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Colorado Rockies: Charlie Blackmon is in a “Nazty” slump
Lost in the shuffle of all the offensive struggles the Colorado Rockies have faced this season, there is one player who is currently in the midst of a slump that has been overlooked. Whether it’s because other players are having a much harder go of it, most notably Ian Desmond and Carlos Gonzalez, or because […] Colorado Rockies: Charlie Blackmon is in a “Nazty” slump - Rox Pile - Rox Pile - A Colorado Rockies Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
The Denver Post May 18, 2018
Rockies get big hit from Carlos Gonzalez to beat Giants in 12th inning
The Rockies loaded the bases on a walks by pinch hitter Chris Iannetta, Charlie Blackmon and Nolan Arenado. CarGo's special delivery was a soft liner to right field off Cory Gearrin.
Purple Row May 18, 2018
Rockies 5, Giants 3: Rockies prevail in 12 innings
Two teams played baseball and one of them won When two struggling offenses meet in the cold, damp air of the San Francisco Bay, one would expect runs to be at a premium. That was indeed the case on Thursday as the Rockies (finally) toppled the Giants 5-3 in 12 innings. Merciful relief The Rockies struggled to string hits together all night (sound familiar?) so when it got to the 12th inning, they decided to walk instead. Chris Iannetta and Charlie Blackmon walked and Nolan Arenado came to the plate with two on and two outs with the opportunity to continue his Giant-killing ways. Instead,...
The Denver Post May 11, 2018
The Morning After: Opposing pitchers continue make someone not named Charlie Blackmon or Nolan Arenado beat them
When facing a Colorado offense that has yet to demonstrate the ability to hit from top to bottom -- much less be consistent overall -- the strategy of opposing pitchers has become increasingly clear: Don't let the Rockies' big dogs beat you.
Purple Row May 9, 2018
Colorado Rockies game no. 37 thread: Tyler Anderson vs. Jaime Barria
Rockies vs. Angels start time, lineups, and discussion The Rockies will try to make it a two-game sweep against the Angels. It’ll be Tyler Anderson against Jaime Barria. David Dahl is in the lineup and hitting second, in between Charlie Blackmon and Nolan Arenado. Star time: 1:10 MT Lineups: Let's keep it rollin'! pic.twitter.com/N2BpgmsaTs— Colorado Rockies (@Rockies) May 9, 2018 Jaime Barria closes out the 2-game series in Colorado today, aiming for a split.Game Preview: https://t.co/Q57qymkolx pic.twitter.com/zzh60OAFM1— Angels (@Angels) May 9, 2018
Halos Heaven May 7, 2018
Series Preview: Angels @ Rockies (Mile high quickie)
Quick 2 game set in Denver before the Halos head back to Anaheim Angels (21-13) v. Rockies (20-15) Both of these teams come in to this series HOT and we could see some fireworks way up there at 5,200 feet. The Rockies are riding a 5 game winning streak against the Cubs and Mets on the road while the Angels have won 5 of their last 6. This duo played 4 games in 2015 and 3 games in 2012 with the Angels winning all 7 and they are 24-8 overall against the Rockies. Know your foe: Rockies: who’s hot (last 7 days):Gerardo Parra .450 OBP, 3 doubles, 1 stolen baseCharlie Blackmon .517 OBP, 2...
Purple Row May 7, 2018
Is the Rockies offense actually overachieving? A breakdown of the splits
How the team fares against righties and lefties, and what to do about it The Rockies have a roster—and in particular an outfield—full of left-handed hitters. Carlos Gonzáles, Gerardo Parra, Charlie Blackmon, and David Dahl are all left-handed, and the Rockies have regularly placed utilityman Pat Valaika in the starting lineup against lefties to avoid left-on-left matchups. Earlier this year, the Rockies demoted Mike Tauchmann and called up Noel Cuevas, presumably because (in addition to Tauchmann’s struggles) Cuevas provided a much-needed right-handed bat off the bench. Yet while all...
Rox Pile May 5, 2018
Colorado Rockies: Charlie Blackmon’s rank among the best center fielders
The Colorado Rockies have traditionally had a solid offense. Their outfield is no different. The leader and main superstar in the outfield is quite clearly Charlie Blackmon. In fact, Blackmon has been one of the best players in all of baseball this season, and it is no stretch to say he could be the best […] Colorado Rockies: Charlie Blackmon’s rank among the best center fielders - Rox Pile - Rox Pile - A Colorado Rockies Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Purple Row May 5, 2018
Saturday Rockpile: Yours, Mine & Power
Rockies news and links for May 5, 2018 Colorado Rockies are finally finding their offensive power, but will that be enough? | Mile High SportsThe Rockies continue to lead the National League in home runs, but that’s about all that has been going right for the team offensively. The team’s overall on-base percentage of .303 bests only the San Diego Padres and the Miami Marlins in the NL, two teams whose names are not synonymous with offensive juggernauts. This is no fault of Nolan Arenado, Charlie Blackmon, or the currently-injured DJ LeMahieu, who have all been among the best offensive...
Purple Row May 2, 2018
Rockies rout Cubs 11-2 behind dominant Tyler Anderson
Nolan Arenado led the charge with two home runs and five RBI The Rockies offense, long lying dormant and rumored dead, erupted for 11 runs at Wrigley Field on Wednesday afternoon en route to an 11-2 pummeling of the Chicago Cubs to take the series. TACO’S! In the first five games of the Rockies’ current road trip they combined to score seven runs and before last night’s 3-1 victory they were averaging one (1) run per game. But unlike Tuesday’s win, the Rockies managed to get more hits than just solo homers. Nolan Arenado hit a two-run shot in the first, Charlie Blackmon singled one...
The Denver Post May 2, 2018
The Morning After: Rockies’ Charlie Blackmon loves home runs — and baseball history
Charlie Blackmon got a short history lesson after the Rockies' 3-1 victory over the Cubs are Wrigley Field Tuesday night.
Purple Row May 1, 2018
Tuesday Rockpile: I’ll Remember April
Rockies news and links for May 1, 2018 Colorado Rockies: Top five standout performances from April | Rox PileAs April ends, Rox Pile’s Luke Mullins focuses on five players who had particularly impressive performances in the season’s first month. Chad Bettis, Adam Ottavino, Trevor Story, Wade Davis, and Charlie Blackmon receive the spotlight. In April, Bettis threw nearly as many innings as he did in all of 2017. While his 2.43 ERA is considered unsustainable by his 4.37 FIP, both his results and peripherals are looking better than a year ago. In Ottavino’s case, not many a reliever...
Federal Baseball Apr 27, 2018
Washington Nationals’ lineup for series opener with the Arizona Diamondbacks...
Washington and Arizona start a three-game set in D.C. at 7:05 PM EDT, and we take a look back at Bryce Harper’s numbers on the recently-completed road trip... Daily Bryce Harper Section: Washington’s 25-year-old slugger, Bryce Harper, started the series finale in AT&T with an NL-leading eight home runs, (tied with the Rockies’ Charlie Blackmon), which was tie for the second-most in the majors, behind only the LA Angels’ Mike Trout, who’d hit 10 to that point (and still has 10 on the season). Harper’s 30 total walks were the most in the majors, ahead of the Philadelphia...
Rox Pile Apr 23, 2018
Colorado Rockies exclusive: Charlie Blackmon talks fishing, tells tales
For Colorado Rockies All-Star outfielder Charlie Blackmon, there are two passions: baseball and fishing. While Blackmon may get paid to set the pace for the Rockies offense, he gets away to the serenity of a river or lake every chance he gets. Yes, the same Chuck Nazty who is among the league leaders in home […] Colorado Rockies exclusive: Charlie Blackmon talks fishing, tells tales - Rox Pile - Rox Pile - A Colorado Rockies Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Rox Pile Apr 21, 2018
Colorado Rockies: What makes up the team’s most wanted list
WANTED by the Colorado Rockies: A shortstop, a first baseman, and two corner outfielders who can hit and an ace pitcher who can get through five innings without giving up more than four runs. On second thought, WANTED: Anyone besides Charlie Blackmon, Nolan Arenado, or DJ LeMahieu do something on offense? Or anyone in the […] Colorado Rockies: What makes up the team’s most wanted list - Rox Pile - Rox Pile - A Colorado Rockies Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
