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Patrick Lyons of Just Baseball has been on the Colorado Rockies' beat since 2018 and now he's hosting his very own podcast! Join Patrick every weekday for a deep dive into the Rockies, including player interviews, game analysis and so much more!

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Team USA narrowly escaped elimination following a loss to Michael Lorenzen and Team Italy in the Pool B play. Did manager Mark DeRosa know what was at stake Tuesday night? And how impressive have the other Colorado starting pitchers performed so far in the WBC?Charlie Condon continues to produce at the plate against big league caliber pitching. His debut in 2026 is obvious, but will it come before the All-Star break? Could some seasoning at Triple-A Albuquerque better prepare him for the Majors?Plus, Ryan Ritter a league-leader in a multiple offensive categories, Brett Sullivan impressive once again and a Cherry Creek HS grad takes care of the Air Force Academy baseball team.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
With 2.5 weeks until Opening Day in Miami, the roster for the Colorado Rockies begins to take shape. Will injuries to RJ Petit and Blaine Crim rule them out for a place on the 26-man roster? Which veteran reliever is likely to make the bullpen now?Jake McCarthy has not hit the cover off the baseball this spring, but his presence atop the lineup has transformed the offense due to his speed. Will he be the leadoff hitter in 2026? Could we see Hunter Goodman drop to 4th in the lineup instead of 3rd?Plus, Zach Agnos auditions for opener and closer, Brett Sullivan has a chance to be Goodman's backup and a pair of ex-Rockies battle for a place on Opening Day rosters.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The World Baseball Classic is underway and the tournament feels as electric as ever. A pair of walk-off home runs and key contributions from players who may never take the field for a Major League game. Who has fared the best from the Rockies long list of WBC participants? Which player is a perfect 3-for-3 already?Colorado made it a priority to steal more bases in 2026. What did they do on Saturday against the Los Angeles Dodgers that they haven't done in a regular season game since 2019?Plus, Rockies hand out Minor League awards to two names worth remembering, Brenton Doyle returns to action and five players are optioned to Triple-A from big league camp.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It wasn't surprising to see the greatest team ever assembled (Team USA) defeat a 119-loss team (Colorado Rockies) by a score of 14-4. What was surprising was for Ethan Holliday to make his spring debut for Team USA alongside his father Matt as the hitting coach. Which superstars did Ethan get to play with when he went to shortstop?Mickey Moniak had his own moment going against future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw. Why won't his home run count? And how hard and far did Aaron Judge hit one against Kyle Freeland?Plus, Tyler Freeman makes his debut, USA takes on Brazil in their WBC opener, Italy as the biggest sleeper in this year's tournament and Jurickson Profar gets suspended (again) for the entire 2026 season.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
A recent survey conducted by The Athletic suggested the Rockies have the most pressure on them in the upcoming season. Which teams - besides the Los Angeles Dodgers - have no pressure in 2026? Does the new front office need to have results immediately before more full scale changes? Amongst players, does anyone have pressure beyond the normal amount of wanting to perform to the best of their abilities? Why does Kyle Freeland have more pressure than anyone not named Warren Schaeffer?Plus, what to look for in Topps Baseball Series 1, potential speed bumps in the upcoming CBA negotiations and why Project Hail Mary might be considered a baseball book. 🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Alon Leichman, new pitching coach of the Colorado Rockies, recently discussed the importance of failure in the minors before a player reaches the Major Leagues. With altitude coming into play only on the final rung of the Minor League ladder, would the Rockies ever consider shuffling their affiliates? Could a new team and stadium in Colorado Springs hold the key to such a strategy?It's Team USA against the Colorado Rockies today at Salt River Fields. Would a blowout mean anything in particular for Colorado? When do the games count for real for the Red, White and Blue?Plus, the World Baseball Classic begins halfway around the world tonight, how a new minor league club for the Colorado Avalanche ties into the Rockies future fortunes and predicting the top purple prospect in 2028.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Charlie Condon is tied for the MLB lead with three home runs. Zac Veen has two walk-off home runs, more than the rest of Major League Baseball. Which one is having legitimate success and which one has been a bit lucky? Does a new stat from Baseball Savant make one look a lot less adequate for the big leagues?Warren Schaeffer and company have talked a lot about stealing more bases in 2026. How bad had it gotten for Colorado during the Bud Black era? Is it possible the Rockies steal 100 bases for the first time since 2013?Plus, Brenton Doyle's wrist sprain, insight on playing time through the first 10 games and Seth Halvorsen's unfortunate start to spring.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Charlie Condon has been the buzz of Colorado Rockies big league camp so far. But so has fellow first base prospect T.J. Rumfield. Could both actually make the Opening Day roster on March 27? Might Condon become an NL Rookie of the Year Award favorite?It's early and it's only Spring Training, but Colorado's offense has been looking incredibly solid over the past two games, scoring 24 combined runs against the Cubs and Giants. Has the power been more impressive than the speed on the bases so far?Plus, injury news, former Rockies second basemen news and Antonio Senzatela's case to contribute to Colorado in 2026.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Projections have been liking the Colorado Rockies more and more now that the club features four veteran starting pitchers following the signing of three in free agency. But if everything is perfect for Colorado and everything goes absolutely wrong for the Los Angeles, could purple top Dodger blue?A supporters group of diehard Dodgers fans prepares for a Coors Field takeover in April. What you need to know in order to avoid pre-game headache. Plus, the Tupac Shakur bobblehead the Rockies need to make, KOA Radio readies to make a decision about Jack Corrigan's new broadcast partner and the baseball-loving world prepares for the ABS System.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
One day after Zac Veen hit a no-doubt walk-off home run against the Chicago White Sox, Charlie Condon slugged the third-longest homer of Spring Training 2026 against the Los Angeles Angels. How hyped up should you be by either of these dingers? Are the tides changing for the Colorado Rockies?A series of injuries to Kyle Freeland, Mickey Moniak and Blaine Crim change the dynamics of the lineups we might see over the next few weeks in the Cactus League. Who could benefit for any of these Rockies being out for a significant amount of time?Plus, the status of Tomoyuki Sugano, Ryan Ritter plays a new position and Tommy John surgery up next for one unfortunate Rockies pitcher. 🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
No less than 8 spots on the Opening Day roster are up for grabs as the Colorado Rockies undergo their biggest rebuild since becoming an expansion franchise in 1993. Who are the players in the mix to win spots at 1B, 2B, INF, No. 5 Starter, Long Reliever and Reliever?Four outfielders - Brenton Doyle, Mickey Moniak, Jordan Beck and Jake McCarthy - are slated for regular playing time. Two others - Troy Johnson and Tyler Freeman - can also play on the right side of the infield. Might having six options indicate a trade coming before the end of Spring Training 2026?Plus, the potential to showcase Antonio Senzatela for the purposes of a trade, the different tiers of bullpen arms that could make the 26-man roster and the one rookie who could become Colorado's version of Kiké Hernández.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Let the games begin! Colorado has three Cactus League games under their belt so far and a few players have put in notable performances. Whose multi-hit outing was best: Brenton Doyle, Jordan Beck or Kyle Karros?Cole Carrigg had the big hit on Friday with a triple that led to a run. What did Warren Schaeffer have to say about the Wild Horse? Could Carrigg surprise and make the Opening Day roster?Plus, the best reason for why we won't lose MLB games in 2027, a new baseball documentary hits theaters and the Rockies upcoming slate of games this week.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The Cactus League begins today as the Colorado Rockies take on the Arizona Diamondbacks at Salt River Fields, a tradition that dates back to 2011. Can we already predict who might be on the Opening Day roster?The bullpen, Colorado's strength once again, is jam-packed. Despite so many young relievers, is there as much flexibility with minor league options as in previous seasons? Who could surprise amongst the non-roster invites?Plus, another first base options if off the free agent board, Willi Castro's valuable versatility and the potential for carrying three catchers.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Three additions to the starting rotation of the Colorado Rockies - RHP Michael Lorenzen, RHP Tomoyuki Sugano and LHP Jose Quintana - have changed the outlook for the team in 2026. What are the projection systems saying about the Rox now? Might they avoid 100 losses for the first time since the 2022 season?Brenton Doyle overcame a personal tragedy to turn out a rather impression season given the circumstances. Will he benefit the most from a fresh start? Could get back to winning NL Gold Glove Awards in centerfield? And why didn't he win last year?Plus, a reminder on how inexperienced the rotation was in 2025, 11 new members of the 40-man acquired from outside the organization and the potential excitement returning to the organization in 2026.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Kris Bryant showed up to Salt River Fields for the first full-squad workout of Colorado Rockies camp. Though on the 60-day IL, he needed a physical to let the team’s staff create a plan for improving his health. How bad has it gotten for the once NL MVP? Will his degenerative injury impact his everyday life forever?Warren Schaeffer's morning media presser down at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale, AZ are filled with hope and optimism... and its believable. What did have to say about Kyle Karros? And why is Cole Carrigg a player worth watching this spring?Plus, Tony Clark shocks the players’ union by resigning, Tomoyuki Sugano relishes the opportunity to face off against Shohei Ohtani again with four matchups against the Los Angeles Dodgers this season and Colorado announces (almost all of) the coaching staff for the minor leagues.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
We now live in a world where the Colorado Rockies have 9 starting pitchers on their depth chart before they have to stretch or squint for the next man up. Why might Antonio Senzatela get another opportunity in the rotation? Where does his Team Venezuela teammate Germán Márquez sit on the San Diego Padres depth chart?Michael Lorenzen has been wanting to come to Denver for a while and tackle the challenge of pitching successfully at Coors Field. Now that he's here, is it possible he can crack the case? Is it an impossible endeavor?Plus, Kris Bryant schedule to rehab nowhere near Salt River Fields, Tyler Freeman the first to be a bit banged up while a number of premium talents around MLB go down with injuries before the first Spring Training games.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Spring Training 2026 has begun for the Colorado Rockies in Scottsdale, AZ at Salt River Fields. The biggest stories through the first days center around the improved starting rotation and the sobriety of Zac Veen. How much has the 24-year-old outfielder changed mentally and physically?Chase Dollander is back after mixed results in 2025 during his first year in the Majors. Has the 24-year-old made any connections to the new veteran starting pitchers? Could he possibly begin the year in Triple-A?Plus, Patrick answers questions from Rockies fans on the Rockies Insider channel on YouTube. 🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
A pair of free agent signings on the eve of pitchers and catcher reporting for Spring Training has the Colorado Rockies rotation looking a lot more competent. Who did they sign and for how much? How did the Rox make room on a full 40-man roster?Tomoyuki Sugano is the first Japanese player in franchise history since Kaz Matsui in 2007 and the first Japanese pitcher since Mac Suzuki in 2001. How legendary of a career did he have in NPB? And what stat line suggests he could have a lot of trouble this season at Coors Field?Plus, Jose Quintana joins the staff after reaching the postseason with Milwaukee last season, the number of WBC participants increase by two more and Kris Bryant appears to be done again.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
From a healthy Spring Training to success from any of the players participating in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, what would this year look like for the Colorado Rockies and their fan base to feel like a major success?Would a successful season - 63 wins (and 99 losses) - speed up the timeline for the return of the black vests? Did the Miami Marlins just provide the blueprint for such a throwback jersey?Plus, how Colorado could make the 2026 MLB Draft one of the best in years, acquiring a top 100 prospect and bringing back Troy Tulowitzki into the fold.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Day 1 of Spring Training for the Rockies is here! Pitchers and catchers report on Tuesday for the Colorado Rockies. Could we see a new first baseman signed by the Rox before the first full-squad workout in a week from today?Dick Monfort has given the reigns of the Rockies to his son Walker Monfort. But was this because Colorado lost 100 games for the third season in a row? Does it have more to do with his increased role in the commissioner's office?Plus, Trevor Story gets back an ex-Rockies double-play partner, Colorado signs more outfield depth for Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes and David Dahl jumps to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a new role.🎥WATCH LIVE 🎥https://www.youtube.com/@TheRockiesInsider🎧 LISTEN 🎧 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockies-insider-with-patrick-lyons/id1762349675https://open.spotify.com/show/2MVUbiBbDp3wM85z2yy0Ut✏️WRITTEN ✏️https://www.justbaseball.com/author/patrickdennislyons/https://patrickdlyons.substack.com/🚨 SOCIAL MEDIA 🚨https://x.com/Rockies_Insiderhttps://x.com/PatrickDLyonshttps://www.threads.net/@rockies_insiderhttps://www.threads.net/@patrickdlyonsmlbhttps://bsky.app/profile/rockiesinsider.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/patrickdlyons.bsky.socialhttps://www.tiktok.com/@patrickdlyonsmlbSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-rockies-insider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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