Purple Row Newsletter: March 12-14, 2026

Here’s what we were interested in this week.

Let’s consider some (admittedly meaningless) spring training stats

The temptation is too great.

A projected Opening Day Roster for the Colorado Rockies

Let’s speculate!

Let’s talk about T. J. Rumfield

This week, the first baseman made his presence known

It’s a new day. Play ball!

Today we (finally!) have Colorado Rockies baseball.

Why did the Rockies sign Tomoyuki Sugano and Jose Quintana?

Adding pitching depth is only part of the answer.

What does the Rockies’ list of non-roster invites show?

It’s a hint of what’s coming.

Let’s talk about John Brebbia

What might the reliever bring to the Rockies’ bullpen?

Seven questions I hope are answered at Rockies Fest

The Rockies have been secretive about their plans. Perhaps, fans will get some clues this weekend.

Why did the Colorado Rockies trade for Jake McCarthy?

Apparently, the Rockies feel the need for speed.

Let’s talk about Michael Lorenzen

What might he bring to the rebuilding Colorado Rockies?

Let’s talk about Ramón Urías

Is he the utility infielder the Rockies are looking for?

Let’s talk about Troy Johnston

Could he be the Rockies’ 2026 first baseman?

For the Rockies, 2026 is about evaluation

What does he have to work with? Paul DePodesta is about to find out.

Colorado Rockies announce pitching staff

The times, they are a changin’ (fast).

What will the Colorado Rockies do at 1B?

Increasingly, it sounds like they intend to look outside the organization.

Why I’m feeling optimistic about the Rockies

The change has begun.

A few takeaways from the DePodesta-Schaeffer presser

The new Colorado Rockies are beginning to take shape.

Considering “Moneyball” and the Rockies’ outfielders

Perhaps Michael Lewis’ book provides a clue.

Some thoughts on Paul DePodesta’s first week

And we’re off.

The Colorado Rockies have (apparently) hired Paul DePodesta. Now what?

Let the speculation begin.

[Not Baseball] A Review of Jon Scott’s “Tom Petty and Me”

Scott’s book provides a behind-the-scenes look at the music industry and a 40-year friendship.

Considering the Colorado Rockies’ 2026 infield

The cupboard, as they say, is bare.

Colorado Rockies

An update on the Colorado Rockies rebuild

The shakeups continue at 20th and Blake