The Rockies Insider with Patrick Lyons

<p>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!</p>

Anthony Rendon set to retire from the Los Angeles Angels - Could we see Kris Bryant next for Colorado?

A pair of bad contracts have weighed down the Los Angeles Angels and Colorado Rockies. Anthony Rendon and Kris Bryant signed for a combined $400 million and neither has produced 25 home runs with their club. With one year remaining, Rendon and the Angels may find a way for a win-win situation with his retirement. Could KB be next?Outside of the on-field production, the differences between Rendon and Bryant couldn't be more striking. Which contract has been worse for their clubs?Plus, Hal Steinbrenner of the New York Yankees threads the needle with his comments about revenues and Major League Baseball while Miami and Pittsburgh do their best to pretend to spend money as the sport careens towards a lockout.🎥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

11-28
47:09

Most surprising quote from Warren Schaeffer & Paul DePodesta presser? Areas to improve for the Rockies in 2026?

Colorado introduced manager Warren Schaeffer in a conference call with Denver media on Wednesday. Paul DePodesta (President of Baseball Operations) also shared his thoughts on the hiring. How many were interviewed for the position? And what areas does Schaeffer want to improve upon in 2026?Tommy Pham is interested in playing a few more seasons in MLB. Would he be a good veteran fit for Colorado? Why does The Athletic think the Rockies might have interest in another 30-year-old outfielder?Plus, more Nolan Arenado trade news, Dylan Cease’s $210 million contract with Toronto and the Blue Jays rogue advertising in Japan.🎥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

11-27
31:01

Colorado to re-acquire Nolan Arenado from St. Louis? Did the Sandblaster learn from the Troy Tulowitzki trade?

It's Nolan Arenado trade season again and St. Louis is more likely than ever to deal their future Hall of Fame third baseman. Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox signals the start of the Cardinals rebuild under Chaim Bloom. One thing stands in the way of Arenado changing uniforms: his no-trade clause. Would he ever bury the hatchet with Colorado? Did he learn anything from the Troy Tulowitzki divorce?Reaction from the news of Warren Schaeffer returning as manager of the Rockies has been mixed. While many understand the move, some have been critical. Is it fair? More importantly, is it logical?Plus, Hunter Goodman is awarded money instead of an award, Paul Skenes gets a nice bonus and the potential reunion between Arenado and Trevor Story.🎥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

11-26
30:59

EMERGENCY POD: Warren Schaeffer back as manager of the Colorado Rockies: Why it makes sense, What it means for 2026

Paul DePodesta is putting the pieces in place for the Colorado Rockies and placing his fingerprint on the reconstruction of the organization. Warren Schaeffer, the interim manager in 2025 following the removal of Bud Black, will return in 2026 as the 8th manager in franchise history. How has he earned this position? Why does it make sense?Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports that this is a multi-year deal. Does Colorado have a two-year plan in place? Will they simply tread water (even more) until 2028?Plus, updates on minor leaguer Braylen Wimmer's brain surgery, Pirates and Marlins maneuver ahead of a potential lockout next winter and Tropicana Field gets restored in time for Opening Day 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

11-25
28:02

Michael Toglia gone, why new free agent Adolis García should entice Colorado and Brandon Nimmo traded to Texas

Needed more free agents on the market? The non-tender deadline came and went late last week and several new players joined free agency, including several in whom the Rockies should have interest. Which Colorado-born players could they acquire? Did their Opening Day 2026 first baseman just become available?Five players will be tendered contracts for 2026, none of whom are Michael Toglia, who is officially out of the organization after Friday’s decision. Could Brenton Doyle be in line for a two-year deal? And what exactly does that mean for both him and the team?Plus, the New York Mets discard the notion of trading Brandon Nimmo days before trading him to the Texas Rangers for Marcus Semien, the likelihood of Luis Arraez coming to play in Denver and Elehuris Montero finds a familiar home for 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

11-24
33:27

Is the Baseball Hall of Fame about to announce a former Colorado Rockie to enter its hallowed halls in Cooperstown?

Between Larry Walker, Todd Helton and Jim Leyland, the Colorado Rockies had three inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown over the course of four summers. Is there a fourth on the precipice of induction? Who is Dale Murphy and how strong are his odds?Zero members of the Rockies in 2025 were named on 120 National League ballots for honoring the best rookies, manager, pitchers and valuable players. It was only the second time in franchise history getting completely shut out. Why will the odds increase for it not happening next season?Plus, improving the MLB Awards Show by ruining a honored tradition, waiting for an All-MLB selection and the greatest baseball player to never make a second Hall of Fame ballot.🎥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

11-21
25:58

Colorado’s newest problem, DePodesta’s second trade in as many days and the top news from around the NL West

Paul DePodesta made his second trade in two days, sending LHP Ryan Rolison to Atlanta for cash considerations. How have Rockies first-round picks fared over the previous decade? And why did Colorado lose the 11th overall pick in the 2017 MLB Draft?Colorado needs to add big league depth. The loss of Rolison could suggest a change within the Rockies organization after years of being able to recycle players snuck through waivers or returning after being designated for assignment. Do the San Diego Padres have an All-Star with a contract Colorado might be interested in?Plus, top free agents connected to the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego nears a sale, the San Francisco Giants make a big addition to coaching staff and the Arizona Diamondbacks mull over a Ketel Marte trade.🎥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

11-20
31:45

Rule 5 deadline day ends Michael Toglia era in Colorado and Paul DePodesta acquires one from Boston in his first trade

Michael Toglia was designated for assignment along with fellow 1st round pick Ryan Rolison on deadline day for protecting players ahead of next month's Rule 5 draft. Why didn't Toglia fulfill the hype? Is he or Rolison more likely to return to the organization?Three prospects were also added to the 40-man roster while one was traded to the Boston Red Sox. Who did Paul DePodesta acquire in his first trade as President of Baseball Operations?Plus, one 40-man member heads to Japan for the 2026 season, Rockies get ran through the shredder with recent headlines and Milwaukee's head-scratcher that will pay Brandon Woodruff $32 million next 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

11-19
32:55

Charlie Condon & Cade Denton shine in Arizona Fall League and Colorado makes BIG prospect noise before Rule 5 Draft

Charlie Condon and Cade Denton not only represented the Colorado Rockies in the Arizona Fall Stars Game, but the duo also took home some AFL hardware. What awards did the pair of prospects win? And what does one top prospect analyst think of Condon and teammate Jared Thomas?The Rule 5 Draft is only three weeks away during the 2025 Winter Meetings in Orlando, FL. Today is the day Colorado must decide who they'll protect on the 40-man roster and who they'll have to cross fingers over. Which three minor leaguers appear to be a lock? Which former 1st round pick (8th overall) may not get protected? Plus, Braylen Wimmer needs your support after his brain tumor diagnosis, a 22-year-old catching prospect that might take Drew Romo's place and how 57 stolen bases in Triple-A could make one Rockies farmhand enticing for the other 29 clubs.🎥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

11-18
29:12

Paul DePodesta outlines his plans for Colorado's future - How much of a role will Dick Monfort continue to have?

In one of the most important press conferences in Colorado Rockies history, new President of Baseball Operations Paul DePodesta was introduced to the Denver media. What were the most interesting quotes to come out of the 35-minute presser? Is DePo approaching this situation with an open-mind?Dick Monfort continues to downplay his role in the organization. The 71-year-old primary owner even joked that his son as well as others were trying to push him out. What did Monfort have to say? And does the buck still stop with him as owner and CEO?Plus, Hunter Goodman shut out of NL MVP voting, the player development staff receives a shake-up, Josh Naylor becomes the first big free agent to sign and the Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge make history with their MVP wins.🎥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

11-17
33:02

How can Colorado easily improve both its roster and farm system? Could massive strides in Japan be made with one trade?

POBO Paul DePodesta is known for his intelligence and creativity. Rebuilding Colorado with future franchise cornerstones via trades won’t be possible without any established stars on the roster. So how can the Rockies get creative on the trade front? How can they simultaneously improve a disappointing farm system?A pair of Japanese players could also make their way into trade conversations. Might a deal for Masataka Yoshida of the Red Sox or Kodai Senga of the Mets help jump start the team’s profile in Japan? How long has it been since the last Japanese player on the Rockies?Plus, acquiring a Coors Field merchant and reuniting a duo from the iconic 2016 Chicago Cubs. 🎥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

11-13
37:33

DePo Speaks! Rockies' POBO discusses Kris Bryant, autonomy and being a "sucker for a challenge"

Las Vegas is the site of the 2025 GM Meetings and new President of Baseball Operations Paul DePodesta is making his first appearance as the chief architect of the Colorado Rockies. Speaking media for the first time since his appointment, DePodesta discusses a wide-array of topics. Does he have plans for Kris Bryant? How much autonomy will he actually have over the Rockies?Hunter Goodman already has an NL Silver Slugger Award to his name this offseason. Could he possibly become the first Rockie to receive a top-10 NL MVP vote from a writer outside of Denver since Trevor Story in 2020? Does he deserve some recognition despite Colorado losing 119 games?Plus, Patrick reveals in NL Manager of the Year Award ballot, the Cleveland Guardians have a major gambling scandal on their hands and Warren Schaeffer as hinted at returning to the club in some capacity for 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

11-12
37:38

Could new POBO Paul DePodesta convince Dick Monfort to spend more than usual in free agency this winter?

Kris Bryant is the last free agent Colorado has signed to a multi-year guaranteed deal and the only one since the start of the 2020 season. Even if the Rockies rebuild takes a few years to build momentum, one or two signings this offseason could provide a jump start. How can Paul DePodesta convince owner Dick Monfort of making more serious investments?Colorado will not be swimming in the deep end of free agency with the likes of Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette, Dylan Cease or Alex Bregman. But several affordable free agents could strike the Rockies’ fancy. Which starting pitchers could provide the biggest boost to the rotation? Plus, signing a player from within the division who could win a batting title and bolstering a young bullpen with some choice reliever options.🎥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

11-11
28:45

What will Colorado Rockies' POBO Paul DePodesta do first? What are his biggest hurdles? When will he add his own GM?

Hiring an NFL executive from one of the worst teams (Cleveland Browns) is an orthodox move for MLB’s Colorado Rockies. But Paul DePodesta has a background in baseball, most notably with the Oakland Athletics during their famed Moneyball period. What will DePo target as his priority for the last-place Rockies? How quickly can he bring them up to speed?Colorado would love to snap their streak of three consecutive 100-loss seasons. Can DePodesta divide and conquer by hiring his own General Manager? When could that happen?Plus, Rockies lose multiple prospect to minor league free agency in preparation for organizational turnover, Milwaukee gets in a weird game of chicken with Brandon Woodruff and multiple connections between DePodesta and former GM Jeff Bridich. 🎥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

11-10
30:31

EMERGENCY POD: Paul DePodesta goes from NFL’s Cleveland Browns to head of baseball ops for MLB’s Colorado Rockies

The search is over for the Colorado Rockies head of baseball operations. Paul DePodesta, chief strategy office of the NFL’s Cleveland Browns, is coming to Denver for his first GM role since captaining the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2004-05. How successful was he with the Browns? What was his baseball experience before his decade-long tenure in Cleveland?DePodesta is best known for his work with the Oakland Athletics during their great Moneyball movement, a period that sparked a best-seller by Michael Lewis and a film starring Brad Pitt. Who played Colorado’s new leader in the movie? And could his outside-the-box thinking spark a revolution for the Rockies?Plus, Colorado claims a pitcher from the Tampa Bay Rays, Thairo Estrada leaves as a free agent and Hunter Goodman claims the first NL Silver Slugger Award for a catcher in franchise history.🎥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

11-07
34:54

Has Dick Monfort meddled with the Rockies again? Is it now likely Colorado goes with an internal candidate for GM?

Bleak is the word some are using around Major League Baseball to describe the situation with the Colorado Rockies. Without a head of baseball operations to start the offseason and with their top two candidates having rebuffed them, will Dick Monfort change course to club's 5th-best option? What are the odds they go with an internal candidate as an interim GM for this next season?Someone pushed the "claim" button on Wednesday on 1B/OF Troy Johnston. Who is the former Marlins' 28-year-old left-handed hitting bat? Should we be more surprised that Kris Bryant or Jeff Criswell was activated from the 60-day IL?Plus, Willie MacIver and Rico Garcia find new homes, Colorado gets set to play Team USA during Spring Training and how Trevor Story separated himself from Kris Bryant this 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

11-06
23:54

How much longer will Colorado allow the Kris Bryant saga to drag? Adam Ottavino the latest favorite to run the Rockies?

Kris Bryant still has three years and $81 million remaining on his albatross of a contract. His health continues to decline and his hopes for ever getting back onto a field continue to worsen. What are the Rockies waiting for? Is there a logical reason why they might keep KB on the roster?Adam Ottavino has long discussed his transition from a player to a manager or front office executive. Now that his playing career is over, one of the greatest relievers in Colorado history may be the club’s best candidate to run the organization. Would Otto be weary of owner Dick Monfort in the same way as Amiel Sawdaye and Matt Forman?Plus, Trevor Story makes his big decision in Boston, Elias Díaz and Tom Murphy become free agent catcher and Patrick divulges which BBWAA Award he has voted on for the 2025 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

11-05
26:31

Have the Rockies bungled their GM search? Is Colorado & Dick Monfort truly serious about fixing everything??

The news coming out of Coors Field on Monday was far from expected and cast a light on the Colorado Rockies that is far from favorable. Leading candidates for open GM/POBO position - Amiel Sawdaye (Dbacks) and Matt Forman (Guardians) - appear out of contention. Why is neither man jumping at this opportunity? Will Colorado wait another week to make an announcement?Dick Monfort and company have said a lot of the right things during the embarrassing 119-loss season. Do the recent reports suggest a bit of lip service? Does Monfort really want to make such drastic changes to his organization?Plus, Thairo Estrada has option declined but sticks around, Adam Ottavino’s name gets thrown into the fray as the Rox next GM and a pair of former Rockies get new jobs in the NL East.🎥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

11-04
35:42

Did the Rockies GM search hit a snag? Did the Dodgers & Blue Jays just have the greatest Game 7 in World Series history?

Various reports are suggesting the Colorado Rockies have hit a snag with their search for the new head of baseball operations. Should we believe Amiel Sawdaye (Arizona Diamondbacks AGM) and Matt Forman (Cleveland Guardians AGM) are out of contention? Are there more candidates that we just haven’t heard about?Los Angeles Dodgers cemented their dynasty with another World Series victory. Was Game 7 the greatest and most intriguing one in the 123-year history of the Fall Classic? Which Toronto Blue Jays controversy will be remembered most?Plus, Jeff Hoffman fails to join Wade Davis and Kris Bryant in an interesting Rockies group, we get a sixth consecutive championship for (a) Will Smith and Yoshinobu Yamamoto earns every penny in his record-breaking contract.🎥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

11-03
30:50

Game 7! Dodgers & Blue Jays go the distance in 2025 World Series - Plus, Rockies lose three to 40-man crunch

RHP Dugan Darnell, LHP Lucas Gilbreath and INF Aaron Schunk are gone from the Colorado Rockies as they prepare for the 2025-26 offseason despite not having made a decision about their top decision-maker. Who landed where? And who's become a free agent?The two sweetest words in all of sports: Game 7. Max Scherzer starts G7 for the first time since starting G7 for the Washington Nationals in 2019. Has Mookie Betts gotten off the schneid officially? Will we see Shohei Ohtani or Clayton Kershaw?Plus, San Francisco pays $10.5 million to make a managerial change, a 33-year-old is named a manager for the first time in over 50 years and Devon White's name gets a makeover.🎥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

11-01
24:43

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