Tag: Ian Desmond
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Colorado Rockies make decision on Ian Desmond, who’s opted out of past 2 seasons
The Colorado Rockies have declined the $15 million option on Ian Desmond’s contract and instead will pay him a $2 million buyout, according to a report from MLB Network. Desmond, 36, signed a five-year deal with the Rockies in 2016 but has opted out of the past two seasons, in order to spend more time…
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Bill Schmidt named the Colorado Rockies interim general manager
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Bill Schmidt was named Colorado Rockies interim general manager, the team announced Monday. Schmidt has been with the team since 1999, and has been the vice president of scouting since 2007. He’s replacing Jeff Bridich, who stepped down April 26 after seven years in the position. A search will be conducted after the season for…
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Colorado Rockies 2021: Offseason timeline included major COVID-19 announcement, Nolan Arenado trade
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Offseason happenings for the Colorado Rockies Sept. 27 – Sam Hilliard struck out swinging on a full-count pitch from Arizona’s Riley Smith, finishing off an 11-3 loss at Chase Field that closed the 60-game season for the Rockies. The eight-run loss dropped Colorado to a season-low eight games under .500 (26-34) after it had started…
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Colorado Rockies 2021: Get to know the projected opening day roster
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The Rockies open the 2021 season Thursday at Coors Field, where they will play in front of fans for the first time since 2019. Get to know the projected opening day roster. Catcher Elías Díaz: He will take the place of Tony Wolters, who was nontendered by the Rockies in December. In his first season…