The Rockies Insider with Patrick Lyons

Hunter Goodman had the greatest offensive season for a catcher in Colorado Rockies history last season. Other than Cal Raleigh, a case can be made that he was the second best at his position in 2025. So where did he rank on MLB's Top 100 list? Could we see more or less on this list with a good 2026?
Charlie Condon and Ethan Holliday can be found on virtually every Top 100 Prospects list around the game. In what order are they appearing? How critical is Keith Law of Holliday's future position and first-year troubles?
Plus, a player acquired by the Rockies at last year's trade deadline is considered top 10 at his position, the stat that will surprise you about how much Colorado hoards its own prospects and Kyle Freeland's potential at one more sizable contract.
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It was a whirlwind day for the Rockies on Wednesday as the team made three notable transactions and two trades (which may end up three in a few days). Who did Colorado get from the New York Yankees and Minnesota Twins?
The new front office cut ties with a pair of 23-year-olds with a lot of good baseball ahead of them. What do these moves signal for the future of the franchise? Should this be a positive sign or a troubling one?
Plus, a platoon situation brewing at second base, a new Rockie with familial connections to the Albuquerque Isotopes and another Rockie that idolized another Rockie in José Reyes.
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Colorado is still without a first baseman for 2026. Despite one on the 40-man roster, another utility player who might fill the void and a top prospect being primed as the heir apparent, there's still a void for Opening Day and a potential disaster if nothing is done about it. Is Luis Arráez the savior in waiting for the Rockies? Do his numbers at Coors Field scare you away?
Paul Goldschmidt, Rhys Hoskins, Nathaniel Lowe and Carlos Santana are the only other proven options at first base in free agency. Could Goldy be the more economical fit? Would he hit any major milestones while in purple?
Plus, Rockies sign a pitcher to a minor league deal, Willi Castro news regarding the 2026 WBC and Austin Gomber finds a home for 2026.
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Kyle Freeland offered a lot of thoughts at the end of Rockies Fest 2026 when speaking with Denver media in press room beneath Coors Field. Why is there evidence that his changes for this season will be effective? What's the potential for Freeland becoming a free agent after 2026? And how excited is he about the new pitching coaches?
Hunter Goodman and Jake McCarthy also had their share of thoughts on the Rockies future. Why does Goodman not want to forget the abysmal 119-loss season from 2025? What are McCarthy's thoughts on Colorado's organization?
Plus, the Rockies players who received a makeover during the offseason and speculation over what number Ethan Holliday will wear in the Majors.
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Rockies Fest 2026 was a good time for all 5,000 fanatics who showed up at Coors Field on Saturday despite the cold temperatures. The big news announced by Walker Monfort: Larry Walker and Todd Helton will receive statues to be unveiled this summer outside of Coors Field. What are the dates and what's the giveaway for those games?
The Garage Sale at Rockies Fest is always a good time, and not just because of the incredible prices for all those in attendance. What was the weirdest item sold? And what did Patrick pick up for himself?
Plus, numerous questions from fans in the chat on the Rockies Insider YouTube channel.
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