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Manning takes workout regimen to Duke (PA SportsTicker)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:25:15 PST

Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and Rockies first baseman Todd Helton have been working out at Duke this week, an athletic department spokesman says Thursday.

Rockies Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:09:18 PST

The Rockies upgraded their rotation while cutting into their bullpen depth Feb. 6, dealing right-handed starter Jason Hammel and right-handed reliever Matt Lindstrom to the Orioles in exchange for right-handed starter Jeremy Guthrie.

Guthrie, who turns 33 on April 8, has pitched at least 190 innings each of the past four seasons. He posted a 9-17 record and a 4.33 ERA in 34 games (32 starts) last season.

The trade occurred on the day when the Orioles were schedule to oppose Guthrie in an arbitration hearing. Guthrie had sought a $10.25 million salary, while Baltimore had offered him $7.25 million. The pitcher and the Rockies settled on a one-year, $8.2 million deal in Guthrie's final season before he becomes eligible for free agency.

Guthrie's agent, Brodie Van...

Rockies acquire Guthrie from Orioles (The Canadian Press)

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:30:39 PST

DENVER - The Colorado Rockies acquired veteran right-hander Jeremy Guthrie from the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, a move that bolsters their young rotation.

MLB roundup: Orioles had exploratory talks with Ramirez's agent (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:50:17 PST

The Baltimore Orioles have had "exploratory talks" with the agent for free-agent Manny Ramirez, Orioles executive vice president of baseball operations Dan Duquette said during a conference call with reporters on Monday.

Orioles deal Guthrie to Rox for two pitchers (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:40:16 PST

The Baltimore Orioles traded pitcher Jeremy Guthrie to the Colorado Rockies for a pair of pitchers in Jason Hammel and Matt Lindstrom on Monday. Guthrie was 9-17 last season, but had a 4.33 ERA and 130 strikeouts to 66 walks. Guthrie, who was closing in on a likely arbitration...

Baltimore flips Jeremy Guthrie to Colorado for Jason Hammel and Matt Lindstrom (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:06:25 PST

Faced with the prospect of a long arbitration hearing the Monday after the Super Bowl, the Baltimore Orioles took the easy way out with Jeremy Guthrie and traded him to the Colorado Rockies. In return for the 32-year-old righthander, the … Continue reading →

Rockies, Belisle agree on 1-year deal, option (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:01:17 PST

Matt Belisle signed a one-year deal with the Colorado Rockies that included a mutual option for the next season, the team announced on Friday. The righty reliever, who won a career-high 10 games last season, will be paid $4.1 million next season and could earn $4.25 million the...

Belisle, Rockies add 2013 and $4.35 million (AP)

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:12:33 PST

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 $3,775,000 this year and allows him to earn an additional $225,000 in bonuses based on games finished.

Colorado GM tries a classic Rockies approach (Yahoo! Sports)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:31:00 PST

Dan O'Dowd turned to a collection of graybeards in pursuit of consistency that has eluded the Rockies.

Angels GM Jerry Dipoto handwrites a response to fan’s trade suggestion (Yahoo! Sports)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:43:04 PST

Every sports fan has something they would like to personally express to a person in power representing their favorite team(s). Whether it be a trade suggestion, concern over player salaries, frustrations over loyalty to the manager or coach, ticket prices, … Continue reading →

MLB 2012 Colorado Rockies Spring Training Schedule (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:33:00 PST

With the start of spring training right around the corner, fans of the Colorado Rockies have plenty to look forward to this season. Will this be the year the Rockies take it to the next level and claim a National League championship?

Arizona Diamondbacks CEO Derrick Hall won't let his cancer change the best workplace in sports (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:11:00 PST

A candidate to succeed Bud Selig as MLB commissioner, Hall is feeling better two months after his prostate was removed.

Branca steals the show from Red Sox manager, ex-GM (PA SportsTicker)

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:38:30 PST

By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer

Top MLB Home Run Hitters Born in Colorado: Fan’s Review (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:52:00 PST

MLB players born in Colorado do not feature many top home run hitters in baseball history. Home of the Colorado Rockies, this state is home to the NL West team and is the birthplace of over 80 MLB players. Here's a look at the top 10 home run hitters with a hometown in...

No questions asked: Twins say they're set in OF (PA SportsTicker)

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:14:35 PST

By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Sports Writer

Rafael Betancourt's New Contract Makes a Lot of Sense for Colorado Rockies: A Fan's Take (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:39:00 PST

The Colorado Rockies have continued their aggressive offseason by making another move in regards to their pitching staff. The Rockies extended closer Rafael Betancourt's contract through 2013. Betancourt's deal pays him the $4 million he was already due this year, plus...

‘Hold me, Slider’: Manny Acta’s tender mascot hug (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:52:33 PST

The first instinct is to make fun of Cleveland Indians manager Manny Acta and his way-too-sincere embrace of Slider, the team's whatizit mascot. But after further review, I can't ascertain that this isn't the moment that Acta first learned of … Continue reading →

Oakland A's Game Leaders Over History: Who Would Be on the Team? (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:22:00 PST

I love baseball statistics, so I was thinking the other day, what would the Oakland A's team look like if you took all the players who played the most games for the Athletics at each position and put them together? There is no doubt the odds of them going to the World Series...

Betancourt signs extension with Rockies (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:45:15 PST

Relief pitcher Rafael Betancourt officially signed his contract extension with the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday, a deal that had been reported last week. Betancourt, who is scheduled to become the Rockies' closer this season, will make $4 million this year, according to the...

Rockies add year and $4.25 million for Betancourt (AP)

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:15:30 PST

Rafael Betancourt has a new deal to go with his new role as Colorado's closer. The Rockies' right-handed reliever agreed Wednesday to an $8.5 million, two-year contract that guarantees him an additional $4.25 million. The Venezuela native saved eight of nine games filling in for an injured Huston Street last August.

A's agree to terms with right-hander Bartolo Colon (PA SportsTicker)

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:39:32 PST

By JANIE McCAULEY AP Baseball Writer

Colorado Rockies Finally Get Their Second Baseman from Boston Red Sox: A Fan's Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:16:00 PST

The last major acquisition of the offseason is now complete, and the Colorado Rockies are going to head into spring training next month with a heavily made-over team from the 2011 squad. After weeks of speculation, the Rockies completed a trade with the Boston Red Sox that will...

Omar comin’! Blue Jays sign 44-year-old Vizquel to minor-league deal (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:42:41 PST

If you were worried about preparing yourself for a baseball season that doesn't include Omar Vizquel, the 44-year-old infielder is doing his best to make sure you won't miss him. Vizquel will try to keep this baseball thing going for … Continue reading →

MLB roundup: Yankees to make Posada retirement official on Tuesday (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:30:22 PST

The New York Yankees are expected to formally announce the retirement of catcher/designated hitter Jorge Posada at a Tuesday morning press conference in Yankee Stadium. Posada, one of the team's best catchers in the storied franchise's history, made his decision weeks ago...

Scottsdale set to cash in on Spring Training (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:40:17 PST

As the home of the Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks, Salt River Fields is a hot destination to see Spring Training baseball. With a popular Rockies team soon to prepare for another season and the improving D-Backs, this spring is expected to be even hotter according to...

Kevin Millwood joins the Seattle Mariners (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 04:17:01 PST

Now that Michael Pineda has been traded to the New York Yankees, the Seattle Mariners have a hole in their rotation. The team reportedly now has a body to fill the space in the form of Kevin Millwood. MLB.com reports … Continue reading →

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