Colorado Rockies Trade Rumors

Rockies' steady reliever Belisle gets one-year extension
February 4
Denver Post
 
"When it comes to relievers, reliability is the best ability. Over the past few seasons, Matt Belisle has been among the Rockies' most consistent performers. The Rockies awarded the right-hander with a one-year contract extension Friday with a mutual option for 2014. Belisle, 31, went 10-4 last season with a 3.25 ERA in 72 innings. He is entering the final year of a two-year, $6.13 million deal. Over the last two years, the right-hander has been a stabilizing force in the bullpen, pitching multiple innings while working primarily as a setup man. He's appeared in 150 games the past two years, going 17-9 with a 3.07 ERA."
Mariners reportedly ink veteran righty Millwood
January 23
MLB.com
 
"Nine days after making the trade that cleared out Michael Pineda's spot in their starting rotation, the Mariners have apparently signed a possible replacement in veteran right-hander Kevin Millwood. News of an agreement between the Mariners and Millwood came via his own family, through a posting on Facebook by his sister Erika. It was subsequently confirmed by CBSSports.com's Jon Heyman, who reports that it is a Minor League deal with an invitation to Spring Training."
Rockies ship Slowey to Cleveland, push for 2B
January 21
Denver Post
 
"Kevin Slowey reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro this week but never pitched for the Rockies at 5,280 feet. The right-hander was shipped to the Cleveland Indians on Friday in exchange for reliever Zach Putnam without ever throwing a pitch for Colorado. With Slowey gone, the Rockies turned their attention to adding another second baseman. They talked with the Red Sox about Marco Scutaro, but the deal fizzled given the Rockies' lack of financial flexibility and Boston's reluctance to part with the veteran without another everyday shortstop option. The Rockies remain strongly interested in the Mets' Justin Turner, who is a more attainable target. As it stands, Chris Nelson, D.J. Le-"
Indians acquire Kevin Slowey to seemingly take rotation spot of Fausto Carmona
January 21
Cleveland Plain Dealer
 
"It sounds as if the Indians believe Fausto Carmona could be cooling his heels in the Dominican Republic for a long time. A couple of hours after Carmona was released from jail Friday in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, after his arrest Thursday for trying to obtain a visa under a false name, the Indians traded for right-hander Kevin Slowey to take Carmona's spot in the rotation. They didn't come out and say as much, but it's a conclusion that's easy to draw. The Indians acquired Slowey and a reported $1.25 million from the Rockies for right-hander Zach Putnam. Slowey was in the Twins' starting rotation for the past five years before being dealt to Colorado in December following a season"
Rockies ship Slowey to Cleveland, push for 2B
January 20
Denver Post
 
"Kevin Slowey reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro this week, but never pitched for the Rockies at 5,280 feet. The right-hander was shipped to the Indians today in exchange for reliever Zach Putnam without ever throwing a pitch for Colorado. With Slowey gone, the Rockies turned their attention to adding another second baseman. They talked with the Red Sox about Marco Scutaro, but the deal fizzled given the Rockies' lack of financial flexibility and Boston's reluctance to part with the veteran without another everyday shortstop option. The Rockies remain strongly interested in the Mets' Justin Turner, a more attainable target."
Moyer agrees to deal with Rockies
January 19
CSN Philly
 
"49-year-old pitcher Jamie Moyer has agreed to a minor league contract with the Colorado Rockies. The deal includes an invitation to the Rockies' major league spring training camp, where Moyer is expected to both compete for a roster spot and mentor the organization's young arms."
Rockies trade Smith to Oakland for two pitchers; offer deal to Jamie Moyer
January 17
Denver Post
 
"Seth Smith spent the winter in wonderland. On Monday, the questions and uncertainty ended. With the outfielder viewed as a luxury item after the signing of free agent Michael Cuddyer, the Rockies traded Smith to the Oakland Athletics for right-hander Guillermo Moscoso and left-hander Josh Outman?. The Rockies are also closing in on signing 49-year-old starter Jamie Moyer to a minor-league deal, while continuing to explore trades for a second baseman. Smith joins a battery of players jettisoned this winter — Huston Street, Ty Wigginton, Chris Iannetta and Ian Stewart — as the Rockies continue to add pitchers and deliberately change the clubhouse mix."
Rangers acquire RHP Greg Reynolds from Rockies
January 6
Dallas Morning News
 
"The Texas Rangers have acquired right-handed pitcher Greg Reynolds from Colorado in exchange for infielder Chad Tracy. Reynolds has been assigned to Round Rock (AAA). Reynolds, 26, was selected second overall by Colorado in the 2006 MLB first-year player draft. He had five separate stints in the majors last season, going 3-0 with a 6.19 ERA in 13 games for Colorado. He spent the rest of the season at Colorado Springs (AAA), going 6-7 with a 6.81 ERA in 19 games/starts."
Rockies source says Cody Ross rumors "absolutely not true"
December 29
Denver Post
 
"'Tis the season for speculation and rumors in baseball. One that popped up in recent days has the Rockies involved in contract talks with free agent outfielder Cody Ross. The idea intrigued me. With Troy Renck, our Rockies beat writer, on vacation, I decided to find out for myself. So I asked around making some calls to contacts I had when I worked the beat. Here's what I found. An excellent Rockies source said: "There is absolutely no truth to the Cody Ross stories. The Rockies have always liked Cody as a player but we have no fit at all in our outfield.""
Source: Mets eyeing Young Jr.
December 20
ESPN.com
 
"The Mets have expressed interest in Colorado Rockies outfielder/second baseman Eric Young Jr., a major league source told ESPNNewYork.com. Sending Justin Turner to Colorado might get the potential deal done, the source added."
Christmas wish list for Rockies
December 18
Denver Post
 columnist Troy E. Renck
"Michael Cuddyer? is a heck of a stocking stuffer. No longer haunted by ghosts of free agents past, the Rockies finally splurged. Cuddyer's walk-up song should be the Lexus jingle, his batting helmet equipped with a giant red bow. Cuddyer helps the Rockies on multiple levels. The 32-year-old brings the right-handed bat the Rockies have been seeking since last December's trade for Michael Young fizzled. He provides protection for all-star Troy Tulowitzki? and likely will hit fifth. He deepens the lineup and gives the clubhouse a veteran leader with playoff experience. Cuddyer can play a corner outfield spot, likely right field, and fill in at first base, where he could eventually take over"
Rockies favorite to land Cuddyer, their primary target
December 16
Denver Post
 
"With their best and final offer on the table, the Rockies were growing increasingly confident Thursday night that they would land free-agent outfielder Michael Cuddyer. The Rockies have extended themselves as far as they will go — believed to be three years and $27 million — in an attempt to land their first big-ticket free agent since 2000. Cuddyer was weighing interest from Philadelphia and Seattle, but Colorado is considered the strong favorite. The Rockies' interest in Cuddyer began at season's end. The aggressive pursuit began a week ago when general manager Dan O'Dowd cleared $9 million off the year's payroll in trades of reliever Huston Street? and third baseman Ian Stewart. O'Dowd,"
Rockies, Cards, Jays among those in on Beltran
December 14
CBSSports.com
 
"The market for Carlos Beltran is heating up, with at least five clubs and possibly more seriously talking with the free agent outfielder. Among them, according to sources: The Toronto Blue Jays, St. Louis Cardinals and, as CBSSports.com's Jon Heyman reported earlier Tuesday, the Colorado Rockies. At least two other unidentified clubs are said to be engaged in talks with Beltran, with most of the clubs talking multi-year deals. The Blue Jays' emergence as one of the clubs is noteworthy in that Toronto is in rebuilding mode and general manager Alex Anthopoulos has made several moves this offseason already, notably acquiring outfielder Ben Francisco from the Phillies, closer Sergio Santos"
Rockies making a push for Beltran
December 13
CBSSports.com
 
"The Colorado Rockies, a surprise player for top free agents, are making a push for star outfielder Carlos Beltran. The Rockies would like to sign either Beltran or Michael Cuddyer for the outfield. Colorado has competition for Cuddyer, who was offered $25 million over three years by the incumbent Twins. Minnesota is still hoping to re-sign Cuddyer. Beltran's market has been something of a mystery, but it is believed Colorado would go two years to add him to the middle of their lineup, where he'd combine with Troy Tulowitzki and Carlos Gonzalez."
Cubs acquire Stewart from Rockies in 4-player deal
December 9
Chicago Tribune
 
"The Cubs have acquired third baseman Ian Stewart and right-hander Casey Weathers from the Rockies in exchange for Tyler Colvin and DJ LeMahieu. Stewart, a career .236 hitter, will fill the void at third base, while Weathers will compete for a bullpen spot but is likely to start out in Double-A or Triple-A. Colvin, a former first-round pick, was made available after the signing of David DeJesus. LeMahieu was not in the picture for a roster spot in 2012."
Rockies in mix for free agent OF Michael Cuddyer
December 8
Denver Post
 
"The Rockies' willingness to consider a three-year deal for Michael Cuddyer has made them a serious suitor for the free-agent outfielder. Cuddyer is already sitting on a reported three-year, $25-million offer from the Twins, his existing club. The Rockies' trade of reliever Huston Street on Wednesday, which freed up $7 million for this year's payroll, has left them in position to be more aggressive with free-agent targets, namely Cuddyer and pitcher Hiroki Kuroda?. General manager Dan O'Dowd has long identified Cuddyer as a good fit for the Rockies, citing his right-handed power and presence in the clubhouse. He confirmed the club's interest again today, but declined to talk about specifics"
Sources: Cubs continue Stewart talks
December 7
ESPN.com
 
"The Chicago Cubs and Colorado Rockies have continued to talk trade over the last week about third baseman Ian Stewart, according to sources familiar with the situation. During their week of discussions the teams have gone back and forth exchanging possible names in return for the 26-year-old Stewart. Originally, Cubs utilityman Blake DeWitt had been discussed. More recently outfielder Tyler Colvin and infielder DJ LeMahieu have been brought into the discussions."
Padres close to trading for Huston Street
December 7
CBSSports.com
 
"The San Diego Padres are very close to acquiring closer Huston Street from the Rockies in a trade, CBSSports.com's Danny Knobler has learned. Knobler reports the deal is "basically done" and that it will be for a player to be named later. The move marks a salary dump for the Rockies, as the Padres will pay Street's $7.5 million in 2012. The biggest factor in the Rockies making this move was clearing salary to go after starting pitching, Scott Miller of CBSSports.com notes. Just to throw a name out there, the Rockies were said to be interested in free agent Roy Oswalt earlier this offseason."
Rockies acquire starting pitcher Kevin Slowey from Twins
December 6
Denver Post
 
"Looking to create more options and add experience, the Rockies acquired starter Kevin Slowey today from the Twins in exchange for a player to be named later following Thursday's Rule V draft. Slowey, who has a reputation as a strike thrower, will compete for a rotation spot, potentially buying more time for some of the Rockies' young starters to develop. Slowey, 27, went 0-8 with a 6.67 ERA last season, his first struggles at the big league level. In the previous three years, he reached double figures in victories every season, including 13 in 2010."
Oswalt out, but Kuroda in sights
December 3
Denver Post
 
"The Rockies are out on Roy Oswalt?, but not out of the running for a veteran starter to stabilize the rotation. They have quietly pursued free-agent right-hander Hiroki Kuroda, believing they have a decent shot based on preliminary conversations. Kuroda fits the profile Colorado has been seeking since the final out in September. He eats innings, averaging 199 over the past two seasons. He's capable of anchoring a rotation and has a strong work ethic, an important trait given the staff could include three impressionable rookies (Drew Pomeranz, Alex White and Tyler Chatwood). Kuroda will be 37 on Feb. 10. He has attracted interest from 10 teams, including nearly the entire National League"
Stewart on trade block, but DeWitt not right fit
December 3
Denver Post
 
"It has been said about Colorado weather, if you don't like it, wait 15 minutes. The same applies to baseball's hot stove. Trade talks, to the say the least, are fluid situations. While the Rockies have explored trading third baseman Ian Stewart, a source said today that the Rockies still think highly enough of Stewart that they would not consider a deal for the Cubs' Blake Dewitt. The Cubs have interest in Stewart, and made DeWitt available. Colorado is seeking more in return than a utilityman, preferring someone along the lines of outfielder Tyler Colvin, or a minor-league pitching prospect. Stewart, 26, is an interesting case because of his past and potential. Industry insiders have"
Astros interview Cardinals' Luhnow, Rockies' Geivett for GM job
December 3
Houston Chronicle
 
"The Astros are two candidates into their search for a new general manager with their emphasis on building from the ground floor at the forefront. St. Louis Cardinals vice president of player procurement Jeff Luhnow and Colorado Rockies assistant GM Bill Geivett interviewed for the job, according to a person with knowledge of that process. Luhnow's position is an amateur scouting role and his previous experience with the club has included a reign over the farm system. Geivett's job description includes oversight of scouting and player development. The Astros have made no public comments, but that type of candidate fits with their stated mission in launching their search to replace fired"
Rockies' Eliezer Alfonzo only MLB player to test positive for PEDs
December 2
Denver Post
 
"The number of drug tests conducted by Major League Baseball rose 3 percent in the past year, when Rockies catcher Eliezer Alfonzo? was the only big-leaguer suspended for using a performance-enhancing substance. Alfonzo was banned for 100 games and there was just one positive for PEDs among 3,868 tests, according to the annual report issued Thursday by Dr. Bryan Smith, the independent administrator for baseball's drug program. The positive test was for methenolone, which is contained in steroids sold under the brand name Primobolan."
Ramon Hernandez signs with Rockies, Reds will get a supplemental pick in the draft
December 1
Cincinnati Enquirer
 
"Catcher Ramon Hernandez agreed to a two-year, $6.5 million deal with the Colorado Rockies Wednesday night, according to multiple reports. The Reds will get a supplemental first-round pick in the 2012 MLB Draft because Hernandez is leaving as a free agent. This was directly affected by the new Collective Bargaining Agreement. Shortly after the CBA was announced, Hernandez's status was changed from a Type A free agent to Type B. That meant the Reds would get a pick for him without offering arbitration. I don't think there was any chance the Reds would have offered him arb because he likely would have accepted. He probably would have gotten $4 or $5 million for one year under arbitration."
Rockies trade Iannetta to Angels for young starting right-hander
December 1
Denver Post
 
"It was one of those lonely moments late in September, the Rockies long a stranger to relevance. Chris Iannetta looked around the clubhouse and predicted there would be several new faces next spring as management looked to acquire pitching. Wednesday, he became the latest asset used to rebuild the rotation, traded to the Angels for 21-year-old starter Tyler Chatwood. The deal came together quickly after the Rockies agreed on a two-year, $6.4 million contract with free agent Ramon Hernandez? to assume starting catching duties. Chatwood, a right-hander, dives into the pool of starting rotation candidates after going 6-11 with a 4.74 ERA with the Angels last season."
Rockies' Iannetta on trading block; Prado on radar
November 30
Denver Post
 
"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."
Phillies trade for utility man Wigginton
November 21
CSN Philly
 
"The Phillies continued to change the look of their bench by acquiring versatile Ty Wigginton from the Colorado Rockies for a player to be named later or cash on Sunday. Wigginton, 34, bats right-handed and plays infield and outfield. He joins Jim Thome as additions to the bench this off-season. "I like three things about him," general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said. "I like his makeup. I like that he fits our club in that he can play first base and third base. And I like that he gives us another guy with power off the bench. We had been looking to add depth to our bench.""
Jays check out Huston Street
November 16
Toronto Sun
 
"It's not as if the Blue Jays can find an established closer on any street corner. Well, maybe a Street in Huston. The Jays have spoken to the Colorado Rockies about closer Huston Street. Street, 27, converted 29 of 33 (88%) save chances this season for the Rockies. He was 1-4 with a 3.86 ERA, walking only nine men and fanning 55 in 58 1/3 innings. Next season Street will earn $7.5 million U.S. He has a player option of $9 million for 2013, which he can walk away from. If the team decides to buy out Street there is a $500,000 buyout. Street, a former first rounder, was selected 40th over all in 2004 — eight picks after the Jays chose lefty Zach Jackson with their second first-round pick"
Rockies one of many teams chasing Sizemore
November 15
MLB.com
 
"The Rockies are among the teams gathering medical information on outfielder Grady Sizemore, a three-time All-Star with the Indians before he was slowed by injuries. Sizemore, 29, underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Oct. 3 to promote healing from a bone bruise that he attempted to play through during the season. Sizemore also underwent microfracture surgery on his left knee after the 2009 season. Sizemore's agent, Joe Urbon, said Tuesday that the prognosis is good. "Grady is on schedule to be ready at the start of Spring Training," Urbon said. "He has been working out every day since his Oct. 3 arthroscopy and will be ready to be in the Opening Day lineup next season.""
Rockies look more aggressive in offseason market
November 13
Denver Post
 columnist Troy E. Renck
"It is often in a loss that a team reveals what it will do to win. The Rockies were as aggressive as anyone in pursuing free-agent infielder Jamey Carroll?. They wanted him for the clubhouse, for the lineup and for second base. He signed a two-year, $7 million deal with Minnesota where, at 37, he will be the Twins' starting shortstop. What's interesting is how much the Rockies were willing to do. According to a source with direct knowledge of the Rockies' talks, the team offered Carroll a multiyear deal. Was it one season plus a player or mutual option? A straight two-year contract? That's uncertain, but it provides a glimpse that Colorado has more flexibility than originally believed. It's"
Rockies show an interest in Sizemore
November 12
Denver Post
 
"The Rockies continue to cast a wide net as they attempt to ramp up their offense, expressing interest in free-agent outfielder Grady Sizemore. Sizemore, who has spent his entire career with the Indians, is one of the most intriguing names on the market, a high- risk, high-reward player because of his injury history. Looking to improve their lineup, the Rockies recently initiated trade talks with Atlanta regarding second baseman Martin Prado?. Colorado isn't expected to move forward aggressively on Sizemore until exhausting its options on Prado. Atlanta is seeking outfield help, and has interest in the Rockies' Seth Smith?. Moving him could create a spot for the left-handed hitting"
Ian Stewart remains a possibility at third base for Rockies
November 9
Denver Post
 
"The Rockies have a number of directions they can pursue to address third base, an offensive sinkhole last season. While a trade cannot be ruled out — the top targets, Kevin Youkilis of the Red Sox and David Wright of the Mets, are longshots for now — there's a possibility that money will be allocated for second base with third base filled internally. Under that scenario, Ian Stewart would remain part of the equation, possibly in a platoon with Jordan Pacheco or Chris Nelson. Before the left-handed hitting Stewart can even think about recovering from last year's failure — no home runs and six RBIs in 136 plate appearances — he must get healthy. His sprained left wrist has healed"
Jamey Carroll with Rockies? That's tough choice to make
November 6
Denver Post
 columnist Troy E. Renck
"Creativity and flexibility remain critical to fixing the Rockies. Yes, the drywall cracked in the clubhouse, leaving no doubt that the culture must change. Team-first over me-first. Got it. But even with the right attitude, the Rockies need the right players. The current group isn't good enough to contend. Let's say, for argument's sake, Jorge De La Rosa and Juan Nicasio defy conventional wisdom and return at a high level. The Rockies still would require an innings-guzzling starter and multiple lineup fixes. OK, start with the offense. The Rockies have expressed interest in free-agent second baseman Jamey Carroll?. He was a pillar on the 2007 playoff team, and would help with the attitude"
Moyer primed for comeback at 49
November 4
Foxsports.com
 
"Forget comeback player of the year. Jamie Moyer might become the comeback player of the half-century. Moyer, who turns 49 later this month, is a free agent and has thrown for scouts twice recently, including Thursday in San Diego. So far, the left-hander is getting rave reviews. "Same as he's been for the past 15 years — as incredible as that may sound," one veteran scout said. "He has a chance to pitch in the big leagues as a fifth starter and win 10 or 12 games. He's throwing 81 to 83 miles an hour, but he still knows how to make you look like an idiot. He doesn't need the money. But I think he has that fire burning in his belly." Another scout observed: "It was amazing. He looked as"
NL errs by omitting Rockies' Carlos Gonzalez from Gold Glove finalists
November 1
Denver Post
 
"Yeah, yeah, yeah, so Kim Kardashian is getting divorced before the catering bill arrives. Can we please get to Monday's really big news? The Rockies' Carlos Gonzalez wasn't named a finalist for the Gold Glove in left field. No, we're not making this up. CarGo apparently didn't scale enough walls, steal enough doubles or throw out enough runners to qualify for consideration for his second Gold Glove in two years. Matt Holliday? He was last seen dropping a popup in the World Series, but he's one of the three finalists for tonight's awards show on ESPN2. The others: Milwaukee's Ryan Braun?, whose defensive issues at third base prompted the Brewers to move him to left, and Arizona's Gerardo"
Rockies decline $11 million option on Aaron Cook
November 1
Denver Post
 
"Aaron Cook, the winningest pitcher in the Rockies' history, has left the building, but he could return. Cook hit the free-agent market Monday after the Rockies, as expected, declined his $11 million option for 2012. He instead will receive a $500,000 buyout. While Cook has severed ties with the organization, Rockies general manager Dan O'Dowd has told him that the club is open to him returning at a significantly reduced salary. And make no doubt, Cook wants to stay."
Rockies, Giambi near agreement on option for 2012 season
October 29
Denver Post
 
"After surveying the landscape, Jason Giambi seems set to return to the Rockies next season when he exercises the mutual option on his $1 million contract. He doesn't have to officially make a decision until Monday, with the club facing a Wednesday deadline to pick up his contract. But it's likely there will be a joint announcement Monday given Giambi's thinking and the Rockies' desire to bring him back. As Todd Helton's backup, Giambi hit .260 with 13 home runs and 32 RBIs in 131 at-bats in 2011. The slugger, who hit a home run once every 10 at-bats against right-handed pitchers, weighed becoming a free agent given the interest in him by the Phillies and Rays, among others, last year. But"
Rockies increase season ticket prices for first time in four years
October 21
Denver Post
 
"For the first time in four years, the Rockies are raising season-ticket prices, while offering to protect current ticket holders at last year's rate if they renew by a winter deadline. The Rockies logged a 73-88 record last season, a "performance that did not meet Your expectations. I offer no excuses, just a commitment to play the game better," owner Dick Monfort wrote in a letter this week to season-ticket holders outlining the new pricing structure. The highest increase is 8 percent for lower reserve outfield ($11 to $12 per game), followed by 7 percent for club level infield seats ($38 to $41). The smallest spike is 3 percent for outfield box seats. There is no increase on four"
Could the Mariners unload Chone Figgins on the Rockies?
October 6
Seattle Post-Intelligencer
 
"The Colorado Rockies reportedly are outrighting third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff and will be in the market this offseason for a new glove at the hot corner. There's plenty of speculation about which players the Rockies might pursue, with the New York Mets' David Wright at the top of the list. Other potential targets, according to Troy Renck of The Denver Post, include Kevin Youkilis of the Boston Red Sox, the San Diego Padres' Chase Headley? and the Pittsburgh Pirates' Pedro Alvarez. But Jason Churchill of ESPN Rumor Central (subscription) and Prospect Insider, suggests the Rockies could go a cheaper route – trade for Mariners outcast Chone Figgins."
Rockies: Opportunity awaits at third base
October 5
Denver Post
 
"ne minute into the first spring training game, Ian Stewart raced down the left-field foul line for a popup. He never lost sight of the ball and never saw outfielder Carlos Gonzalez bearing down on him. Stewart was in a hurry. The players collided, and Stewart suffered a right knee injury. Suddenly, his fast track to stardom hit the brakes. Stewart never regained traction, undermined by injuries and confusion at the plate. His zero home runs remain a scarlet letter in a Rockies' season stained by disappointment. "I thought I was ready when the year started, but I don't think I was. I came up and didn't do anything," Stewart said. "It just steamrolled.""
Rockies will retain Bob Apodaca, Carney Lansford and the rest of their coaching staff
September 28
Denver Post
 
"After the most disappointing season in Rockies' history, manager Jim Tracy chose stability, bringing back the entire coaching staff as he enters the final year of his contract. And that sets the stage where the same voices have to create different results. "To fire guys would be taking the easy way out. It's one thing if we had repeated failure with this group," Tracy said. "We have had success, and we will again. I believe in them." Even players were surprised that there was no turnover. The Rockies entered Tuesday with a 72-88 record, including a 55-80 mark since May 1. They rank next-to-last in the NL in team ERA, ahead of only the rebuilding Astros. And they are hitting .243 with"
Carlos Gonzalez set for wrist exam, probably done for season
September 25
Denver Post
 
"The right side of his mouth swollen from a wisdom tooth extraction, his right wrist in a brace, Carlos Gonzalez looked like he lost a fight with an airbag. "I have felt better," he said with a smile. After rejoining the Rockies on Saturday, Gonzalez admitted that he doesn't expect to be able to play again this season. He will have the bone bruise and inflamed tendons in his wrist examined by San Francisco 49ers? team doctor Tim McAdams on Monday. It is considered a precaution. "We just want to make sure we are doing everything we can before we send him out for the offseason," Rockies head trainer Keith Dugger said."
Jason Giambi eager to return to Rockies in 2012
September 4
Denver Post
 
"For starters, first base isn't the problem in the Rockies' disappointing season. Jason Giambi? and Todd Helton? have combined for 26 home runs, 32 doubles and 96 RBIs. Helton is under contract for next season, and Giambi said Saturday he would like to return as well. The Rockies hold a mutual option for $1 million on Giambi, with a $150,000 buyout for next season. "They know I want to be back here," Giambi said."
Rockies prospect Parker has solid season with Tourists
September 3
Denver Post
 
"With all the turmoil in the pitching department in the Rockies' organization this season, the work of outfielder Kyle Parker was lost in the commotion. While some of the top pitching prospects have had disappointing seasons, Parker lived up to the billing of a first-round draft pick. The former Clemson University quarterback put together a solid season with the Single-A Asheville Tourists. The numbers that catch the eyes of player development people are 21 home runs, 94 RBIs and 124 hits as the season heads into the final weekend. On the other side, Parker struck out 128 times in 115 games in his first full season of professional baseball. Asheville manager Joe Mikulik? rates Parker a"
Rockies could find pitching help in Wandy Rodriguez
August 24
Denver Post
 columnist Mark Kiszla
"The Rockies' search for starting pitching is so desperate it has turned into a $36 million game of blind man's bluff for general manager Dan O'Dowd. Oh, Wandy. Can a 32-year-old southpaw named Wandy Rodriguez become the staff ace for Colorado that Ubaldo Jimenez? ultimately failed to be? Colorado made a huge bet Tuesday to find out, putting in a waiver claim on Rodriguez, whose career record with Houston is 71-73. "He's a gritty little competitor," Rockies manager Jim Tracy said, when asked for a thumbnail scouting report on Rodriguez. Should Houston call O'Dowd's bluff and let Rodriguez go, the traditionally frugal Rockies would be stuck with $36 million owed on his contract through 2014."
Wandy claimed, reportedly by Rockies
August 23
MLB.com
 
"Astros left-hander Wandy Rodriguez was claimed off waivers Tuesday, a person familiar with the situation confirmed to MLB.com. The Astros and the claiming team -- the Colorado Rockies, according to FOXsports.com's Ken Rosenthal -- have 48 hours to work out a deal, or they could let him go to Colorado in exchange for a $20,000 waiver claim. Houston could also pull him back from waivers. If the Astros pull Rodriguez back, he'll remain on the roster for the rest of the season. Rodriguez is scheduled to pitch against the Rockies in Wednesday's series finale at Coors Field."
Rockies release farmhand Mike Jacobs after positive HGH test
August 19
Denver Post
 
"Mike Jacobs wanted to be remembered by people around the baseball world and, unfortunately, he succeeded. "I'm trying to show baseball people that I don't belong in Triple- A," Jacobs told The Denver Post last week. "There are times when you think you've been forgotten. I want an opportunity to be remembered — if not with the Rockies, with another big-league team." Jacobs will be remembered, all right. He'll be remembered as the first ballplayer ever suspended for testing positive for human growth hormone. On Thursday, Jacobs was suspended for 50 games by Major League Baseball, prompting his immediate release by the Rockies. Jacobs, a first baseman with 100 major-league home runs on his"
Rockies expect to sign first-round pick Tyler Anderson before deadline
August 15
Denver Post
 
"If Sunday showed anything, it's that the Rockies need more pitching depth. The signing deadline for draft picks is 10 p.m. The Rockies are expected to sign left-handed pitcher Tyler Anderson, the 20th pick overall. He's expected to come in slightly above slot money, with a bonus around $1.7 million. Anderson was the ace of the University of Oregon's staff and would immediately become one of the Rockies' top pitching prospects, joining recently acquired Drew Pomeranz and Alex White."
Street still sore, hoping to avoid placement on DL
August 12
Denver Post
 
"Huston Street played catch at 120 feet Thursday, but lingering soreness in his right triceps could land him on the disabled list. The Rockies' closer will play catch again today in St. Louis, after which a decision on his status is anticipated. Colorado will activate Jason Giambi? for the series, likely at the expense of a reliever. Street would not be the first choice, but if he remains unavailable, extended rest might be required for his arm to heal. "We will know more (today)," Street said. Street has experienced a strange season. He has converted 29-of-32 saves but allowed 10 home runs. He required just 12 pitches in an easy save on Monday, but in his previous three appearances he"