Over the Monster Nov 11, 2018
MLB Roundup 11/11: Matt Chapman and Nolan Arenado win Platinum Gloves
Plus an old friend’s retirement and a nixed trade Platinum Gloves are handed out The Platinum Gloves were handed out on Sunday, and those go to the top two defensive players in each league. This is different than the Wilson Defensive Player of the Year because this is given out by Rawlings (who also gives out the Gold Gloves) and for other reasons I don’t know. My current “get off my lawn” moment is yelling about there being way too many defensive awards. We get it, different companies make gloves! Anyway, the Red Sox did not get any Platinum Gloves. Instead, it went to a couple of...
Rox Pile Nov 9, 2018
Colorado Rockies “intent” on signing Nolan Arenado to long-term deal
As expected, the Colorado Rockies are reportedly doing what they can now to show All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado that they want him to be a part of the franchise for years to come. In this article, Jon Morosi of MLB.com says the Colorado Rockies are “intent” on trying to sign Arenado to a long-term […] Colorado Rockies “intent” on signing Nolan Arenado to long-term deal - Rox Pile - Rox Pile - A Colorado Rockies Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
The Denver Post Nov 9, 2018
Denver Sports Omelette: Sorry, Todd Helton. Nolan Arenado will be the greatest Rockies player of all time.
The Rockies' Nolan Arenado just keeps winning.
The Denver Post Nov 8, 2018
Rockies German Marquez, Nolan Arenado and Trevor Story win Silver Slugger Awards
Make room for right-hander German Marquez, who became the first Rockies pitcher since Mike Hampton in 2002 to win a Silver Slugger.
Rox Pile Nov 8, 2018
Colorado Rockies: Bryce Harper’s contract precedent for Nolan Arenado?
Earlier this week, according to multiple sources, six-time All Star Bryce Harper rejected an offer of 10 years and approximately $300 million deal from the Washington Nationals late last season. This revelation raised some eyebrows considering the length and price tag that was turned down and the sub-standard numbers Harper put up in 2018. It also raised […] Colorado Rockies: Bryce Harper’s contract precedent for Nolan Arenado? - Rox Pile - Rox Pile - A Colorado Rockies Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
The Denver Post Nov 5, 2018
Rockies’ Nolan Arenado named MVP finalist; Bud Black up for manager of year
Nolan Arenado's star just keeps shining brighter, while Bud Black's reputation as one of baseball's best managers got another boost.
Purple Row Nov 5, 2018
Monday Rockpile: Arenado and LeMahieu win Gold Gloves
Rockies news and links for November 5, 2018 Nolan Arenado, DJ LeMahieu win Gold Gloves | Rockies.com Two Rockies players won Gold Gloves for the 2018 season. Nolan Arenado won his sixth consecutive Gold Glove award at third base. He now has more Gold Glove awards than any other player in Rockies history. DJ LeMahieu won his third award. He also won it in 2014 and 2017. Once a difference maker, Rockies need to move on from DJ LeMahieu | Mile High Sports DJ LeMahieu has been a major component of the Rockies lineup for a good chunk of time, winning three Gold Gloves and getting to the All Star...
Rox Pile Nov 5, 2018
Colorado Rockies: 5 interesting quotes we heard from GM Jeff Bridich
On Friday morning, Colorado Rockies general manager Jeff Bridich conducted a phone call with members of the local media (including Rox Pile). During the nearly 45-minute discussion, Bridich covered a wide range of topics, from the contract situation with Nolan Arenado to hinting as to what the Rockies will be focusing on this offseason with […] Colorado Rockies: 5 interesting quotes we heard from GM Jeff Bridich - Rox Pile - Rox Pile - A Colorado Rockies Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Rox Pile Nov 4, 2018
Colorado Rockies: Arenado and LeMahieu win 2018 Gold Glove Awards
A little under two weeks since Rawlings announced the three nominees at each position in both leagues for the 2018 Gold Glove awards, the two Colorado Rockies nominees, Nolan Arenado and DJ LeMahieu, took home the hardware to add to their trophy cases back home. Was it ever really in question? For the sixth straight […] Colorado Rockies: Arenado and LeMahieu win 2018 Gold Glove Awards - Rox Pile - Rox Pile - A Colorado Rockies Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
The Denver Post Nov 4, 2018
Rockies’ Nolan Arenado and DJ LeMahieu snare Gold Glove awards
All of that glitter at the hot corner turned into another Gold Glove for Nolan Arenado.
Call to the Pen Nov 4, 2018
Colorado Rockies ongoing saga with Nolan Arenado
Nolan Arenado, a bonafide superstar, is entering the crucial final year of his contract. With the Colorado Rockies saying all the right things lately, will Arenado really be a Rockie for life? It’s perhaps impossible to understate the pure dominance that Colorado Rockies third baseman Nolan Arenado has had over the rest of the National League […] Colorado Rockies ongoing saga with Nolan Arenado - Call to the Pen - Call to the Pen - A Major League Baseball Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Federal Baseball Nov 4, 2018
Wire Taps: Bryce Harper rumors + Nationals’ offseason needs + Give Anthony Rendon a Gold Glove...
Catch up on the last 24 hours in Nationals news while we all wait to find out if Anthony Rendon finally gets a Gold Glove. No offense to Nolan Arenado (who’s totally hogged all the Gold). Will Anthony Rendon (or Travis Shaw, we guess) break Nolan Arenado’s streak of five NL Gold Gloves in a row at third base, or will the Colorado Rockies’ talented infielder take home yet another piece of hardware. We’ll find out tonight at 9:00 PM EDT, until we know, just go enjoy some Sunday Nationals links... NATS BEAT: Rosenthal passes physical, signing announced - (MASN)"Trevor Rosenthal’s...
Purple Row Nov 4, 2018
Sunday Rockpile: Is a contract extension in Bud Black’s future?
Rockies news and links for Sunday, November 4, 2018 Colorado Rockies: An important decision looms in the dugout | Rox Pile As the final year of his contract approaches, this major piece to the Rockies’ recent success will have to wonder if it is his last season wearing the purple pinstripes—and maybe Nolan Arenado can keep him company. Yes, I’m talking about Bud Black, and in this article Aaron Hurt discusses what Bud means to the Rockies moving forward and how he has helped them get to where they are today as an NL West title contender. #Rockies Bud Black entering final year of...
Purple Row Nov 3, 2018
Saturday Rockpile: Let the stove get hot!
Rockies news and links for November 3, 2018 Bridich: Rockies’ offseason focus is offense | MLB.com Free agency has officially begun and that means we will be inundated pretty much daily for the next few weeks at least with nonstop free agent signings. Rockies reporters spoke with GM Jeff Bridich for a conference call on Friday morning to discuss the upcoming offseason. Thomas Harding recounts the talks of Nolan Arenado’s future with the team, improving the offense, the lack of qualifying offers extended to such players as Adam Ottavino and DJ LeMahieu, and the future of Bud Black as...
The Denver Post Nov 2, 2018
Rockies general manger Jeff Bridich talks hot stove topics, including Nolan Arenado, the bullpen and more
The offseason to-do list for Jeff Bridich is long and intensive. His answers on a Friday conference call with local media indicated as such, as the Rockies' general manager has plenty of decisions to make as free agency begins to heat up.
