Colorado Rockies The Colorado Rockies are a baseball team based in Denver, Colorado. Established in 1993, the franchise plays in the West Division of the National League. The team is named after the Rocky Mountains, which pass through Colorado, just west of Denver. The Rockies play their home games at Coors Field in downtown Denver. Following multiple losing seasons, the Rockies won the National League Pennant for the first time in franchise history during the 2007 season. After previous failed attempts to bring the Major League Baseball to Colorado (most notably the Pittsburgh Pirates nearly relocating to Denver following the Pittsburgh drug trials in 1985), by the early 1990s a team seemed to be a possibility in Denver. The Colorado Baseball Commission, led by banking executive Larry Varnell, was successful in getting Denver voters to approve a 0.1 percent sales tax to help finance a new baseball stadium. Also, an advisory committee was formed in 1990 by the governor of Colorado to recruit an ownership group.
Photos: Colorado Rockies acquire pitcher Jeremy Guthrie from Baltimore Orioles - Denver Post ![](http://="//nt1.ggpht.com/news/tbn/yeV55JOQQDljKM/6.jpg")
USA TODAY (blog)Photos: Colorado Rockies acquire pitcher Jeremy Guthrie from Baltimore OriolesDenver Post(AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi) Baltimore Orioles starter Jeremy Guthrie delivers a pitch against the Colorado Rockies during a baseball game Saturday, June 9, 2007, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)Trade to Rockies should make Jeremy Guthrie a happy camperUSA TODAY (blog)Orioles send Jeremy Guthrie to RockiesESPNBaltimore flips Jeremy Guthrie to Colorado for Jason Hammel and Matt LindstromYahoo! Sports (blog)Call to the Penall 273 news articles »
USA TODAY (blog)Photos: Colorado Rockies acquire pitcher Jeremy Guthrie from Baltimore OriolesDenver Post(AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi) Baltimore Orioles starter Jeremy Guthrie delivers a pitch against the Colorado Rockies during a baseball game Saturday, June 9, 2007, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)Trade to Rockies should make Jeremy Guthrie a happy camperUSA TODAY (blog)Orioles send Jeremy Guthrie to RockiesESPNBaltimore flips Jeremy Guthrie to Colorado for Jason Hammel and Matt LindstromYahoo! Sports (blog)Call to the Penall 273 news articles » Orioles Ship Guthrie to the Rockies The Baltimore Orioles traded veteran right-handed starter Jeremy Guthrie to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for pitchers Jason Hammel and Matt Lindstrom, the teams said Monday.
Baylor hit managerial summit first in Colorado - MLB.com ![](http://="//nt3.ggpht.com/news/tbn/JwLfbw4z3-UpOM/6.jpg")
MLB.comBaylor hit managerial summit first in ColoradoMLB.comAt that point, the Colorado Rockies weren't much more than a logo, a uniform with purple pinstripes, and a trailblazing manager. "We were going everywhere in the region, talking to people, letting people know that baseball was in Denver," said Don ...and more »
MLB.comBaylor hit managerial summit first in ColoradoMLB.comAt that point, the Colorado Rockies weren't much more than a logo, a uniform with purple pinstripes, and a trailblazing manager. "We were going everywhere in the region, talking to people, letting people know that baseball was in Denver," said Don ...and more » Russell Wilson of Wisconsin Picks Football Over Baseball 
Russell Wilson, who led the Badgers to the Big Ten title, played parts of two minor league baseball seasons for the Colorado Rockies.
Russell Wilson, who led the Badgers to the Big Ten title, played parts of two minor league baseball seasons for the Colorado Rockies. Renck: Colorado Rockies' revival starts with spring training - Denver Post ![](http://="")
Renck: Colorado Rockies' revival starts with spring trainingDenver PostBy Troy E. Renck The pitching, fielding, stuffy-head, so-you-can-rest-easy medicine. Everyone arrives in camp with hope, a mixture of healed limbs and carved physiques. Players are in the best shape of their lives, winter workouts apparently changing ...and more »
BATS; Padres Acquire Street San Diego Padres acquire pitcher Huston Street from Colorado Rockies; other MLB news noted. (M)1
Belisle, Rockies add 2013 and $4.35 million - KXRM Belisle, Rockies add 2013 and $4.35 millionKXRMDENVER (AP) -- Reliever Matt Belisle and the Colorado Rockies have agreed to a two-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2014 and adds an additional $4.35 million. The right-hander had agreed last February to a deal that pays him $3775000 ...and more »
For Texas Rangers, a Strong Team Behind the Team Team executives built the Rangers, who are going to the World Series again, by valuing their scouts? input when making staffing decisions.
Instant Analysis: Orioles trade Jeremy Guthrie to Rockies - Baltimore Sun (blog) Instant Analysis: Orioles trade Jeremy Guthrie to RockiesBaltimore Sun (blog)Baltimore Sun reporters, columnists and editors analyze the Orioles' trade of Jeremy Guthrie to the Colorado Rockies for Jason Hammel and Matt Lindstrom. The Orioles dealing RHP Jeremy Guthrie, the only sure thing in their starting rotation, ...
Cardinals Win Wild Card and Will Face Phillies 
St. Louis earned at least a tie for the National League wild card by defeating Houston.
St. Louis earned at least a tie for the National League wild card by defeating Houston. Deep snow in Colorado Rockies shuts roads, halts flights - Arizona Daily Star Deep snow in Colorado Rockies shuts roads, halts flightsArizona Daily StarBut while Echo Mountain and other resorts close to Denver celebrated up to 40 inches of powder, the storm only dusted larger resorts, like Vail, with a few inches in central Colorado's Rockies. "It's been fantastic," said Scott Gales, a spokesman for ...and more »
The Outsiders: The addition of quarterback Russell Wilson strays from Wisconsin's roots and puts it on target for a title run. MADISON, Wis. -- The legend of Russell Wilson as a Wisconsin quarterback began with a dare from Badgers receiver Nick Toon on the 30-yard line of Camp Randall Stadium: ''Bet you can't hit the crossbar from here.'' Wilson flashed a quick smile before unleashing a 40-yard spiral that collided with the crossbar with such force that the sound -- DOINGGGGGGG! -- echoed through Camp Randall.
Pressing Questions: The Colorado Rockies - Yahoo! Sports (blog) ![](http://="//nt0.ggpht.com/news/tbn/zEhfVn-aH03zSM/6.jpg")
Yahoo! Sports (blog)Pressing Questions: The Colorado RockiesYahoo! Sports (blog)By Brad Evans By Brad Evans | Roto Arcade ? Thu, Feb 2, 2012 9:21 AM EST Last year, baseball's Purple Mountain Majesties failed to wail the whammy bar. For the second consecutive season, Colorado was unplugged prior to the postseason.and more »
Yahoo! Sports (blog)Pressing Questions: The Colorado RockiesYahoo! Sports (blog)By Brad Evans By Brad Evans | Roto Arcade ? Thu, Feb 2, 2012 9:21 AM EST Last year, baseball's Purple Mountain Majesties failed to wail the whammy bar. For the second consecutive season, Colorado was unplugged prior to the postseason.and more » Minor Leaguer Tests Positive for H.G.H. 
Mike Jacobs was released by the Colorado Rockies? organization after he was suspended for 50 games.
Mike Jacobs was released by the Colorado Rockies? organization after he was suspended for 50 games. Building A Team In Coors Field - Baseball Nation ![](http://="//nt0.ggpht.com/news/tbn/nG0Hx50hXGBaaM/6.jpg")
Baseball NationBuilding A Team In Coors FieldBaseball NationDan O'Dowd's task when he became the GM of the Colorado Rockies was to sashay into the Boomerang Zone and figure out how to get his team to the Pernicious Poem Place without knocking over any time-fracture wickets. There had never been a job quite like ...and more »
Baseball NationBuilding A Team In Coors FieldBaseball NationDan O'Dowd's task when he became the GM of the Colorado Rockies was to sashay into the Boomerang Zone and figure out how to get his team to the Pernicious Poem Place without knocking over any time-fracture wickets. There had never been a job quite like ...and more » Justin Verlander Ensures Tigers Avoid Sweep by Indians 
Justin Verlander gave Detroit exactly what it needed, becoming baseball?s first 17-game winner as the division-leading Tigers beat the host Indians to avoid being swept and open a three-game lead in the A.L. Central.
Justin Verlander gave Detroit exactly what it needed, becoming baseball?s first 17-game winner as the division-leading Tigers beat the host Indians to avoid being swept and open a three-game lead in the A.L. Central. Reliever Matt Belisle and Colorado Rockies agree to new deal for additional ... - Washington Post ![](http://="//nt3.ggpht.com/news/tbn/n1qTKvAsSc61EM/6.jpg")
TSNReliever Matt Belisle and Colorado Rockies agree to new deal for additional ...Washington PostDENVER ? Reliever Matt Belisle and the Colorado Rockies have agreed to a two-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2014 and adds an additional $4.35 million. The right-hander had agreed last February to a deal that pays him $3775000 this ...Rockies extend BelisleFox NewsRockies Sign Matt Belisle To One-Year ExtensionSI.comMatt Belisle, Rockies Agree To An Extension Through 2013 With Option For 2014SB Nation DenverColorado Rockies Newsall 60 news articles »
TSNReliever Matt Belisle and Colorado Rockies agree to new deal for additional ...Washington PostDENVER ? Reliever Matt Belisle and the Colorado Rockies have agreed to a two-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2014 and adds an additional $4.35 million. The right-hander had agreed last February to a deal that pays him $3775000 this ...Rockies extend BelisleFox NewsRockies Sign Matt Belisle To One-Year ExtensionSI.comMatt Belisle, Rockies Agree To An Extension Through 2013 With Option For 2014SB Nation DenverColorado Rockies Newsall 60 news articles » Hamels?s Complete Game Leads Phillies to Ninth Straight Win 
Cole Hamels pitched a five-hitter against the San Francisco Giants for his first victory in two weeks.
Cole Hamels pitched a five-hitter against the San Francisco Giants for his first victory in two weeks. Burning Fantasy Baseball Questions: Colorado Rockies - KFFL ![](http://="//nt2.ggpht.com/news/tbn/_myx3fkOMtaE6M/6.jpg")
KFFLBurning Fantasy Baseball Questions: Colorado RockiesKFFLWhat must fantasy baseball players know about the Colorado Rockies? Betancourt held the closer gig for a few stints with the Cleveland Indians and wasn't all that successful. Rox manager Jim Tracy was hesitant to put the elder statesman in the role ...and more »
KFFLBurning Fantasy Baseball Questions: Colorado RockiesKFFLWhat must fantasy baseball players know about the Colorado Rockies? Betancourt held the closer gig for a few stints with the Cleveland Indians and wasn't all that successful. Rox manager Jim Tracy was hesitant to put the elder statesman in the role ...and more » Cleveland Closes In On Trade for Ubaldo Jimenez 
The Yankees and the Red Sox were also interested in the Rockies right-hander, but Cleveland offered a package for four top minor leaguers.
The Yankees and the Red Sox were also interested in the Rockies right-hander, but Cleveland offered a package for four top minor leaguers. Man Dies After Falling From Stands at Texas Rangers Game The Texas Rangers said a fan died after falling out of the stands while trying to catch a baseball tossed his way during Texas? game against the Oakland Athletics.
From Goat to Hero, Nunez Helps Yankees Beat Rockies 
Eduardo Nunez committed his ninth fielding error of the season in the first inning but then drove in the go-ahead run in the seventh.
Eduardo Nunez committed his ninth fielding error of the season in the first inning but then drove in the go-ahead run in the seventh. George Frazier, 3-Time Loser in ?81 Series, Back in Bronx 
George Frazier was the first pitcher in major league history to lose three games in a best-of-seven World Series. On Sunday, he will make his first appearance at Old-Timers? Day in the Bronx.
George Frazier was the first pitcher in major league history to lose three games in a best-of-seven World Series. On Sunday, he will make his first appearance at Old-Timers? Day in the Bronx. Yankees Beat Rockies 8-3 On Sabathia?s Strong Start 
C.C. Sabathia allowed one run in eight innings for his 10th victory of the season as the Yankees topped Colorado.
C.C. Sabathia allowed one run in eight innings for his 10th victory of the season as the Yankees topped Colorado. Giambi Homers as Rockies Beat Yankees 
Jason Giambi returned to Yankee Stadium in style, hitting a home run and going 3 for 4 against his former team.
Jason Giambi returned to Yankee Stadium in style, hitting a home run and going 3 for 4 against his former team. | |
