In this new episode of Affected by Altitude, Skyler and Evan's internet battle the high winds and the threat of no electricity to talk about the Rockies' first road trip and the adversity they are facing early on. They talk about Nolan Jones's struggles along with the booing that Kris Bryant is facing from Rockies fans for his rough start to the season. Then, they pivot to celebrating the hot start by Chuck Nazty while talking about the grand old time that Ryan McMahon had during the Coors Field opener. They then close things out talking about some bullpen highlights and what top prospect Chase Dollander did in his pro debut with High-A Spokane.

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This week Skyler and Evan discuss the disastrous start to the Colorado Rockies' season in which they were absolutely trounced in their Opening Day matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks 16-1 in the desert. Leading up to that, the Rockies made several roster decisions including adding Alan Trejo and Victor Vodnik to the Opening Day roster and designating prospect Warming Bernabel for assignment. The Rockies also announced the cable option for watching games this season. Meanwhile, owner Dick Monfort said some weird stuff in public again and we discuss how Rockies fans should temper their expectations for the 2024 campaign. Evan makes a vague promise.

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In this new round of Guess the Rockie, Skyler and Dustin put their player knowledge to the test. Skyler selected four position players while Dustin selected four pitchers. The caveat is that the players couldn't have appeared in more than two seasons with the team. They have fun trying to remember players from the early 90s while also reminiscing about players that might be better forgotten.

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Evan sits down with Aaron Croom, Partner Services and Mascot Coordinator for the Colorado Rockies' High-A affiliate Spokane Indians. They discuss the Indians' history, public outreach, what the job entails, and mascot performances!

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In the rare supplemental episode to this week's podcast, Skyler and Evan discuss all the news the Colorado Rockies dared to have happen after they recorded! A confusing trade for 1B/OF Jake Cave--who is likely to be on the Opening Day roster as the backup outfielder--kicks us off, as well as the announcement of the Opening Day rotation. Meanwhile, the Rockies did a smart thing and locked down sophomore shortstop Ezequiel Tovar for the long term with a seven year, $63.5 million dollar deal and an eighth year option!

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Skyler and Evan dive deep into the Colorado Rockies bringing in a second outfielder named Jones in the waning days of spring training. OF/SS Greg Jones arrives from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for pitching prospect Joe Rock and we're just as confused as you are. Meanwhile, hitting coach Hensley Meulens is working to install a new philosophy that will help the Rockies cut down on strikeouts and Ryan McMahon is quietly having an excellent spring. Finally, we take a look at how we think the final 26-man roster will shake out for Opening Day and what other changes the team might make.

So much happened after we recorded this episode that a supplemental episode will be going up tomorrow! Keep your eyes out!

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The Colorado Rockies made a head-scratching move on Thursday when they traded away prospect Joe Rock to the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for 26-year-old utility prospect Greg Jones. Skyler tries to break down the trade and offer his thoughts on the move and initial reactions.

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Skyler and Evan discuss the first ever Spring Breakout game for the Colorado Rockies. The top prospects showcased their stuff in a seven inning exhibition that gives Rockies fans a lot to be excited for when it comes to the future. Meanwhile, what are we delighted to see and what are we a bit worried about so far this spring as we enter the final stretch? Also discussed is the potential Bud Black extension brewing and the often unfair ratings of Rockies players in MLB The Show.

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This week, Skyler and Evan discuss the newly released top 30 prospect rankings from MLB for the Colorado Rockies, as well as the upcoming Spring Breakout game's roster. Meanwhile, we're about halfway through spring training and the roster is beginning to take shape. How are the position players and pitchers looking so far? Who is winning position battles and who will likely be on the Opening Day 26-man roster come end of March?

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In this new episode of Every Rockie Ever, Skyler and Dustin look back on a pair of center fielders from Rockies past. They marvel at the incredible 2003 season of Preston Wilson in the lone All-Star season of his career when he led the NL with 143 RBI. Unfortunately, injuries plagued the rest of his career after that but he still left a lasting impact on Rockies history during his brief. They then talk about Dexter Fowler, his quest to becoming a switch hitter as well as reliving his memorable catch to save the only no-hitter in Rockies history.

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