Charlie Condon struggled in the minor leagues last season, but Rockies GM Bill Schmidt revealed that the first round pick had been dealing with a bruised thumb.

Rockies general manager Bill Schmidt spoke with reporters at the “Rockies Fest” fan event this weekend, addressing such topics as the health of several notable Colorado players.

Colorado Rockies manager Bud Black explained how people around baseball reacted to the Los Angeles Dodgers' spending spree.

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - What a weekend it was, for Evansville Aces grad, Kyle Freeland. UE baseball’s former pitching “ace”, was back in town for Saturday’s night of memories, and on Friday, he and his wife, Ashley, helped break ground, on the construction, of UE baseball’s new clubhouse.

Most critics and sportsbooks are again projecting the Rockies to be as bad as they were in 2023 (club-record 103 losses) and 2024 (101 losses). Competing for a spot in the playoffs, which Colorado last made in 2018, is still considered a longshot.

Impossible. They make everything difficult. Their plan is not easy to follow because it lacks transparency if not talent. When they talk about their starting rotation it sounds like a warning to a health care provider. And their optimism does not track because it is delusional.

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Charlie Blackmon will assist GM Bill Schmidt in all facets of baseball operations, the team announced Saturday. Blackmon retired last season after 14 seasons with the Rockies.

Former Colorado Rockies star Charlie Blackmon was named special assistant to general manager Bill Schmidt on Saturday.

The New York Yankees should be exploring all options for their infield. This veteran from the Colorado Rockies could be the upgrade they need at third base.