On The Rox

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' road woes in the first two months of the season.

What are the odds that Colorado breaks the MLB record for lowest road winning percentage in a single season? Plus, analysis on prospects to know across all four levels of Colorado's farm system and previewing the upcoming homestand against the Rangers and Athletics.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down Bud Black.

How is the manager holding up amid Colorado's last-place season so far, including dealing with the Rockies' anemic 2-17 road record? Is Black equipped to lead a young, prospect-laden team still searching for an identity? Will Black -- or should Black -- get fired if the Rockies keep on pace toward 100-plus losses?

Those questions, and more insight, are addressed in this week's show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the performance of the Rockies' rotation through the first six weeks of the 2021 season. The duo analyzes Chi Chi Gonzalez, German Marquez, Antonio Senzatela, Jon Gray and Austin Gomber, with additional insight into Kyle Freeland's rehab process.

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders preview Colorado's three-game series in St. Louis as the Rockies face Nolan Arenado for the first time.

Plus, the duo breaks down interim GM Bill Schmidt's initial comments and the 80-game suspension for infield prospect Colton Welker.

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss reasons to smile amid the Rockies' dismal last-place performance. From Ryan McMahon to Raimel Tapia and beyond, the duo looks at the positive side of what very well may end up being a 100-loss team.

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss Charlie Blackmon's slow offensive start in 2021.

Entering Thursday, the all-star outfielder is slashing .176/.309/.294 with just one homer, and has been moved down in the lineup. Is Blackmon's poor hitting so far an aberration, or an indication of a larger trend that Rockies fans need to be worried about?

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss Jeff Bridich's resignation as the Rockies' GM.

What legacy does Bridich leave in LoDo? Who are top candidates for the interim GM position, and what strategy should Colorado take when hiring a new GM? Plus, analysis on owner Dick Monfort, Greg Feasel being named club president and more.

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the Rockies' trade of Nolan Arenado to the Cardinals.

What does the trade say about the state of the franchise, and all-star shortstop Trevor Story's future in Colorado? What can be made of the disastrous press conference held by owner Dick Monfort and general manager Jeff Bridich? Do the Rockies have any chance of contending in 2021? What is the value of Colorado's return in the trade? Those hot-button questions, and more, are addressed.

In this packed hot stove edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down Nolan Arenado trade possibilities and discuss Hall of Fame voting.

Will the Cardinals come up with a deal to get Arenado? Should voters be casting ballots for Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens to get into Cooperstown? Will GM Jeff Bridich do anything in what's been a quiet offseason for the Rockies? These questions are addressed, plus much more analysis.

In this hot stove edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' offseason and discuss Todd Helton's Hall of Fame candidacy.

With the moves the Padres have made, how far are the Rockies behind the Dodgers and San Diego within the division? Considering the voting trajectory this year, does Helton have a legitimate shot to join Larry Walker in Cooperstown? What potential deals does GM Jeff Bridich and Colorado have up its sleeve this winter, and will Trevor Story get a multi-year deal?

Those questions, and more, are addressed.