On The Rox

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders are joined by Pat Graham of the Associated Press and Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle to discuss the 2024 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot. Saunders, Graham and Slusser reveal their ballots, plus the four sportswriters discuss the Hall of Fame candidacies of various players. Will Todd Helton become the second Rockies player elected this year, joining Larry Walker? What makes Adrian Beltre a first-ballot slam dunk? What is the case for closer Billy Wagner and for infielder/outfielder Gary Sheffield in his final year on the ballot? Do second baseman Chase Utley and center fielder Andruw Jones deserve election? Plus, analyzing the "Big Hall" versus "Small Hall" philosophies and more analysis in a packed show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down topics pertaining to Colorado's second-half forecast. Can right-hander Peter Lambert capitalize on a second chance in the Rockies' tattered rotation? What deals should GM Bill Schmidt make ahead of the August 1 trade deadline? What's to make of the Rockies' offensive woes -- Colorado managed just two hits in its last game -- especially considering the club ranks 12th of 15 National League teams in homers? These questions are addressed and more analysis in a packed show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the ever-spiraling Rockies at the all-star break. The show includes discussion on Elias Diaz becoming the first all-star catcher in team history, the most surprising, most disappointing and best teams at midseason, and analysis on Futures Game participant and rising Rockies prospect Yanquiel Fernandez. Plus, who the Rockies might take at No. 9 overall in the first round of Sunday's MLB Draft in Seattle.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down what Colorado fans can expect from the second half of another lost season. What are the silver linings to look for? Should fans expect GM Bill Schmidt to make more moves following the trade of Mike Moustakas to the Angels? Was Colorado's 25-1 defeat to Los Angeles the nadir? Will this club reach 100 losses for the first time in franchise history? Plus, a special guest interview with right hander German Marquez from the Colorado clubhouse. The right-hander talks about his surgery, his comeback, his team option at the end of the season and more.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies who GM Bill Schmidt should consider trading ahead of the August 1 deadline. Plus, breaking down Kris Bryant's struggles in his second season as the top-paid player in LoDo and the promise of rookie shortstop Ezequiel Tovar in a packed show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies' recent surge following one of the worst Aprils in club history. What's to make of the Rockies' hot streak (eight wins in their last 10 games) and a 4-2 road trip that included series victories over the Mets and Pirates? How excited should Rockies fans be about rookie outfielder Brenton Doyle? How worried should they be about Antonio Senzatela's arm injury in his second start of the season? What are storylines to watch in the upcoming homestand against the Phillies and Reds? This questions are addressed and more in a packed show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast presented by BetSafe Colorado, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down Colorado's ugly start through the first 30 games as the Rockies are on pace for 108 losses. With German Marquez headed for Tommy John surgery, where does the spiraling Rockies rotation go from here? Has Marquez thrown his last pitch in a Rockies uniform? Could Peter Lambert get called up again soon? What are silver linings from the first rough month-plus? Those questions are addressed plus insight into a fan survey for an upcoming Denver Post takeout story on fan disinterest in the club this year.

In this packed edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders give their best-case and worst-case scenarios for the Rockies' 2023 season ahead of Thursday's Opening Day in San Diego. Will the Rockies have enough starting pitching depth to stay afloat? What can fans expect out of Kris Bryant after a lost debut season in LoDo last year? Does the bullpen have enough talent to hold up? These questions are addressed, plus much more analysis and predictions for Colorado's season.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders discuss observations from 2023 spring training in Scottsdale. What young prospects have stood out so far? Who can help prop up the Colorado bullpen in 2023? How is the Rockies' rotation shaping up early on, and what's to make of Kyle Freeland's assertion that the club "can't accept losing anymore"? What else has happened at Salt River Fields that fans need to know ahead of Saturday's Cactus League opener? Plus, a conversation with veteran closer Daniel Bard in a packed show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders preview 2023 Rockies spring training. Who are some new Rockies to keep tabs on in big-league camp? Who are the top prospects to watch at Salt River Fields? Why should Rockies fans be excited about spring training and the season after owner Dick Monfort said the club can "play .500 ball" this summer? Plus, a conversation with right-handed pitching prospect Case Williams (Douglas County High School) in a packed show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies a few weeks ahead of the start of spring training in Arizona. The duo talk about Todd Helton's near miss in the Class of 2023 for the National Baseball Hall of Fame, as the longtime Colorado first baseman came up 11 votes short of election. Plus, discussing the team's offseason signings (or lack thereof) and expectations for the 2023 Rockies. The show features special guest Ryan McMahon. The Rockies' third baseman talks about his 2022 season, the offseason and his hopes for this summer and more in a packed edition of the show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriter Kyle Newman moderates a discussion between three BBWAA voters on the 2023 National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot. Newman talks with Rockies beat writer Patrick Saunders, AP sportswriter Pat Graham and Cardinals beat writer Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch about the ballot. What is the Hall of Fame case for Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, and Cardinals/Phillies third baseman Scott Rolen? Will either player get in this year, or soon? Plus, all three voters discuss their philosophy when voting for the Hall of Fame, the hardest decisions on this year's ballot and more Cooperstown analysis in a packed show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the case for the Rockies' top two all-star candidates, first baseman C.J. Cron and right-hander Daniel Bard. Plus, discussion on the prospects representing the Rockies in the MLB Futures Game (outfielder Zac Veen and shortstop Ezequiel Tovar) and what Colorado should do at the August 2 trade deadline.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the state of the Rockies as the calendar turns to July. What's there to be optimistic about for last-place Colorado? What behind right-hander Chad Kuhl's success in 2022? What can Rockies fans expect from Kris Bryant, whose first year in LoDo has been marred by injury and a lack of production? Can third baseman Ryan McMahon get his hitting and his defense back on track? Those questions are addressed and more in a packed show.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman, Patrick Saunders and Sean Keeler break down the reeling Rockies, who have lost nine of their last 11 games entering Wednesday. Why does Colorado have such a hard time against the Giants and Dodgers? What do the Rockies need from Kris Bryant, who is scheduled to return from a back injury on Friday? Those questions are addressed and more, plus breaking down the state of the rotation (6.08 ERA over the last 11 games).

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down the Rockies as they head into a nine-game homestand. What went wrong during the 1-5 road trip to Arizona and San Francisco? Why are the Rockies playing such poor defense so far this year? What's the latest update on Kris Bryant's back injury, and what are the keys to bouncing back against the Royals, Giants and Mets during this homestand? Those questions are addressed and more.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down an array of topics as the Rockies embark on a road trip to Arizona and San Francisco. What's behind German Marquez's early struggles this year, and how can the right-hander turn it around? What are keys to success against the Diamondbacks and Giants over the next six games? When will Kris Bryant come off the injured list from his back injury? Those questions are addressed and more.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down an array of topics a couple weeks into the Rockies' season. What's to make of southpaw Kyle Freeland's five-year contract extension? Will second baseman Brendan Rodgers snap out of his early slump? Can first baseman C.J. Cron continue to be the team's premier power hitter? What does Colorado need to accomplish on its first true road trip of the season? These questions, and more, are addressed in a pack episode.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders break down Colorado's fast start to the 2022 season with series wins over the Dodgers and the Rangers. What's real and what's fake about Colorado's 4-1 record? Who on the roster is overachieving, and who is underachieving? How can the bullpen keep up the dominance it has displayed so far? What are key areas of improvement moving ahead into the season? Those questions are addressed and more, plus analysis on the upcoming homestand against the Cubs and Phillies.

In this edition of the On The Rox podcast, Denver Post sportswriters Kyle Newman and Patrick Saunders preview the Rockies' 30th opening day as Colorado takes on the Dodgers on Friday at Coors Field. Is the trio of Kyle Freeland, German Marquez and Antonio Senzatela ready to carry the pitching burden for the Rockies this series and all season? How will all-star left fielder Kris Bryant be received in his Rockies debut? What can fans expect out of center fielder Randal Grichuk? Those questions are addressed and more analysis, plus the duo breaks down 2022 predictions for the Rockies and all of MLB.