It's been quite some time since the Colorado Rockies have reached the World Series. It's been the same amount of time since fielding a Japanese player. Why does new President of Baseball Operations Paul DePodesta think his organization needs to invest in scouting in the Pacific Rim?

The 44 players from Japan who have debuted since 2008 have combined for an impressive 215.6 bWAR and 20 selections to the All-Star Game. Who's the only position player from Japan from that group to suit up for the Midsummer Classic?

Plus, another first baseman comes off the board for the Rockies, Ryan Rolison gets DFA'd yet again and a few more Colorado names make their way to Asia for the 2026 season.

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The 2019 season had a lot of ups and downs, most notably the rift between superstar Nolan Arenado and Rockies GM Jeff Bridich. What began with the lost of DJ LeMahieu before the season turned into something much worse. What if Colorado had looked in the mirror and realized they needed to rebuild then? What opportunities would they have had in renovating their roster? And would be in a world where the Rockies would be contenders in 2026 if they had?

Colorado announced three coaches for Warren Schaeffer's staff next year, plus the return of two bullpen coaches. Who's doing what and what's the new position being added to the Rockies' coaching staff.

Plus, dreams of a World Series with a certain Brendan Rodgers trade before the 2019 season, Corey Dickerson becomes a first base coach with an American League club and the son of former GM Dan O'Dowd signs with the Rockies.

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Kansas City and Pittsburgh made notable moves over the weekend in their pursuit to contend in their respective Central divisions. Both teams have struggled to avoid 100-loss seasons, with KC taking a different approach in their rebuild. Can Colorado learn from their experiences? And which prospect could be the Rockies version of superstars Bobby Witt Jr. of the Royals and Paul Skenes of the Pirates?

More player minor league movement for players with former ties to Colorado. Who did the Rockies sign to battle for a spot on the 2026 Opening Day roster?

Plus, the Chicago White Sox sign the bargain of the offseason, the Boston Red Sox conduct yet another trade and the worst baseball trade easily in the last 10 years.

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Warren Schaeffer has another new member of his coaching staff and it's the bench coach future Hall of Famer Terry Francona last year in Cincinnati. Who is Jeff Pickler and what is his tie to the Colorado Rockies?

Brenton Doyle appears to being staying put in Denver, according to Ken Rosenthal. Why are the odds strong that this will be a great decision?

Plus, determining if there's room for any Rockies on any World Baseball Classic rosters, Drew Romo finds another new team and Colorado signs a catcher with big league experience to a non-roster deal.

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Colorado Springs is currently without a professional baseball team after going strong since the birth of the Sky Sox in 1988. Could the American Association -- already with teams in Milwaukee, Chicago and Kansas City -- be the best fit? 

Arizona shocked the world by giving Corbin Burnes a $210 million deal last offseason. Will they do it again with their interest in Alex Bregman? And would Ketel Marte have to be traded in order to make such a financial commitment to Bregman?

Plus, a story about Macho Man Randy Savage you may have never heard, Brenton Doyle’s close call with Team USA, Aaron Schunk’s new/old home and a minor league signing that could pay dividends for the Rockies.

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It's been all about the major overhaul of the Colorado Rockies front office and coaching staff. Despite rebuilding the club's infrastructure, they remain one of two teams to not sign a Major League free agent. Where does Colorado rank in terms of best offseason so far?

Josh Bell signs a one-year deal with the Minnesota Twins, taking him off the board as the Rockies next first baseman. Should Colorado be worried about this signing? Or is their a game plan that will end up working out for Paul DePodesta?

Plus, the awful offseason for the New York Mets, San Francisco's shrewd moves and Atlanta's outstanding acquisitions so far.

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Would it be fair to call the new assemblage of pitching coaches for the Colorado Rockies the Dream Team? Since they haven't played a single game yet with this staff, this might be hyperbolic. But folks inside the game have credited Colorado with doing a great job bringing together some of the best minds together. What do you need to know about them?

Nolan Arenado won a Gold Medal with Team USA the last time he suited up for the World Baseball Classic. This time around, he'll play for Puerto Rico in the 2026 WBC. Why the change? And is it a good thing for the game?

Plus, the likelihood of RJ Petit sticking on the Rockies active roster, the probability of minor league Rule 5 pick TJ Shook making his debut and the newest coach with a background from the University of Northern Colorado.

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It was 20 years ago that Charlie and Dick Monfort purchased Jerry McMorris' financial interest in the Colorado Rockies. The original primary owner of the 1993 expansion franchise took the club to the postseason quicker than any expansion franchise at the time. Does that mean McMorris had more success than the Monforts?

The NL West is always lively at this time of the winter. Could Arizona be looking for more pitching after acquiring Merrill Kelly and Michael Soroka? Does San Diego need to get creative and trade from the big league talent? And are the Los Angeles Dodgers waiting in the weeds for their next superstar?

Plus, Kenley Jansen's Hall of Fame candidacy, the Kansas City Royals aggressive offseason, the Milwaukee Brewers trade that sent a pair of former Rockies to KC and the lucrative contract for Chatfield HS's Tyler Rogers.

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There is hope in Denver that the new regime can bring about a last change in Colorado. With the worst record in MLB for much of the past 15-plus years, the Rockies are set to start doing business differently. That might mean trading someone like Brenton Doyle to the small market Kansas City Royals. Why would that not be so bad afterall?

Jimmy Herget: starting pitcher. It’s been a decade since he’s had that role, but Colorado is considering stretching out the Human Glitch in 2026. Could it work? And do the Rockies need a lot more rotation help than that?

Plus, the Baltimore Orioles cast aside a pair of Colorado catchers in as many days, David Dahl calls it a career and all the Rockies transactions during the last 25 Winter Meetings.

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The vibes for the Colorado Rockies feel a lot different when the club was clearly rudderless at the end of the 2025 season. Just two-months later and a lot has change... for the better. How hopeful should fans be about the new pitching coaches brought in to revitalizing the pitching staff? And how long might it take until we see such progress?

Colorado had the first overall pick in the Rule 5 Draft and they did not waste time making headlines. Where did RJ Petit come from? Exactly how large is this pitcher?

Plus, a new Assistant General Manager, an updated philosophy for constructing the organization and Drew Romo continues to look for a new home.

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