On The Rox

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' plan at designated hitter and closer for the 2022 season. Plus, expectations for right-hander German Marquez coming off an all-star year, predicting what the Rockies' City Connect jerseys will look like, and debating the merits of the California rule.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' array of roster moves during spring training. How does Colorado benefit from trading Raimel Tapia to the Blue Jays in exchange for slugging outfielder Randall Grichuk? What should fans think of the seven-year deal given to all-star Kris Bryant? What does Ryan McMahon's six-year contract extension say about GM Bill Schmidt's strategy? What's to make of Trevor Story signing with the Red Sox? Those questions are addressed, plus more analysis on free agency and spring training in a packed show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the end of the Major League Baseball lockout. What can fans expect from free agency now that the lockout's over? Will the Rockies make any major moves, and where will shortstop Trevor Story land? What are the details of amended spring training leading into Opening Day on April 8? Those questions are addressed and more in a packed edition of the show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the cancellation of MLB Opening Day as the lockout wiped out the first two series of the 2022 season. How many games will the Rockies and MLB lose before a new collective bargaining agreement is reached between the owners and the players association? Who is most to blame for baseball's latest black eye? What should fans think of the roles commissioner Rob Manfred and Rockies owner Dick Monfort have played in the lockout? How much will the lockout hurt baseball's already-dwindling fanbase and television viewership? These questions, and more, are addressed in a packed episode analyzing baseball's first labor-related work stoppage since 1994-95.

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. Is there any way the lockout could affect the regular season? What are the main issues at stake between the owners and the Major League Baseball Players Association? What will it take for both sides to compromise on a new collective bargaining agreement? These questions are addressed in a packed show, plus more baseball analysis on Rockies' top prospect Zac Veen as well as what Colorado should do in free agency once the lockout ends.

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. Patrick Saunders, Mark Kiszla and The Associated Press' Pat Graham offer analysis on their respective ballots. What players were the hardest decisions this year? Where does each voter stand on "steroid guys" and why? Does Todd Helton, now in his fourth year on the ballot, have a chance at eventually making Cooperstown? Plus, a debate on whether all Hall of Fame voters should be required to reveal their ballots and predictions on what players could be elected this year after none were elected in 2021.

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 stoppage in a quarter-century. Why is the lockout occurring? Could games be lost in 2022? Newman and Saunders discuss that topic, and also Jon Gray signing with the Rangers, Daniel Bard and Tyler Kinley re-signing with the Rockies, and the latest on Trevor Story's free agency.

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-hander Jon Gray and shortstop Trevor Story? What free agents could GM Bill Schmidt target? Could Ryan McMahon be Colorado's shortstop in 2022? What prospects should the Rockies protect in the Rule 5 Draft? Will there be a lockout this year? These questions, and more analysis, are addressed in a packed show.

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 discusses the emergence of former Rockies southpaw Tyler Matzek in the Braves' bullpen during their World Series run, and give their thoughts on Atlanta coaches Walt Weiss and Eric Young. Plus, analysis on the Rockies' recent coaching changes, Ryan McMahon's chances at winning the Gold Glove over Nolan Arenado and more.

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. What's to make of Colorado hiring Bill Schmidt as GM? How should fans rate the deals handed out to right-hander Antonio Senzatela and first baseman C.J. Cron? What's the latest update on Trevor Story's free agency forecast? Who needs to break out for the Rockies to contend in 2022? Those questions, plus analysis on Nolan Arenado's postseason struggles, are addressed and more.

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 spoiler against the Dodgers and Giants at Coors Field as those teams vie for the National League West crown? Plus, analysis on Trevor Story's LoDo swan song, how the Rockies' minor-league affiliates fared this year, breaking down the team's recent road surge, Larry Walker's number retirement this weekend and more analysis.

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-best 43 wins at Coors Field) but so bad on the road (MLB-worst 14 wins)? Plus, analysis on Colorado's upcoming road trip to Chicago, Los Angeles and Arlington, and what to make of right-hander Jon Gray's future with the Rockies.

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. Why didn't the Rockies trade all-star shortstop Trevor Story? What's to make of the club's trade to get back right-handed prospect Case Williams? How should fans feel about the club's identity after the deadline? Those questions, and more, are addressed.

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 shortstop Trevor Story is traded before the deadline, and same goes for right-hander Jon Gray? What are reasons to go out to Coors Field to see Colorado down the stretch of the season, considering the team isn't contention? Those questions, and more, are addressed.

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 takeaways from the derby, won again by Mets' slugger Pete Alonso? And what about the Midsummer Classic, where the American League won for an eighth straight time and Blue Jays phenom Vladimir Guerrero Jr. took home the MVP? Plus, commentary on the Play Ball Park, the all-star uniforms and the all-star weekend as a whole.

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 MLB record for lowest road winning percentage in a single season. Plus, commentary on interim general manager Bill Schmidt's candidacy for the permanent job as well as an update on the trade status of shortstop Trevor Story.

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 the favorite in Monday's derby, and how will Rockies shortstop Trevor Story fare? What are storylines to watch and locals to look out for heading into the all-star game? Those questions are addressed, plus much more analysis.

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. With St. Louis not faring much better than Colorado, when will Arenado get the postseason relevance he's been looking for? Plus, thoughts on German Marquez's one-hitter against the Pirates and the right-hander's recent stretch of dominance (3-0 with 0.39 ERA over his last three starts).

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 the club's all-time hit list. Will Chuck Nazty be on the Rockies' Mount Rushmore when it's all said and done? Plus, discussion on what interim GM Bill Schmidt should do at the trade deadline, and the potential return he needs to get back in exchange for shortstop Trevor Story.

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 contrasting play at home and on the road, injury updates regarding Trevor Story and Chris Owings, and breakdowns on right-handed relievers Daniel Bard and Yency Almonte.