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Thursday Rockpile: Huston Street wins closer role, Corpas velocity a concern
Troy Renck's sources say that Huston Street has nudged out Manny Corpas in the role of ninth inning reliever. The report does have some troubling news in two mph drop in the speed of Corpas' sinker. He's been effective this Spring even without the velo, but this will be something to watch going...
Saturday Rockpile: Joe Koshansky placed on waivers
The Denver Post reports that the Colorado Rockies have placed Joe Koshansky on waivers in order to open up a spot on the 40-man roster. <!-- BEGIN WIDGET --> Joe Koshansky #47 / First Base / Colorado Rockies Height: 6-4 Weight: 225 Bats: L Throws: L Born:...
Friday Rockpile: Growth and maturity for Fowler, Iannetta
Dexter Fowler believes hitting coach Don Baylor has helped him turn around his spring. Clint Hurdle praises Chris Iannetta's defensive improvements: "That package has tightened up," Hurdle said. "The footwork is clean; he's unloading the ball more efficiently. He's really harnessed that whole...
Wednesday Rockpile: Jeff Francis' status still uncertain; Troy Tulowitzki and leadership; Rockies' closer battle starts
As the spring schedule progresses, with everyone reporting tomorrow, my excitement for the upcoming season is growing ever stronger. It's my 21st birthday today, Rowbots, and what better way to celebrate this glorious day than with an early morning Rockpile? There's a lot of links to cover and so...
Wednesday Rockpile: Winter Meetings, Day Three
While a Willy Taveras-for-Tim Redding swap is dead, a deal for Tim Redding could still happen, according to Troy Renck, if the right player is found. One guy discussed was: <!-- BEGIN WIDGET --> Joe Koshansky #47 / First Base / Colorado Rockies Height:...
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