down an array of topics as the Rockies embark on a road trip to Arizona and San Francisco.

What's behind German Marquez's early struggles this year, and how can the right-hander turn it around? What are keys to success against the Diamondbacks and Giants over the next six games? When will Kris Bryant come off the injured list from his back injury?

Those questions are addressed and more.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down an array of topics a couple weeks into the Rockies' season.

What's to make of southpaw Kyle Freeland's five-year contract extension? Will second baseman Brendan Rodgers snap out of his early slump? Can first baseman C.J. Cron continue to be the team's premier power hitter? What does Colorado need to accomplish on its first true road trip of the season?

These questions, and more, are addressed in a pack episode.

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.

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.