"The Rockies' desire for a nip-and-tuck makeover tilting toward a roster shakeup is reflected in their aggressiveness in trade discussions with other teams.

With the winter meetings approaching next week, the Rockies remain hopeful of finding common ground with Atlanta on infielder Martin Prado?, while casting nets in all directions for starting pitching.

In talks with the Angels, the Rockies offered catcher Chris Iannetta, asking for 21-year-old pitcher Tyler Chatwood, who was 6-11 with the Angels last season. Rival executives said Colorado is seeking multiple players in return for Iannetta, including at least one big-leaguer."