Yesterday we watched the news unfold of tragedy at a major sporting event in was is traditionally a joyful day for the residents of Massachusetts. As Rockies fans, we have seen our fair share of tragedies strike in the Rockies heartland.
The upcoming release of the film 42 gave me inspiration (and an excuse) to write this piece, but it also speaks to more ways we are still learning from Jackie.
Why winning in April is very achievable, and why a losing record might bury the team
With the Rockies' 21st home opener coming up tomorrow, here's a look back at the first 20.
The spring training facilities at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick stands as one of Keli McGregor's greatest legacies. It adds a dimension to the fan experience for Rockies fans but - more importantly - introduces young fans to the team.
It's here. It's finally here.
Why April matters this year and why the Rockies can win the first month.
Another unbiased, 3rd party perspective on how good the Rockies really are....or y'know, aren't.
How to draft the team with the most extreme home park in baseball.
As a Major League Baseball Player, the most important decision you will ever have to make is what your walk-up song will be. Provided below are guidelines to help you not screw up this crucial choice.
Is there reason to believe the Rockies can contend?
Given the culture of pre-free agency contract extensions in baseball over the last few years, concerns over Nolan Arenado's future free agency should be put aside if the Rockies view him as their best 3B option for 2013.
The Rockies lack of starting pitching has been well documented. It's time to get over the Mike Hampton and Denny Neagle disaster and make a splash in free agency. Or the scary alternative? Trading away star talent.
The situation at the hot corner is not what has been in the past, and the Rockies' options there are emblematic of an issue throughout baseball.
Why not the playoffs in 2013?
I learned baseball from my dad. He died of cancer earlier this year and, in a strange way, the events that followed led me directly to writing for Purple Row and passing along his legacy of talking baseball.
Breaking down the Rockies' roster heading into the pivotal 2013 season.
A look at facial hair in baseball's past and present.
Analyzing another lineup option for the Rockies, one that creates chaos at the top of the order?
After what seems like the entire history of the franchise, Todd Helton may be playing his final year at first base for the Colorado Rockies. What is the outlook for the position going forward?
How "Sugar" and other great baseball films touch our souls, and how a movie about the greatest Rockies team ever might look.
The anatomy of a great baseball commercial
So what exactly do we have on our hands heading into 2013?
Tyler Colvin is 27 years old and likely about to enter his prime. Coming into his 4th season, he should be a starter.
From America's national pastime to the International stage: Why we should care about the WBC
When 'Dealin' Dan O'Dowd chose Brad Pitt, err Billy Beane to be his trade partner in 2008, there was concern that O'Dowd had no chance of gettting the better end of the deal with the Moneyball originator. Five years later, here's a quick review.
