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Ep. 183 -- Stalemate in MLB lockout puts start of spring training in doubt from 2022-02-03T23:32:11

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the ongoing MLB lockout and the likely delay for the start of 2022 spring training.<...

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Ep. 182 -- Breaking down the 2022 Hall of Fame ballot with three BBWAA voters from 2021-12-23T18:03:06

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman moderates a discussion about the 2022 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot with three BBWAA voters.

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Ep. 181 -- Breaking down Jon Gray's signing with Rangers, MLB lockout and more from 2021-12-07T17:28:07

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the MLB lockout, with the players and owners at odds in baseball's first work stoppa...

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Ep. 180 -- Hot stove chatter, Ryan McMahon's potential at SS, prospects to protect in Rule 5 Draft from 2021-11-17T18:12:41

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down an array of offseason topics.

What's the current market like for right-hand...

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Ep. 179 -- Ex-Rockies in the World Series, coaching changes, Ryan McMahon vies for Gold Glove from 2021-10-29T16:39:07

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss a host of baseball topics with the World Series in mid-swing.

The duo discusse...

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Ep. 178 -- Rockies hire Bill Schmidt as GM, re-sign Antonio Senzatela/C.J. Cron and more analysis from 2021-10-08T19:49:46

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down an array of topics with the Rockies' 2021 season fresh in the rearview.
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Ep. 177 -- Rockies try to play spoiler, MiLB success, Trevor Story's LoDo swan song from 2021-09-23T17:04:15

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the final stretch of the Rockies' 2021 season.

Can Colorado play spo...

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Ep. 176 -- Rockies' season of juxtapositions, upcoming road trip and Jon Gray's future from 2021-08-23T20:15:19

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down Colorado's season full of juxtapositions. How can Colorado be so good at home (MLB-b...

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Ep. 175 -- Breaking down the Rockies' moves (or lack thereof) at the trade deadline from 2021-08-02T22:06:38

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' moves -- or lack thereof -- at the 2021 MLB trade deadline.

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Ep. 174 -- Previewing the Rockies' second half of 2021 from 2021-07-16T04:36:09

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders preview the second half of the Rockies' 2021 season.

What's the likelihood that shorts...

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Ep. 173 -- Recapping the Home Run Derby and MLB All-Star Game at Coors Field from 2021-07-15T20:35:29

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders recap the 2021 Home Run Derby and MLB All-Star Game at Coors Field.

What were takeaway...

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Ep. 172 -- Road woes, Bill Schmidt's GM candidacy, Trevor Story's trade status from 2021-07-09T03:35:18

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders analyze the Rockies' woes away from Coors Field this year as the team is on pace to break the M...

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Ep. 171 -- Previewing the Home Run Derby and MLB All-Star Game at Coors Field from 2021-07-08T18:47:04

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders preview the 2021 Home Run Derby and MLB All-Star Game at Coors Field.

Who is t...

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Ep. 170 -- Nolan Arenado returns to Coors Field, German Marquez's recent dominance from 2021-07-02T19:10:10

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the return of Nolan Arenado to Coors Field in a Cardinals uniform.

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Ep. 169 -- Breaking down Charlie Blackmon's legacy with the Rockies, plus potential deadline trades from 2021-06-10T17:54:28

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss Charlie Blackmon's legacy with the Rockies after he passed Larry Walker for second on t...

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Ep. 168 -- Talking Rockies' red-hot rotation, Trevor Story's injured elbow and more analysis from 2021-06-04T19:41:22

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the recent surge by the Colorado rotation.

Plus, analyzing the team's contras...

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Ep. 167 -- Breaking down Rockies' road woes, top prospects, upcoming homestand from 2021-05-27T17:04:02

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.

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Ep. 166 -- How much blame does manager Bud Black deserve for Rockies' disastrous season? from 2021-05-20T18:18:28

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 ...

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Ep. 165 -- Assessing the Rockies' rotation through the first six weeks of 2021 from 2021-05-13T18:14:31

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 sea...

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Ep. 164 -- Rockies face Nolan Arenado and Cardinals, analysis on Bill Schmidt as interim GM from 2021-05-07T17:18:20

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 ...

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Ep. 163 -- Reasons to smile during the Rockies' trainwreck 2021 season from 2021-04-30T15:26:24

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 ...

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Ep. 162 -- Should Rockies fans be worried about Charlie Blackmon's poor start? from 2021-04-29T14:08:16

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, th...

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Ep. 161 -- Analyzing Jeff Bridich's legacy as the Rockies' GM from 2021-04-28T20:31:23

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 Bridic...

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Ep. 160 -- Analyzing Rockies' trade of Nolan Arenado to Cardinals for Austin Gomber and prospects from 2021-02-05T16:37:22

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 tra...

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Ep. 159 -- Nolan Arenado trade possibilities, Hall of Fame discussion, Rockies' quiet offseason from 2021-01-29T18:55:04

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.<...

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Ep. 158 -- Rockies fall further behind in NL West, analysis on Todd Helton's Hall trajectory from 2021-01-08T14:57:40

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. Listen

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Ep. 157 -- Breaking down the Nolan Arenado and Trevor Story trade rumors from 2020-12-08T00:35:16

In this hot stove edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Nolan Arenado and Trevor Story trade rumors.

Would general ma...

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Ep. 156 -- Breaking down the Rockies' decision to non-tender David Dahl, Tony Wolters from 2020-12-05T00:17:04

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' decision to non-tender outfielder David Dahl and catcher Tony Wolters. ...

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Ep. 155 -- Rockies starting pitching must re-find form for Colorado to stay in contention from 2020-09-04T15:15:28

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders take a look at the Rockies' starting pitching.

After carrying the team through the fir...

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Ep. 154 -- Assessing the Rockies' playoff chances entering the home stretch from 2020-09-04T15:00:23

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders assess the club's playoff odds with about three weeks to go in the season.

Can the Ro...

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Ep. 153 -- Breaking down the Rockies' two trade-deadline acquisitions from 2020-09-03T22:56:21

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' trade deadline acquisitions.

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Ep. 152 -- Roster surprises, starting rotation's swagger and Rockies' early playoff chances from 2020-08-07T14:26:47

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down pleasant roster surprises for the Rockies thus far, whether the starting rota...

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Ep. 151 -- Talking Colorado's fast start, home opener against Padres and more from 2020-07-31T17:38:49

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders talk about Colorado's fast start to the 60-game season, Friday's home opening day agains...

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Ep. 150 -- Injury report, backup catcher battle, middle relief questions and more from 2020-07-16T17:44:25

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Kyle Fredrickson break down a multitude of topics amid Rockies' "summer camp" in LoDo. 

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Ep. 149 -- Answering questions big and small about Colorado's chances to contend from 2020-07-09T18:58:21

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders do a rapid-fire Q&A to preview the Rockies' 60-game season in 2020.

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Ep. 148 -- Special Rockies podcast: Breaking down the return of major pro sports in America from 2020-06-25T18:25:11

In this special edition sports podcast by The Denver Post, sportswriters Kyle Newman, Kyle Fredrickson and Mike Singer discuss the return of major pro sports in America.

The trio assesses...

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Ep. 147 -- Rockies podcast: Breaking down the decreasing likelihood of a MLB season from 2020-06-05T19:58:23

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman is joined by Jenny Cavnar. Newman and Cavnar, a host and reporter for AT&T SportsNet, discuss the likelihood of MLB r...

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Ep. 146 -- From Arenado's Cooperstown talent to ballpark districts, what we miss about the game from 2020-05-20T21:26:27

In edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss what they miss most about baseball. From the minutiae of the daily MLB grind, to Nolan Arena...

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Ep. 145 -- Bud Black talks owners' proposal for 2020 season and much more from 2020-05-13T19:55:35

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman is joined by Bud Black. The Rockies manager discusses his thoughts on the owners' proposal for the 2020 season...

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Ep. 144 -- Breaking down every known plan to play the 2020 MLB season from 2020-04-30T19:12:17

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders assess the various proposals for the 2020 MLB season amid the coronavirus pandemic. Ideas discus...

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Ep. 143 -- The decade anniversaries of Ubaldo's no-hitter, Keli McGregor's death from 2020-04-22T19:36:08

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman and guest co-host Kevin Henry of Rox Pile reflect on the decade anniversaries of Ubaldo Jimenez's no-hitter and Keli M...

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Ep. 142 -- What would the MLB season be like without fans? from 2020-04-15T23:09:27

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss what the MLB season would be like without fans. Would that be worth it? What would the e...

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Ep. 141 -- How the Denver Post beat writers fell irreversibly in love with baseball from 2020-04-09T02:58:17

In this romanticized episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders delve into the genesis of their love for baseball.

Newman talks of growin...

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Ep. 140 -- Why MLB's idea to start the season in May in Arizona won't work from 2020-04-08T22:20:05

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the latest developments in the postponement of the MLB season.

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Ep. 139 -- Newman and Saunders square off to draft all-time Rockies teams from 2020-04-01T20:45:03

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders square off to draft two all-time Rockies teams. Each plays general manager to build a 26-man ro...

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Ep. 138 -- Bemoaning the Rockies' Opening Day that wasn't from 2020-03-26T17:33:43

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders bemoan what was supposed to be Major League Baseball's Opening Day.

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Ep. 137 -- Everything to know about MLB's indefinite postponement from 2020-03-19T18:36:13

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the indefinite postponement of the 2020 Major League Baseball season due to the coronav...

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Ep. 136 -- The battle for the rotation's fifth spot, SI's prediction diss and more from 2020-03-12T01:10:23

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the battle for the fifth spot in the rotation, Sports Illustrated's prediction for t...

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Ep. 135 -- Ubaldo Jimenez talks comeback attempt with Rockies and more from 2020-03-03T18:15:48

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast from Salt River Fields, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman catches up with veteran right-hander Ubaldo Jimenez to discuss his comeback attempt with the R...

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Ep. 134 -- Ryan McMahon talks hitting, life and goals for 2020 from 2020-02-29T00:38:50

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast from Salt River Fields, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman catches up with Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon to preview his 2020 season. McMahon talks about...

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Ep. 133 -- Rising prospects to watch in Rockies spring training from 2020-02-25T17:00:06

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the top young prospects to watch in Rockies spring training. The show features analysis...

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Ep. 132 -- Ian Desmond, Trevor Story must take on enhanced leadership roles for Rockies in 2020 from 2020-02-19T23:55:40

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the players who must take on enhanced leadership roles in order for the Rockies to f...

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Ep. 131 -- Jeff Bridich has spoken. But can the bridge be mended with Nolan Arenado? from 2020-02-19T23:30:04

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down Jeff Bridich's recent comments on Nolan Arenado.

The Rockies' general manag...

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Ep. 130 -- Spring training vibes guide breaking down the beauty, poetry of the Cactus League from 2020-02-08T00:47:43

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the beauty and the poetry of spring training.

From the multitude of stadiu...

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Ep. 129 -- Entertaining the improbable idea that the Rockies can win 94 games in 2020 from 2020-02-08T00:27:31

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders address Dick Monfort's bold prediction that the Rockies will win a franchise-record 94 games in...

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Ep. 128 -- Top Rockies story lines to watch heading into 2020 spring training from 2020-02-07T00:00:04

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders preview all the top story lines to watch heading to Rockies' 2020 spring training in Arizona. <...

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Ep. 127 -- Rockies fans are pessimistic about the team's 2020 prospects from 2020-01-23T23:25:13

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders assess the bleak state of Rockies fandom. With spring training right around the corner, Colorad...

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Ep. 126 -- The significance of Larry Walker's election to the Hall of fame from 2020-01-23T23:03:15

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the significance of Larry Walker's election to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. W...

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Ep. 125 -- Breaking down all aspects of Nolan Arenado's rift with Jeff Bridich from 2020-01-23T22:40:26

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders have an in-depth discussion about the future of Nolan Arenado in Colorado. What's to make of Ar...

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Ep. 124 -- Why Colorado needs Kyle Freeland to have a redemption season from 2020-01-17T22:39:01

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the chances of a Kyle Freeland redemption season in 2020. After 2019 saw the southpaw...

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Ep. 123 -- A hat-tip to longtime Rockies broadcaster Jerry Schemmel from 2020-01-17T01:40:27

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the value that longtime Rockies radio broadcaster Jerry Schemmel brought to the Colorado...

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Ep. 122 -- How will McGregor Square change the LoDo experience for Rockies fans? from 2019-11-22T22:02:58

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the potential impact of McGregor Square, currently being built across the street from Co...

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Ep. 121 -- Laying out the case for Larry Walker's election to the Hall of Fame from 2019-11-22T21:39:51

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders lay out the case for former Rockies outfielder Larry Walker to be elected into the National Base...

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Ep. 120 -- Why trading Jon Gray is a dumb idea for the Rockies from 2019-11-22T20:04:14

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the trade interest in Rockies right-hander Jon Gray. The duo makes the case why it'd ...

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Ep. 119 -- Credit Colorado for showing fight against the Brewers from 2019-09-29T16:43:07

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman analyzes Colorado's play against the Brewers in the final series of the 2019 season. The Rockies won the first two gam...

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Ep. 118 -- Should he stay or should he go? Assessing Rockies' accountability for 2020 from 2019-09-18T22:16:15

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss potential accountability following the Rockies' disastrous, last-place season. Who will ...

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Ep. 117 -- Top draft pick Michael Toglia talks first season in the minors from 2019-09-14T23:50:55

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman caught up with Michael Toglia, Colorado's first-round draft pick this year out of UCLA. The first baseman/outfielder t...

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Ep. 116 -- Trevor Story talks 30/20 season, offensive maturation, Gold Glove hopes and more from 2019-09-11T18:42:25

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman talks with Rockies shortstop Trevor Story about his second straight 30 homer/20 steal season, his continued maturation...

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Ep. 115 -- Does Bud Black deserve to be fired for the Rockies' disappointing season? from 2019-09-06T19:42:28

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the job security, and job performance, of Colorado manager Bud Black. With the Rockies i...

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Ep. 114 -- Sam Hilliard talks MLB debut, his baseball journey and more from 2019-08-28T22:14:25

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with rookie outfielder Sam Hilliard. The 25-year-old talked about his baseball journey, being called up to ...

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Ep. 113 -- Breaking down bullpen expectations for the rest of 2019 from 2019-08-22T13:28:27

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down expectations for the volatile Colorado bullpen the rest of the season. With Scott Obe...

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Ep. 112 -- What does Jon Gray's season-ending injury mean for the Rockies? from 2019-08-22T03:04:25

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the season-ending injury to Jon Gray. The Rockies put the right-hander on the 60-day ...

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Ep. 111 -- Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman discuss their favorite MLB ballparks from 2019-08-14T18:08:46

In this light-hearted episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss their favorite major league ballparks, pros and cons of certain stadiums, ...

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Ep. 110 -- Chi Chi Gonzalez on battling for rotation spot, long comeback from Tommy John and more from 2019-08-14T00:52:49

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with Chi Chi Gonzalez. The right-hander was optioned back to Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday in order to ma...

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Ep. 109 -- Jon Gray talks his bounce-back season, club's fading playoff hopes and more from 2019-08-07T00:16:06

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with Rockies right-hander Jon Gray at Minute Maid Park in Houston. The pitcher discusses his change in ment...

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Ep. 108 -- Assessing individual bright spots for last-place Colorado from 2019-07-25T17:53:34

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss a handful of players who have broken through with success in 2019, or re-emerged as pill...

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Ep. 107 -- Why 2019 is the most disappointing season in franchise history from 2019-07-25T17:28:03

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss why 2019 can be considered the most disappointing season in the 27-year history of the f...

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Ep. 106 -- What are the Rockies going to do at the trade deadline? from 2019-07-17T20:35:20

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the Rockies' options at the July 31 trade deadline, and whether Colorado will be buyers,...

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Ep. 105 -- Debating whether German Marquez and Kyle Freeland can be fire and ice once again from 2019-07-17T19:09:25

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss the second-half weight that German Marquez and Kyle Freeland need to take on in the rota...

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Ep. 104 -- Can Seunghwan Oh return to bolster Rockies' bullpen? from 2019-07-10T20:44:01

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman breaks down whether right-hander Seunghwan Oh can return from an abdominal injury to be a force for the Rockies' bullp...

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Ep. 103 -- Scott Oberg breaks down the Rockies' bullpen at midseason from 2019-07-02T23:02:27

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with reliever Scott Oberg to talk about the status of the bullpen at midseason, his thoughts on closer Wade...

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Ep. 102 -- Peter Lambert on his first few weeks in the majors from 2019-06-25T01:26:14

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with rookie right-hander Peter Lambert inside the visiting clubhouse at Oracle Park. The 22-year-old talks ...

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Ep. 101 -- Why David Dahl's the most underrated outfielder in the National League from 2019-06-21T15:38:36

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman breaks down the case for why the Rockies' David Dahl is the most underrated and under-appreciated outfielder in the Na...

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Ep. 100 -- Reliever Phillip Diehl on his call-up, why he wears glasses while pitching and more from 2019-06-11T21:17:45

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman talks to southpaw reliever Phillip Diehl about his call-up to the Rockies, why he wears glasses while pitching, his fa...

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Ep. 99 -- Breaking down Colorado's first day of the 2019 MLB draft from 2019-06-04T05:29:50

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with Rockies general manager Jeff Bridich and scouting director Bill Schmidt to discuss Colorado's first da...

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Ep. 98 -- Yonathan Daza talks his first big-league hit and more from 2019-05-30T17:06:09

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with rookie Yonathan Daza in the Coors Field home clubhouse. Daza talked about his first big-league hit aga...

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Ep. 97 -- Brendan Rodgers on his first couple weeks in the bigs and more from 2019-05-28T22:18:05

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with rookie Brendan Rodgers inside the Coors Field home clubhouse to discuss how he's settling into the big...

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Ep. 96 -- What Wade Davis' oblique injury means for the Rockies' bullpen from 2019-05-23T23:10:38

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman break down what Wade Davis' trip to the injured list will mean for the Colorado bullpen. Discuss...

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Ep. 95 -- Is Jeff Hoffman ready to seize the fifth spot in Rockies' beleaguered rotation? from 2019-05-23T23:08:17

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess whether right-hander Jeff Hoffman is ready to seize the fifth spot in a Colorado rotation...

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Ep. 94 -- Rockies report card one-quarter of the way through 2019 from 2019-05-16T18:45:14

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess Colorado at the quarter point of the season. What's gone wrong, what's been a pleasant su...

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Ep. 93 -- Breaking down Brendan Rodgers' forthcoming MLB debut with the Rockies from 2019-05-16T18:37:24

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman break down the call-up of Rockies' top prospect Brendan Rodgers. What does his debut mean to Co...

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Ep. 92 -- Chad Bettis on relieving role, belief within Rockies clubhouse and more from 2019-05-09T17:56:19

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman talks to Rockies right-hander Chad Bettis about his relieving role this season, his uptick in velocity, Colorado's rot...

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Ep. 91 -- Rockies' Stu Cole talks about his quarter century within the Colorado organization from 2019-05-02T16:18:19

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman talks to Rockies third base coach Stu Cole about his 25 years within the Colorado organization, his own playing career...

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Ep. 90 -- Kyle Freeland on roller-coaster start, status of finger blister and more from 2019-05-01T22:23:01

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman talks to southpaw starter Kyle Freeland to discuss his roller-coaster start, the status of his finger blister, competi...

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Ep. 89 -- Ryan McMahon on overcoming slow start, importance of Daniel Murphy's return and more from 2019-04-30T00:44:23

In this episode of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman talks to Ryan McMahon to discuss how the Rockies overcame their early slide, the importance of Daniel Murphy's return,...

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Ep. 88 -- Christian Yelich expects "more of the same" close, hard-fought games when playing Rockies from 2019-04-29T23:33:20

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with Brewers outfielder and reigning National League MVP Christian Yelich to discuss his thoughts on the Ro...

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Ep. 87 -- Carlos Estevez talks bringing the heat, overcoming freak injuries and more from 2019-04-23T22:24:33

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with right-hander Carlos Estevez to discuss his high 90s heat out of the bullpen, how he overcame a couple ...

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Ep. 86 -- German Marquez talks flirting with a no-no from 2019-04-16T02:11:14

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with right-hander German Marquez to discuss his one-hitter against the Giants on Sunday, the effort of his ...

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Ep. 85 -- Rotation analysis on Freeland, Marquez, Anderson, Gray and more from 2019-04-05T21:57:47

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman take a look at the club's rotation through the first couple weeks of the season, with analysis o...

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Ep. 84 -- Colorado looks snap out of offensive funk against Dodgers from 2019-04-05T21:44:42

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman take a look at the Rockies’ early offensive struggles through the team’s opening road trip, as C...

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Ep. 83 -- Opening day at Coors Field should very well be a state holiday from 2019-04-05T21:19:52

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman discuss the holiday that is the Rockies' home opener, with personal insight into the meaning of ...

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Ep. 82 -- What to expect from the Rockies in 2019 from 2019-03-28T12:00:19

On opening day 2019, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman give their general opinions heading into the Rockies' season, including predictions, analysis on best-case and worst-c...

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Ep. 81 -- Scott Oberg on the influence of Adam Ottavino and his role in the bullpen from 2019-03-23T12:00:19

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with right-handed reliever Scott Oberg in Scottsdale to discuss the influence of Adam Ottavino, Oberg's bul...

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Ep. 80 -- 25-man opening day roster debate, including extensive analysis on infielders and bullpen from 2019-03-16T12:00:18

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman debate Colorado’s 25-man opening day roster, including extensive analysis on the infielders and ...

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Ep. 79 -- Colorado has rising stars in Dahl, Marquez and Story from 2019-03-06T13:00:28

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman examine the 2019 potential of the team's rising stars in David Dahl, German Marquez and Trevor S...

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Ep. 78 -- Top pitching prospect Peter Lambert from 2019-03-01T13:00:13

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with Rockies top pitching prospect Peter Lambert to discuss the right-hander's rapid rise throughout the mi...

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Ep. 77 -- DJ Johnson talks about his rookie season, bullpens's hunger and more from 2019-02-28T13:00:13

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writer Kyle Newman catches up with slimmed right-handed reliever DJ Johnson to talk about his offseason fasting, his aspirations for his ...

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Ep. 76 -- Breakdown of top young prospects from spring training from 2019-02-27T13:00:26

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman give their early spring training impressions of the club's top young prospects, with analysis on...

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Ep. 75 -- Who emerges as the Colorado Rockies' No. 5 starter? from 2019-02-22T13:00:05

Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman analyze who will take the fifth spot on the back end of the Rockies' rotation, including talk on Antonio Senzatela, Jeff Hoffman and Chad B...

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Ep. 74 -- The Rockies' outfield has a new look. Here's the breakdown. from 2019-02-21T13:00:15

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess the new-look Colorado outfield featuring Ian Desmond in center and David Dahl and Charlie...

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Ep. 73 -- What Manny Machado's mega deal means for Nolan Arenado from 2019-02-20T20:41:58

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman break down the impact of Manny Machado's 10-year, $300 million deal with the San Diego Padres. N...

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Ep. 72 -- National media bias breakdown, plus sights and sounds of spring training from 2019-02-14T01:14:48

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess the national media's traditional bias against the Rockies, plus insight into the sights and sounds of the first week of spr...

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Ep. 71 -- Nolan Arenado's one-year, $26 million deal, prospects of a long-term contract and more from 2019-02-11T13:00:15

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman discuss the impact of Nolan Arenado's one-year, $26 million deal, prospects of a long-term contract for the third baseman and more.

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Ep. 70 -- Nolan Arenado's future in LoDo, catching situation, bullpen update and more from 2019-02-09T13:00:15

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman take podcast mailbag questions to break down Nolan Arenado's future in LoDo, the team's catching situation, the bullpen's prognosi...

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Ep. 69 -- MLB rule changes, designated hitter, adjusting the mound height and more from 2019-02-08T13:00:25

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman analyze a series of proposed MLB rule changes, including eliminating the designated hitter in the National League, adjusting the m...

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Ep. 68 -- National League West vs. Colorado, Bryce Harper and Manny Machado updates from 2019-02-03T13:00:05

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess the rest of the National League West comparative to Colorado, including the Dodgers' moves and the Padres' interest in Bryc...

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Ep. 67 -- Starting second base job is up for grabs at spring training from 2019-02-02T13:00:05

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman break down the race for the starting second base job, including analysis on Garrett Hampson, Ryan McMahon, Brendan Rodgers and Pat...

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Ep. 66 -- Mark Reynolds thrilled to be back with Colorado from 2019-02-01T13:00:25

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman assess the Mark Reynolds signing and what the veteran slugger could bring to the Rockies this season, what his prior stint with Co...

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Ep. 65 -- Bullpen analysis, key relievers and more from 2019-01-27T13:00:03

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman break down the Rockies' bullpen, including analysis of the unit's contract situation, key relievers for Colorado in 2019 and more.

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Ep. 64 -- Nolan Arenado's contract situation, arbitration update and more from 2019-01-26T13:00:03

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman analyze the latest on the Nolan Arenado contract situation, how his arbitration will play out and prospects of a long-term deal.

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Ep. 63 -- Hall of Fame voting results along with a look into Bonds, Clemens, Helton and Walker from 2019-01-25T13:00:23

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman discuss the Hall of Fame voting results, including analysis on the four electees as well as insight into Barry Bonds, Roger Clemen...

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Ep. 62 -- Should Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame? from 2019-01-18T13:00:25

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman debate whether Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens deserve to enter the Baseball Hall of Fame. (Spoiler alert: ...

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Ep. 61 -- Rockies' rotation expections and projections for Colorado entering 2019 from 2019-01-17T17:31:43

In the latest On the Rox podcast, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman discuss what the expectations are for the Rockies' starting rotation, what their projections are for Colo...

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Ep. 60 -- Projecting the Rockies' 2019 Opening Day lineup from 2019-01-16T21:05:15

Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman make their early predictions for the Rockies' 2019 Opening Day lineup, and provide analysis on Tom Murphy, Garrett Hampson, David Dahl and ...

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Ep. 59 -- Nolan Arenado's crossroads, Daniel Murphy signing, hot stove chatter and more from 2019-01-10T01:26:07

Welcome to the first On The Rox podcast of 2019, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman discuss Nolan Arenado's crossroads, the Daniel Murphy signing, hot stove chatter and the H...

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Ep. 58 -- Summarizing the highs and lows of the 2018 season, looking ahead to 2019 from 2018-10-11T22:54:51

In the final On The Rox podcast of the season, Denver Post beat writers Patrick Saunders and Kyle Newman break down the Rockies' 2018 campaign in addition to looking forward to 2019. Included is an...

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Ep. 57 -- Rocktober returns as the Rockies enter the National League Division Series from 2018-10-04T20:21:45

There's a full house on the latest installment of the On The Rox podcast, as Kyle Newman, Patrick Saunders and Mark Kiszla take a look at the NLDS between the Rockies and the Brewers, Colorado's pi...

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Ep. 56 -- Trevor Story, Nolan Arenado, Matt Holliday and others discuss 2018 pennant chase from 2018-09-28T00:23:32

On the latest installment of the On the Rox podcast, the Rockies discuss thoughts and feelings on the 2018 pennant chase, including interviews with Trevor Story, Nolan Arenado, Matt Holliday, Scott...

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Ep. 55 -- Tony Diaz talks Rockies’ base running, Bud Black’s managing style and more from 2018-09-20T20:28:11

On the latest installment of the On the Rox podcast, first base coach Tony Diaz talks Rockies' base running, Bud Black's managing style, Colorado's key intangibles, the evolution of Venezuelan pitc...

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Ep. 54 -- Seunghwan Oh talks about his baseball origin, Colorado's playoff push and more from 2018-09-13T23:28:27

On the latest installment of the On the Rox podcast, Rockies reliever Seunghwan Oh talks about the excitement of the pennant race, how he nearly hung up his cleats after undergoing Tommy John surge...

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Ep. 53 -- Matt Holliday's return to Colorado and the Rockies' playoff chase from 2018-09-06T16:42:56

On the latest installment of the On the Rox podcast, Rockies outfielder Matt Holliday joins The Denver Post's Kyle Newman to talk about his return to Colorado and the team's playoff chase. And Patr...

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Ep. 52 -- Ryan McMahon's growth as a player, Kyle Freeland, Mailbag questions and more from 2018-08-29T22:23:37

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon joins the show and talks about his growth as a player this year, his return to his southern California roots on the road tr...

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Ep. 51 -- Jon Gray's roller-coaster season, and Matt Holliday's Rockies returns from 2018-08-23T18:25:40

In this episode of the On the Rox podcast, Rockies starting pitcher Jon Gray joins Kyle Newman to talk about his early-season struggles, his tune-up trip to Triple-A and his success since his retur...

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Ep. 50 -- What makes Nolan Arenado so special and is this Colorado's best rotation ever? from 2018-08-16T14:34:59

In the 50th installment of the On the Rox podcast, Astros beat writer Brian McTaggart for MLB.com joins Patrick Saunders to talk about Houston's World Series season and what that meant to the city ...

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Ep. 49 -- Scott Oberg, the Rockies bullpen and Colorado's best chance at a playoff run from 2018-08-09T14:47:01

In this latest installment of the On The Rox podcast, reliever Scott Oberg joins The Denver Post's Kyle Newman to talk about the Rockies bullpen and how he battled back from his midseason injury. A...

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Ep. 48 -- An outsider's perspective of the Rockies and breaking down the trade deadline from 2018-08-02T14:21:08

On the latest episode of the On The Rox podcast, St. Louis Post-Dispatch reporter Derrick Goold joins Patrick Saunders to provide an outsider's look at the Colorado Rockies. And The Denver Post's K...

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Ep. 47 -- Raimel Tapia's emergence with the Rockies from 2018-07-26T19:16:23

In the latest episode of the On The Rox podcast, outfielder Raimel Tapia talks with Kyle Newman about his emergence onto the Rockies' main roster. And Patrick Saunders talks about Colorado's strong...

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Ep. 46 -- Colorado Rockies' second half preview and the MLB trade deadline approaches from 2018-07-19T20:41:15

In the latest In The Rox podcast episode, Jake Shapiro of Rox Pile joins The Denver Post's Kyle Newman to talk about the what's ahead for the Colorado Rockies in the second half of the season and w...

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Ep. 45 -- Noel Cuevas on his rookie season, the Rockies outfield and Puerto Rico from 2018-07-12T18:11:31

In this latest installment of the In The Rox podcast, Colorado Rockies Noel Cuevas talks about his rookie season, his home of Puerto Rico and what he's learned from the seasoned veterans in the out...

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Ep. 44 -- Rockies ace reliever Adam Ottavino from 2018-07-05T18:21:33

In the latest installment of the On The Rox podcast, Rockies reliever Adam Ottavino sits down with The Denver Post's Kyle Newman to talk about his season so far, the recent improvement he's seen in...

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Ep. 43 -- Breaking down the Rockies rotation from 2018-06-29T16:04:04

In a fresh episode of the On The Rox podcast, Rockies pitching coach Steve Foster sits down with The Denver Post's Kyle Newman and talks about the continued maturation of Kyle Freeland, his current...

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Ep. 42 -- Secrets from the Coors Field groundskeeper from 2018-06-22T00:00

In the latest episode of the On The Rox Podcast, Coors Field's head groundskeeper Mark Razum talks with Patrick Saunders about all the things that go into keeping the ballpark a beautiful, green oa...

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Ep. 41 - Trevor Story talks about his recent tear at the plate and his Texas homecoming from 2018-06-15T03:58:36

In the latest installment of the On The Rox podcast, Kyle Newman sits down with Rockies shortstop Trevor Story to talk about his recent tear at the plate, cutting down on Ks, his rookie season, MLB...

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Ep. 40 - Rockies' Carlos Gonzalez talks June 5, family and re-signing with Colorado from 2018-06-07T18:12:06

In the latest installment of the On The Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders sits down with Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez to talk about his success on June 5 games, his family and re-signing with Col...

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Ep. 39 - KOA broadcaster Jerry Schemmel talks baseball along with a team breakdown from 2018-05-31T12:00:02

Welcome to another addition of On The Rox podcast, this week Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders sits down with KOA broadcaster Jerry Schemmel to discuss the team. Saunders and colleague Kyle Newm...

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Ep. 38 - Rockies are in first place and what's up with the Dodgers? from 2018-05-23T18:58:54

What's going on with the once mighty Dodgers? J.P. Hoornstra of the Los Angeles Daily News joins Denver Post's Patrick Saunders to talk about L.A.'s woes and provides an outside perspective on the ...

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Ep. 37 - Rockies' David Dahl on his journey to the majors from 2018-05-17T17:13:24

Colorado Rockies outfielder David Dahl joins Denver Post reporter Kyle Newman to talk about his journey to the major leagues. And Patrick Saunders breaks down his 10 hot topics surrounding Rockies ...

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Ep. 36 -- Kyle Freeland explains his tattoo from 2018-04-26T16:28:22

In a fresh episode of the On The Rox podcast, Rockies starting pitcher Kyle Freeland sits down with The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders to discuss his relationship with manager Bud Black, his Colora...

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Ep. 35 - Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle interview from 2018-04-19T04:00:27

In a new episode of the On The Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders sits down with former Rockies manager and current skipper of the Pittsburgh Pirates Clint Hurdle. Hurdle touches on his family, the Pira...

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Ep. 34 - Bud Black interview; Basebrawl reaction from 2018-04-12T18:53:43

In a fresh episode of the On The Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders sits down with Rockies manager Bud Black to discuss a range of topics, including his baseball heroes growing up, and why he's so hard ...

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Ep. 33 - Reaction to Charlie Blackmon deal; Chad Bettis interview from 2018-04-05T19:03:37

In the latest episode of the On The Rox podcast, The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders provides reaction to the 6-year, $108 million contract signed by Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon, and what it...

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Ep. 32 -- Rockies GM Jeff Bridich previews the 2018 season, DP roundtable talk from 2018-03-29T01:59:47

On a fresh episode of the On The Rox podcast, The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders sits down with Rockies GM Jeff Bridich.

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Ep. 31 -- Nolan Arenado previews the 2018 Rockies' season from 2018-03-21T23:42:03

Denver Post Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders joined by Nolan Arenado preview the 2018 season, pingpong doubles championship.

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Ep. 30 - Rockies' international man of mystery from 2018-03-15T20:40:23

On a fresh episode of the On The Rox podcast, The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders sits down with Rolando Fernandez, the Colorado Rockies vice president of international scouting and development. Fer...

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Ep. 29 -- Who will lead off for the Rockies? from 2018-03-08T20:15:17

In the latest episode of the On The Rox podcast, The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke discuss which player is most likely to hit leadoff for the Colorado Rockies in 2018. Patrick and N...

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Ep. 28 -- Bob Nightengale dishes on the Rockies from 2018-03-01T21:39:30

In the latest episode of the On The Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders is joined by USA Today baseball writer Bob Nightengale, who provides a national perspective on the Colorado Rockies. Nightengale gi...

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Ep. 27 -- Jon Gray and the Wolfpack from 2018-02-22T18:45:48

In the latest episode of the On The Rox podcast, The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders catches up with Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jon Gray, who gives his thoughts on a new nickname for the Rock...

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Ep. 26 - Chris Iannetta's return to Colorado and spring training kicks off from 2018-02-15T17:35:36

In the first On The Rox podcast of 2018, Patrick Saunders welcomes Chris Iannetta, the catcher and winery owner who returns to Colorado. Jenny Cavnar also joins to talk about motherhood and basebal...

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Ep. 23 -- Kyle Freeland talks early season success from 2017-07-01T00:00

Rockies rookie pitcher Kyle Freeland joins The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders to discuss his early season success, what motivated him during the offseason and his golf game. Patrick also discusses ...

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Ep. 25 -- DJ LeMahieu joins the show. And what to do with Rockies bullpen? from 2017-06-22T21:43:59

Rockies second baseman DJ LeMahieu joins the show and talks about the Rockies' fast start and his friendship with outfielder Charlie Blackmon. Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke discuss comments from ...

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Ep. 24 -- What is Chad Bettis' role when he returns? from 2017-06-10T00:00

Pitcher Chad Bettis returned to the Colorado Rockies this week, following his chemotherapy treatment, and has an ambitious timeline to pitch before the All-Star break. The Denver Post's Patrick Sau...

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Ep. 22 -- Rockies pitcher Jon Gray on cutting his hair from 2017-04-12T21:17:55

Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders met with pitcher Jon Gray, who talked about cutting his hair, expectations for himself and the team.

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Ep. 21 -- Rockies Superfan: Mile High Mohawk from 2017-03-24T00:00

Hear from Rockies superfan Mile High Mohawk, who was honored in Scottsdale this week for being the Colorado Rockies fan of the year. The Denver Post's Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders sits down...

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Ep. 20 -- 5 Impressions From Rockies Spring Training from 2017-03-07T00:00

The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders is joined by Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports, who sheds some light on the national perspective of the Colorado Rockies heading into 2017. Patrick gives five impression...

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Ep. 19 -- Alanna Rizzo talks Rockies, Dodgers from 2017-02-27T00:00

Los Angeles Dodgers reporter Alanna Rizzo joins the podcast to talk about her love for Colorado, her former co-worker Vin Scully, and which team she thinks will in the NL West. The Denver Post's Pa...

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Ep. 18 -- Charlie Blackmon talks Rockies from 2017-02-25T00:00

Rockies center fielder Charlie Blackmon joins On The Rox podcast to talk about spring training with Rockies beat reporter Patrick Saunders. Saunders also talks with Nick Groke of the Post about th...

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Ep. 17 -- Nolan Arenado talks about offseason from 2017-02-17T00:00

Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado sits down with The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders in Scottsdale. Arenado talks about his offseason trip to Cuba, where his family is from. He also discu...

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Ep. 16 -- Which Rockies Are Under Pressure Heading Into Camp? from 2017-02-08T00:00

The Denver Post's Rockies beat writers Patrick Saunders and Nick Kosmider record their final podcast before heading to Scottsdale for Spring Training. They discuss which Rockies players are under t...

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Ep. 15 -- The Bud Black Interview from 2017-01-27T00:00

The Denver Post's Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders sits down for a lengthy interview with incoming manager Bud Black. They discuss the team's potential, its bullpen, Black's managerial style an...

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Ep. 14 -- Spring Fever from 2017-01-18T00:00

Spring is just around the corner and The Denver Post's Rockies writers Patrick Saunders and Nick Kosmider are counting down the days to Scottsdale. Patrick and Nick discuss who they think will brea...

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Ep. 13 — 2017, Here We Come from 2017-01-11T00:00

In the first episode of 2017, The Denver Post’s Patrick Saunders breaks down the Rockies’ offseason moves, what still needs to be done and the state of the catching situation. Saunders finishes off...

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Ep. 12 — Rockies offseason dream scenarios from 2016-10-18T00:00

How would closers Aroldis Chapman, Kenley Jansen or Mark Melancon look in purple pinstripes? Should the Rockies bring back Matt Holliday? Rockies fans give their dream offseason scenarios, and beat...

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Ep. 11 — Rockies Manager Search Begins from 2016-10-05T00:00

With the 2016 season in the rearview mirror, the offseason begins with the Rockies searching for a new manager. Beat writers Patrick Saunders and Nick Kosmider discuss the departure of Walt Weiss a...

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Ep. 10 — Sit, DJ, Sit from 2016-09-28T00:00

Should Rockies second baseman DJ LeMahieu sit his way to the National League batting title? Colorado Rockies beat writer Nick Kosmider and Denver Post digital producer Jeff Bailey discuss the topic...

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Ep. 9 — There’s Always Next Year from 2016-09-22T00:00

In Episode 9 of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post digital producer Jeff Bailey sits in with Rockies beat writer Nick Kosmider to discuss the team’s potential rotation in 2017, what the Rockies wi...

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Ep. 8 — Weiss to Black? from 2016-09-16T00:00

In the newest episode of the On The Rox Podcast, Denver Post digital producer Jeff Bailey sits in with Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders to discuss the latest story lines surrounding the team. O...

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Ep. 7 – On the Hot Seat from 2016-07-10T00:00

In this special second-half kick-starter edition of the On The Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke talk about Rockies manager Walt Weiss, who continues on this season without a contract ex...

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Ep. 6 – Rockies Gloom? Boom? Or Swoon? from 2016-06-01T00:00

On the newest On The Rox, Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke get to the point quick: Can the Rockies survive June? It’s their most dreaded month. And who is the Rockies best pitcher? And which Rox wil...

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Ep. 5 – The Walt Weiss in the Room from 2016-05-11T00:00

On The Rox is back in the janitor’s closet at Coors Field. But Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke are talking about the elephant in the room — Walt Weiss. He’s in a contract year. But there’s been no ...

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Ep. 4 — Puddle of Tears from 2016-04-28T00:00

On The Rox returns to get to the bottom of the Rockies’ suddenly shallow pitching depth after Jorge De La Rosa landed on the shelf. What’s next for the fearful five? Nick Groke and Patrick Saunders...

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Ep. 3 – First Pitch Jamboree from 2016-04-03T00:00

We kick off the 2016 season with a special edition of the On The Rox podcast, including one-on-one interviews with Rockies right-hander Christian Bergman and Arizona Republic reporter Nick Piecoro....

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Ep. 2 – Gray Daze from 2016-03-24T00:00

In episode two of the On The Rox podcast, Nick Groke and Patrick Saunders talk about Rockies right-hander Jon Gray, the pitching rotation to start the season, shortstop Trevor Story, the bullpen an...

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