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The Rockies Insider with Patrick Lyons

Just Baseball Media

Patrick Lyons of Just Baseball has been on the Colorado Rockies' beat since 2018 and now he's hosting his very own podcast! Join Patrick every weekday for a deep dive into the Rockies, including player interviews, game analysis and so much more!

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26:02

Hunter Goodman makes MLB’s Top 100 list: More or less...

The Rockies Insider with Patrick Lyons ·

2026/01/30

Hunter Goodman had the greatest offensive season for a catcher in Colorado Rockies history last season. Other than Cal Raleigh, a case can be made that he was the second best at his position in 2025. So where did he rank on MLB's Top 100 list? Could we see more or less on this list with a good 2026?Charlie Condon and Ethan Holliday can be found on virtually every Top 100 Prospects list around the game. In what order are they appearing? How critical is Keith Law of Holliday's future position

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28:38

6 players, 3 new Rockies, 2 trades, all in 1 day! All...

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2026/01/29

It was a whirlwind day for the Rockies on Wednesday as the team made three notable transactions and two trades (which may end up three in a few days). Who did Colorado get from the New York Yankees and Minnesota Twins?The new front office cut ties with a pair of 23-year-olds with a lot of good baseball ahead of them. What do these moves signal for the future of the franchise? Should this be a positive sign or a troubling one?Plus, a platoon situation brewing at second base, a new Rockie with

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25:14

Rumors about Luis Arráez to Colorado heat up! Do...

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2026/01/28

Colorado is still without a first baseman for 2026. Despite one on the 40-man roster, another utility player who might fill the void and a top prospect being primed as the heir apparent, there's still a void for Opening Day and a potential disaster if nothing is done about it. Is Luis Arráez the savior in waiting for the Rockies? Do his numbers at Coors Field scare you away?Paul Goldschmidt, Rhys Hoskins, Nathaniel Lowe and Carlos Santana are the only other proven options at first base in free

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41:54

Kyle Freeland on his changes for 2026, potential for...

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2026/01/27

Kyle Freeland offered a lot of thoughts at the end of Rockies Fest 2026 when speaking with Denver media in press room beneath Coors Field. Why is there evidence that his changes for this season will be effective? What's the potential for Freeland becoming a free agent after 2026? And how excited is he about the new pitching coaches?Hunter Goodman and Jake McCarthy also had their share of thoughts on the Rockies future. Why does Goodman not want to forget the abysmal 119-loss season from 2025

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25:10

Rockies Fest 2026: Walker Monfort announces statues...

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2026/01/26

Rockies Fest 2026 was a good time for all 5,000 fanatics who showed up at Coors Field on Saturday despite the cold temperatures. The big news announced by Walker Monfort: Larry Walker and Todd Helton will receive statues to be unveiled this summer outside of Coors Field. What are the dates and what's the giveaway for those games?The Garage Sale at Rockies Fest is always a good time, and not just because of the incredible prices for all those in attendance. What was the weirdest item sold? And

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25:58

Another new addition to Colorado's front office,...

The Rockies Insider with Patrick Lyons ·

2026/01/22

Colorado continues to bolster their front office and pull itself from muck and mire of MLB's basement. Who's the latest addition? Does his track record suggest he could save the farm system?Bradley Blalock was designated for assignment to make room for Michael Lorenzen, the Rockies managed to earn themselves a pitching prospect in the end. With what NL club did the Rox strike a deal? And how good is this minor leaguer?Plus, Nolan Arenado rejects a trade to the Athletics, Cooperstown welcomes

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27:44

Will MLB’s new realignment plan force Colorado to...

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2026/01/21

Commissioner Rob Manfred offered some details about future realignment once Major League Baseball goes from 30 teams to 32 within the next decade. Up to now, all signs pointed to Colorado leaving a division that featured the Los Angeles Dodgers. Have new details changed the Rockies future?Dick Monfort has done well for himself within the commissioners office in recent years. If initial plans are to keep the Rockies and Dodgers together, could he use his power to force a change? Plus, the best

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25:00

How does DePodesta see 2026 for Colorado? What...

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2026/01/20

Paul DePodesta and Michael Lorenzen had a lot to say to Denver media regarding the 2026 season. Both sound ready for the challenges ahead of them. How does DePodesta see changes for this year's Spring Training? And what value does Lorenzen beyond the back of his baseball card?Ahead of Rockies Fest this Saturday, DePodesta discussed a summit of all the coaches, scouts and front office executives getting together for what sounds like a multi-day event to brainstorm solutions for 2026 and beyond

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56:50

Willi Castro the latest addition to the Colorado...

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2026/01/19

Willi Castro has reportedly signed a two-year deal with the Colorado Rockies for $12.8 million, just the first multi-year contract for the Denver franchise since Kris Bryant in 2022. Can the 2024 All-Star regain his form as one of the best utility players in MLB? Is he more likely to start on Opening Day at 2B or 3B?Bradley Blalock was DFA'd to make room for Michael Lorenzen's $8 million deal and another Rockie will be set to come off the 40-man once Castro's signing is official

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24:46

Todd Helton & Larry Walker headline Rockies Fest 2026...

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2026/01/15

Rockies Fest is exactly 10 days away and there's a lot you should know. Besides a pair of Hall of Famers (Larry Walker, Todd Helton), a few 2007 Rocktober heroes (Aaron Cook, Clint Barmes, Garrett Atkins) and former All-Stars (Charlie Blackmon, Ubaldo Jiménez), who else is expected to be at the biggest event of the winter? And what's so incredible about the Garage Sale?Coincidentally, we get news about the employment status of Bud Black and Bill Schmidt on the same day. What team will the

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25:08

Nolan Arenado is back - What does his return to the...

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2026/01/14

The St. Louis Cardinals have traded 3B Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks in the latest deal to dismantle their roster. How much money did the Cards deal to the Dbacks? Did the Snakes have to give up anything of value?Arenado being back in the NL West brings up a lot of interesting narratives. Could he and the Rockies patch things up eventually? Does the deal out of STL seal the deal for Nolan to go into Cooperstown with the C-R on his plaque?Plus, Warren Schaeffer adds another coach to his

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30:10

Who's the best on Colorado according FanGraphs...

The Rockies Insider with Patrick Lyons ·

2026/01/13

ZiPS may not project the Colorado Rockies to lose 119 games again, but it does have some interesting proposals for 2026. Are the likes of Ezequiel Tovar, Brenton Doyle and Hunter Goodman at the top of the list for best position players? If Kyle Freeland is clearly the best pitcher in purple, which minor leaguer is actually projected to be the 2nd best?Michael Toglia finally found a home this offseason and its with the Cincinnati Reds on a minor league deal. What does Big Mike need to do in order to

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25:35

Winter heats up! Rockies make a signing AND a trade -...

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2026/01/12

Colorado improves the starting rotation and acquires in a controllable outfielder with the tools perfect for their rebuild. What does Michael Lorenzen bring to the table for the Rockies? Does the Jake McCarthy acquisition signal the end of the Brenton Doyle era?The new front office is definitely approaching the offseason in a unique fashion. When was the last time the Rockies and Diamondbacks conducted a trade with one another?Plus, Alex Bregman makes the Chicago Cubs a powerhouse (and possibly

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26:58

What’s DePodesta’s plan now? Preparing for another...

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2026/01/08

POBO Paul DePodesta and GM Josh Byrnes offered their thoughts on the state of the Colorado Rockies in recent days with Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post and Thomas Harding of MLB.com. Is the starting rotation the no. 1 priority? Are the odds strong that Colorado will not be adding a free agent this offseason?Some of the comments made by the new front office sound a lot like the previous front office. Are things actually changing behind the scenes? And is the new front office ok with losing 119

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25:27

What are the odds Charlie Condon makes the Opening...

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2026/01/07

A quiet offseason suggests Colorado may give Charlie Condon the opportunity to become the Rockies first baseman on Opening Day 2026. What will manager Warren Schaeffer, POBO Paul DePodesta, GM Josh Byrnes and alike be looking for in the 22-year-old prospect? What are the odds it all comes to fruition?Ethan Holliday has only 18 games under his belt as a professional and a lot more bus rides in his future before making his MLB debut. But will the new front office approach their top prospect

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21:44

Ezequiel Tovar poised for MVP-caliber season in 2026?...

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2026/01/06

An injury-plagued 2025 has Ezequiel Tovar committed to being in the best shape of his life for 2026. How is Tovi approaching the upcoming season. Does playing for Team Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic have anything to do with it?Houston bolstered their rotation with Tatsuya Imai. But even the large-market Astros are thinking cautiously about their payroll. Can the Colorado Rockies help them with this? Might the rotation in Denver improve with a simple one-for-one trade involving their

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23:38

The saga between Kris Bryant, Nolan Arenado and...

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2026/01/05

A trio of third baseman in MLB continue to be linked in various ways through bad contracts, injuries and the Colorado Rockies. What's the latest with Anthony Rendon and the Los Angeles Angels? Could we see Nolan Arenado go back home to SoCal?Two players from NPB have signed with AL clubs: RHP Tatsuya Imai with the Houston Astros and 3B/1B Kaz Okamoto with the Toronto Blue Jays. What does this mean for the Jays and Bo Bichette? Are the odds strong that Imai opts out after one year with the

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26:21

Colorado's 2022 MLB Draft comes back to haunt them...

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2026/01/01

Colorado was aggressive during the 2020 MLB Draft when they bet against the odds by selecting a high school catcher in the first round. How unlikely should the Rockies have known the results would not work out? Would they have been better taking Tyler Soderstrom?The Athletics new ballpark in Las Vegas is scheduled to open in 2028. The history of new stadiums shows a lot of playoff teams and a handful of World Series winners. Could the A's actually add their name to the list in a few

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31:06

Freeland over Herget & Vodnik for top pitcher? Lowest...

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2025/12/31

No matter when you paid attention to the Colorado Rockies in 2025, you still managed to witness a lot of losses. Which was the worst L during the 119-loss campaign? Was drafting Ethan Holliday better than the improbable 17-16 comeback win over the Pirates?Kyle Freeland finished the year with a 4.98 ERA. That might feel like he'd be far from the conversation for the team's best pitcher in 2025, but he was selected the winner for the Ubaldo Jiménez Award. Why is his candidacy greater than two

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28:17

Why a Victor Vodnik trade makes more sense post-2026...

The Rockies Insider with Patrick Lyons ·

2025/12/30

The wild, wild west of technology will be a littler more mild in 2026 with MLB's latest decision to standardize usage in minor league ballparks around the country. How will this benefit the Colorado Rockies? Why is this bad for the sport of baseball? And is Dick Monfort at the center of this decision?Kazuma Okamoto is looking to sign with an MLB team before the January 4 deadline and the Rockies check off a lot of boxes for him. How many boxes does Okamoto check off for Colorado?Plus, a few

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