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As the Rockies kick off spring training with a close loss to the Diamondbacks, the spotlight is shining not only on the game itself but also on the promising prospects who are vying for their chance to shine this season. Cole Carrigg's versatility and RJ Petit's impressive start are just a few reasons to keep an eye on this youthful roster as they navigate a new era under Warren Schaeffer.
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Rockies prospect Carrigg to show off shortstop chops with Team Israel
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Team Israel’s need for a shortstop in the World Baseball Classic could have the domino effect of increasing the Major League appeal of Rockies No. 3 prospect Cole Carrigg.
The switch-hitting Carrigg, an athletic second-round pick in the 2023 MLB Draft out of San Diego State, spent
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Rule 5 pick Petit making good first impression this spring
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Rockies right-handed relief pitcher RJ Petit is in new surroundings, but he’s finding many similarities to his last team.
The Rockies selected Petit, the Rockies’ No. 26 prospect, from the Tigers in the Rule 5 Draft during the Winter Meetings. Petit has one of his instructors from
Purple Row
Purple Row After Dark: What are your thoughts on the ABS system?
This season, we will get our first official taste of the Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System (ABS) in Major League Baseball. It has been used in the minors, and was used in the Arizona Fall League the last few years, but will officially be making its MLB debut this year. Here’s the overview: each team has […]
Purple Row
Warren Schaeffer’s postgame comments on Rockies 3-2 loss
The Colorado Rockies lost their spring training opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-2. For more details, go here. We’re not yet to the point in the season where we’re doing game recaps, but we wanted to share manager Warren Schaeffer’s postgame comments. Here’s that Cole Carrigg triple: And here are Carrigg’s postgame comments as well […]
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Cole Carrigg showcases versatile skill set in Rockies' Cactus League opening loss
Colorado's No. 3 overall prospect according to MLB.com impressed both at the plate and in the field.
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Rockies manager offering veteran pitcher opportunity to reclaim spot in rotation
Warren Schaeffer is giving the Rockies pitcher who has been with the team longest a chance to get back into the rotation.
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