What I got right and wrong about the 2025 Rockies
There is considerably more of the latter than the former.
Renee Dechert
I write about baseball (mostly the Rockies and D-backs) for Purple Row. In addition, my writing has appeared on Just Baseball, Pitcher List, and other sites. (I’m also a college English teacher, but baseball is more interesting.)
It’s (past) time for the Rockies to clean house
This year has shown that little is working at 20th and Blake.
Kyle Karros Outtakes (with a Justin Turner Cameo)
The Rockies rookie third baseman reflects on becoming a big leaguer.
The Colorado Rockies’ grim outfield defense
It’s long been a challenge, but this year is especially bad.
Should the Colorado Rockies bring back Mickey Moniak?
They already have so many outfielders.
Warren Schaeffer has said he wants the Rockies to “play free,” but what does that mean?
It’s all about creating a positive learning environment.
Should the Rockies re-sign Germán Márquez?
Clearly, the Rockies will need pitching in 2026, but should they try to bring back their former ace?
Texas Rangers
Why, exactly, have the Rockies signed Blaine Crim?
It’s another move in a game of infield injuries Whac-A-Mole.
Colorado Rockies
Evaluating the Colorado Rockies after the trade deadline
How did they do? Opinions vary.
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Book Reviews
[Not Baseball] A Review of Mike Campbell’s “Heartbreaker: A Memoir”
It’s the best thing I’ve read — and listened to — in some time.
Baseball
Renee’s Baseball Web Directory & Blogroll
These are my go-to baseball sites.
Austin Gomber
What Might the Rockies Do at the Trade Deadline?
We’ll know soon enough.