Tag: Coors
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Germán Márquez contributes on mound and at plate in Rockies’ win over Padres
DENVER — An hour before the game, as a splattering of fans began to file into Coors Field, Germán Márquez stood alone in right field, in his own bubble. His last outing, when he gave up seven runs in four innings, was already out of his mind. He’s been through this twice this season already…
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Germán Márquez, with help from his own homer, leads Rockies to another road win
SAN DIEGO — Germán Márquez reached one career milestone earlier in the season when he made the All-Star game, pitching a clean inning in front of the hometown crowd. The Rockies already consider him their ace. Next, he wants to be a part of the conversation for one of the best pitchers in the league.…
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Diamondbacks beat Rockies, as Colorado’s road record drops to 6-33
Charlie Blackmon sat in the basement of Chase Field on Wednesday afternoon before the Rockies faced the Diamondbacks, eyes wide as he answered questions yet again about the Rockies’ performance on the road. Nothing has gone right for the team away from Coors this season, and the chances of them breaking the record for the…
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Trevor Story getting home run derby advice from Charlie Blackmon
Charlie Blackmon knows Coors Field better than just about anyone. And while he’ll probably be off fishing during the actual event, he’s making sure teammate Trevor Story is fully prepared for the home run derby Monday. The full list for the home run derby is set, and Story will face tough competition in Shohei Ohtani…
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Rockies’ GM Bill Schmidt on trade deadline; Gray and Sheffield placed on IL
DENVER — With eight weeks to go until the MLB trade deadline, interim Rockies general manager Bill Schmidt said he has already started getting calls from other teams. So far, Schmidt said there is nothing to report on potential moves. Both shortstop Trevor Story and starting pitcher Jon Gray will be free agents at the…
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Colorado Rockies come up empty on the road again, drop two to Mets
The Rockies came to New York on a mission to get their road offense back on track. It was a failed attempt. They won one of four games against the Mets, scoring just six total runs. They are now 3-20 on the road, and have been outscored 117-59. Their road record is tied for the…
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Mask mandate lifted for Colorado Rockies games at Coors Field
Beginning Friday, masks will no longer be required at Coors Field for Rockies games. Fans are still encouraged to wear them if they are not fully vaccinated. The Rockies have hosted multiple vaccine clinics both inside the stadium and directly outside. Other COVID-19 protocols, including limited capacity in elevators and social distancing markers for concession…
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Colorado Rockies drop fifth straight in first game of doubleheader to Padres
DENVER — There were just as many objects slammed on the ground as runs scored in Wednesday’s Game 1 for the Rockies. It was a symbol of how this season has been going for the Rockies, as emotions mount for a team that has lost five consecutive games. “I think anytime you lost a tough…
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Sports gambling: Two rookie running backs who could help you cash in on betting (and in fantasy football)
Snowfall in the Rockies may still be a real possibility, but football season will be here before sports betting locals realize. To help satisfy your insatiable appetite for action, and pigskin, FTN Bets reveals a pair of long-shot wagers that could score a windfall come year’s end. Fade or follow? That, as always, is entirely…
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MLB All-Star Game to be hosted by Colorado Rockies at Coors Field in July
The Major League Baseball All-Star Game will be hosted by the Colorado Rockies on July 13 at Coors Field, baseball officially announced Tuesday. The game was originally scheduled to take place in Atlanta, but was moved from the state after Georgia passed new laws critics say restricts voting access. “Major League Baseball is grateful to…