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• Friday Rockpile: Hurdle is familiar, but brings a better vibe for Rockies

Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Friday, April 18, 2025 Eighteen games into the freefall that is the 2025 season, the Rockies finally pulled the cord on the parachute. It may be too soon to know if the parachute works, but at least they did something to slow the death spiral. On Thursday, with a 3-15 record and ranking 30th in runs (52 ...2025
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• Lost Voices: Bobby Grich made the most of his Orioles career after waiting his turn

When the Orioles were at their very best as an organization in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, Bobby Grich and Don Baylor exemplified just how superior they were. Smack in the middle of a six-year run in which Baltimore’s roster of All-Stars and future Hall of Famers won four American League pennants and two […]...2025
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• This Day in Braves History: Former Broadcaster and Hall of Fame Pitcher Don Sutton is Born

Photo by Andrew Snook/Icon Sportswire/Corbis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1945 - Former broadcaster and Hall of Fame pitcher Don Sutton was born in Clio, Alabama on this day in 1945. Sutton would go on to win 324 games over a 23-year major league career. MLB History 1874 - The batter’s box is officially adopted at the fourth meeting of the National Association...2025
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• This Day in Braves History: SunTrust Park opens with an exhibition game between the Braves and Yankees

Photo by John Adams/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1958 - The Milwaukee Braves acquire veteran Dick Littlefield from the Chicago Cubs for cash. 1959 - The Milwaukee Braves acquire catcher Stan Lopata, shortstop Ted Kazanski and infielder Johnny O’Brien from the Phillies in exchange for pitcher Gene Conley and infielders Joe Koppe and Harry Hanebrink. 1962 - The...2025
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• This Day in Braves History: Rabbit Maranville breaks his left leg

This was after the Braves legend broke his right leg eight years earlier! Braves Franchise History 1934: Rabbit Maranville breaks his left leg while sliding home on a double steal in an exhibition game against the New York Yankees. The Boston Braves veteran is out for the season and will play just 23 games next year. He had broken his right leg earlier in spring training of 1926. MLB History 197...2025
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• Monday Rockpile: The Rockies must do more to celebrate their history

Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Monday, February 10th, 2025 On Saturday the Miami Marlins announced via press release that they would be creating a team Hall of Fame to recognize “Marlins Legends.” Former players, coaches, managers, and members of the Marlins’ staff throughout their 32 seasons of existence have a new way to be recognized for their c...2025
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• This Day in Braves History: Former Broadcaster and Hall of Fame Pitcher Don Sutton is Born
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• This Day in Braves History: SunTrust Park opens with an exhibition game between the Braves and Yankees
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• This Day in Braves History: Rabbit Maranville breaks his left leg
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• This Day in MLB History: February 9

Photo by Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images An incredibly busy day that somehow doesn’t have much to do with the Atlanta Braves organization. Braves Franchise History 1916: The National League votes down a proposal by the Giants, Braves, and Cubs to increase club player limit from 21 to 22. (The Reds want a decrease to 20.) MLB History 1884: The Cincinnati Outlaw Reds’ home field is...2025
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 4

Erin Hooley/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. The Chicago River runs Cubbie Blue, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various ...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 1

Happy birthday, Jeremiah Estrada | Photo by John Cordes/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. 2016 Game 6 and other stories. Happy birthday, Jeremiah Estrada and others. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorfu...2024
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• Today in White Sox History: August 4

On this day both 44 and 45 years ago, a very young Harold Baines had accomplishments of note. | Des Moines Register A future Hall-of-Famer begins to make his presence known 1911 Here’s a weird record and distinction for you: Lee Tannehill not only is the only shortstop in baseball history to record two unassisted double plays in the same season — he got both in the same game! The milestone...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, July 5

Happy Goose Day! | Photo by Rich Pilling/MLB Photos via Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. The Goose was hatched today, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore and various narr...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, July 3

Gaetti looks in for the signal? | Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Philly horses get serious, Cloninger has clout, the Rangers go on a run, Gary Gaetti* hurls, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful pas...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, June 28

After the catch, Travis Wood is all smiles. | Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Famous outfielder Travis Wood and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore ...2024
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• Royals trade partner history: The Angels

Photo by David Berding/Getty Images Once rivals, the Royals have gotten the better end of the deals. This is a series that looks back at their trade history with each team in baseball. So far, we have looked back at trades with the Braves, Cubs, Diamondbacks, Orioles, and White Sox. Today we look at the history of deals with the California/Los Angeles/Anaheim. Total number of Royals/Angels...2024
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• Purple Row’s favorite articles of 2023

Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images Starting 2024 by looking back The New Year is a tried and true opportunity to remember and reflect on the previous year. Yesterday, we remembered the most-read articles of the 2023 calendar year. Today, we take the opportunity to reflect on the articles that brought us the most pride and satisfaction. This annual tradition of having our writers highlig...2024
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"2014 - Don Baylor suffers a freak injury while catching the ceremonial first pitch before the Angels home opener."

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"1985: Don Baylor ties a major league record when he was hit by a pitch for the 189th time in his career."

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"New York star Aaron Judge won Major League Baseball's Roberto Clemente Award for character, community involvement and philanthropy on Monday, joining Ron Guidry (1984), Don Baylor (1985) and Derek Jeter (2009) as Yankees to win the honor."

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"With two out and a man on, Wood hit Dave Kingman, Don Baylor and Dave Chalk."

2018
"7 marked the one-year anniversary of the death of the Rockies' first manager, Don Baylor, whom Clint Hurdle has called "an inspiration" in the past."

2017
"Former big league slugger and manager Don Baylor died Monday after a struggle with multiple myeloma, according to multiple reports."

2016
"Still, Baseball Almanac lists Don Baylor as the only DH to win the MVP."

2015
"The Angels announced on Tuesday night that pitching coach Mike Butcher and hitting coach Don Baylor will not return to longtime manager Mike Scioscia's coaching staff."

2014
""I don't know what attention I'm getting, but I know one thing: I'm having fun watching those guys doing what they're doing," said hitting coach Don Baylor about his team, which is fifth in the majors in slugging percentage, as reported by the Associated Press' Greg Beacham."

• Friday Rockpile: Hurdle is familiar, but brings a better vibe for Rockies
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• This Day in Braves History: Former Broadcaster and Hall of Fame Pitcher Don Sutton is Born
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• This Day in Braves History: SunTrust Park opens with an exhibition game between the Braves and Yankees
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• This Day in Braves History: Rabbit Maranville breaks his left leg
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• Monday Rockpile: The Rockies must do more to celebrate their history
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• This Day in MLB History: February 9
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• This Day in Braves History: Braves acquire Dan Uggla in trade with Marlins

Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images Uggla becomes Atlanta’s starting second baseman for three seasons Braves Franchise History 1962: Milwaukee Braves general manager John McHale and six former stockholders of the Chicago White Sox buy the team from the Perini Corporation for a reported $6.2 million. Bill Bartholomay will be named chairman of the board. 2002: In the start of a three team...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 4
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 1
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• This Day in Braves History: Braves come up short in legendary 1991 World Series

Set Number: X42069 TK7 The worst-to-first season for the Braves ends but the divisional dynasty begins. Braves Franchise History 1991: The Atlanta Braves fall to the Twins, 1-0 in 10 innings in Game 7 of the World Series. Gene Larkin’s single in the 10th is the difference. Jack Morris tosses 10 shutout innings and is named MVP. 1999: The Yankees defeat the Braves, 4-1 to complete a four-...2024
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• This Day in Braves History: SunTrust Park opens with an exhibition game between the Braves and Yankees
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• This Day in Braves History: Rabbit Maranville breaks his left leg
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 1
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• This Day in Braves History: Hank Aaron hits 500th career double

Photo by Louis Requena/MLB via Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1959 - Harvey Haddix retires the first 36 batters he faces against the Milwaukee Braves before losing the perfect game in the 13th when Felix Mantilla reaches on an error. Haddix walked Hank Aaron intentionally and then allowed an apparent three-run home run to Joe Adcock. Adcock passes Aaron on the basepaths and the home...2024
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• This Day in Braves History: SunTrust Park opens with exhibition game against Yankees

Photo by David J. Griffin/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1958 - The Milwaukee Braves acquire veteran Dick Littlefield from the Chicago Cubs for cash. 1959 - The Milwaukee Braves acquire catcher Stan Lopata, shortstop Ted Kazanski and infielder Johnny O’Brien from the Phillies in exchange for pitcher Gene Conley and infielders Joe Koppe and Harry Hanebrink. 1962...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 1

Happy birthday, Jeremiah Estrada! | Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images A M-W-F digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. 2016 Game 6, Jeremiah Estrada’s birthday, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the ...2023
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• The 1975 Topps countdown, worst to best (No. 420-401)

Hey, here's another post dropping during a Game 7. But no worries. There's no expiration date on these. Although, personally, if the Diamondbacks are going to win, I'd rather be reading blogs.For this edition of the 1975 Topps countdown, I thought I'd mention what goes into my rather arbitrary ranking of this set. With the set I love so much, there are a lot of emotions at work and it's hard...2023
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• Wednesday Rockpile: The history of 100 losses for the National League West teams

Photo by Diamond Images via Getty Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Wednesday, September 27, 2023 Well, it finally happened. When manager Don Baylor took the helm of the newborn Colorado Rockies in 1993 he stated with fervent accord, “People say we’re going to lose 100 games. It’s not my competitive spirit to simply accept that.” That statement held true for 30 seasons for the or...2023
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• Friday Rockpile: Hurdle is familiar, but brings a better vibe for Rockies
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• Baseball history unpacked, July 5
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• Baseball history unpacked, June 28
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• This Day in Braves History: Hank Aaron hits 500th career double
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• Wednesday Rockpile: Jim Leyland and the 1999 Colorado Rockies

Colorado Rockies news and links for Wednesday, December 6, 2023 “This franchise is one of the most successful not just in baseball, but in all of sports. They put 45,000-50,000 people in there (Coors Field) every night. They have a chance to win, and now we’ll find out if we can. I feel like we’ve got a chance.” Those were the words of an optimistic Jim Leyland after he signed a record $6 million ...2023
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• Wednesday Rockpile: The history of 100 losses for the National League West teams
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• BCB After Dark: Time for a change?
Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if it’s time for a new manager. Welcome back to BCB After Dark: the jazzy joint for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in and join us this evening. Don’t mind the mess the last guests left. We’ll clean that up in no time. There’s no cover charge tonight. Grab a seat. Brin...2023
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• Colorado Rockies game no. 54 thread: Tyler Megill vs Austin Gomber
Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images The Rockies will look to take the series in this afternoon’s rubber match After a high-scoring affair last night, the Rockies will look to turn that momentum into a win in this afternoon’s rubber match. With the win, Bud Black now has 440 wins with the Rockies since 2017. He is tied with Don Baylor for the second-most managerial wins in franchise hist...2023
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• Baylor, Butcher not returning to Angels' staff
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• Roberto Clemente Award goes to Yankees' Judge

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• Healthy and Locked In, Albert Pujols Looks Ready to Deliver for Angels
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• Thursday Rockpile: With their 100th loss, the Rockies must reconsider their coaching staff

Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports Colorado Rockies news and links for Thursday, September 28th, 2023 The inevitable has come to pass, and the 2023 Colorado Rockies have not only cemented their worst record in franchise history, but have also reached the 100-loss mark for the first time in franchise history. With this unfortunate and inauspicious landmark reached, the Rockies front office ...2023
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• Mike Butcher, Don Baylor Fired by Angels: Latest Details and Reaction
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• Baseball history unpacked, July 5
Rich Gossage, Hall-of-Famer. | Photo by Rich Pilling/MLB Photos via Getty Images A thrice-weekly digest, replete with #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB content, gathered from reputable sources. Happy birthday to the Sarge and the Goose! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past, with plenty of the lore a...2023
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• This Day in Braves History: Craig Kimbrel named NL Rookie of the Year

Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images Braves Franchise History 1957 - Hank Aaron is named MVP of the National League. Stan Musial finishes second in the voting. 2011 - Craig Kimbrel wins the Rookie of the Year Award in the National League after setting a rookie record with 46 saves. MLB History 1900 - The National League rejects the American League as an equal and declares it an outlaw leagu...2023
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• Today in White Sox History: August 4

Lee Tannehill (back turned) failed to record an out on this play in 1909, but on this day two years later attained a truly remarkable record that has never been matched. | Chicago History Museum/Getty Images Fights, rallies, and milestones 1911 Here’s a weird record and distinction for you: Lee Tannehill not only is the only shortstop in baseball history to record two unassisted double pl...2023
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• This Day in Braves History: Former Broadcaster and Hall of Fame Pitcher Don Sutton is Born
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• This Day in Braves History: Rabbit Maranville breaks his left leg
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• This Day in Braves History: Braves acquire Dan Uggla in trade with Marlins
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 4
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• Baseball history unpacked, November 1
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• Thursday Rockpile: Students turned masters: Ranking Rockies managers by their playing careers

Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Thursday, October 3, 2024 What goes into choosing the perfect manager? Is it their knowledge of the intricacies of baseball? The deeper understanding of team relationships? Their resumé of coaching success? It’s probably a combination all of those, but that ain’t what we’re talking about today. Throw out your wins and losses! For...2024
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• Today in White Sox History: September 10

Here are three all-time White Sox greats, still contributing to the club after retiring: longtime scout and ace centerfielder Johnny Mostil, Hall-of-Famer and (minor league) Memphis Chicks manager Luke Appling, and farm director Johnny Rigney. | Transcendental Graphics/Getty Images Johnny Rigney finally takes another loss 1927 With a 11-1 loss in the nightcap of a doubleheader in Washingto...2024
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• This day in Braves History: Fred McGriff goes off in a Braves win

The Crime Dog has a perfect day at the plate Braves Franchise History 1954: The Braves finally get to Phillies ace Robin Roberts in a 5-1 win. Roberts leaves the game in the seventh, snapping a streak of 13 consecutive complete games against the Braves over the last three seasons. He had a 12-1 record in those 13 games. 1957: The Dodgers tied a major league record by using eight pitchers in a 13-...2024
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• This day in Braves History: Braves coach Don Baylor gets hired as Cubs manager

Baylor spent one year on Atlanta’s coaching staff before joining the Cubs as the skipper. Braves Franchise History 1979: In separate deals, the New York Yankees acquire OF Ruppert Jones from the Seattle Mariners and C Rick Cerone and P Tom Underwood from the Toronto Blue Jays, giving up seven players, including popular 1B Chris Chambliss, SS Damaso Garcia, OF Juan Beniquez, and Ps Jim Beattie and...2024
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• Baseball history unpacked, July 5
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• Kansas City baseball trivia

Courtesy of Charlie O. Finley. A few weeks ago, I explored some of the strange things that have happened in Major League history. This week, we look at some of the oddball occurrences surrounding the history of Kansas City baseball. Before the Athletics moved to Kansas City, owner Connie Mack had his eye on a pitching prospect named Lou Brissie. Mack and Brissie reached an agreement that Brissie w...2024
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• Royals trade partner history: The Angels
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• This Day in Braves History: November 1

Set Number: X58919 Braves Franchise History 1999 - Braves coach Don Baylor is named as the new manager of the Chicago Cubs. MLB History 1894 - Charlie Sweeney, who pitched for the Providence Grays, St. Louis Maroons and Cleveland Blues is convicted of manslaughter in San Francisco, California. 1909 - The Boston Red Sox hire former Senators skipper Patsy Donovan as their new manager repla...2023
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• Baseball history unpacked, July 5
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• Thursday Rockpile: Austin Gomber has the opportunity to reclaim his starting spot
Photo by Harry How/Getty Images Colorado Rockies news and links for Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 For a few months in 2021 it appeared that left-handed pitcher Austin Gomber was one of the best players the Colorado Rockies got back in the Nolan Arenado trade. After a bumpy first outing against the Los Angeles Dodgers in which he walked seven batters he quickly became a solid pitcher on a s...2023
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