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Rough start helps Reynolds adjust

DENVER -- An early taste of struggles could be the key to left-handed relief pitcher Matt Reynolds completing a quick trip to the Major Leagues. Reynolds, 25, selected in the 20th round in the 2007 Draft, is 13-11 with six saves and a 2.65 ERA in 122 ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  23 Nov 2009

Related Topics: Joe Beimel

Marquis tops free-agent list for Rox

The Rockies have made no secret of their build-from-within philosophy in recent years, but that doesn't mean they will sit on the sideline during the free-agent signing period, which begins Thursday night at 10:01 p.m. MT. While the high-priced free ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  19 Nov 2009

Related Topics: Dan O'Dowd,  Jason Giambi,  American League,  Jason Marquis,  Luis Vizcaino

Tracy rewarded with NL Manager honor

DENVER -- Jim Tracy took over the Rockies on May 29 hoping to straighten out specific problems. That he did, and for it, Tracy received on Wednesday an honor he deserved -- the National League Manager of the Year Award, as voted on by the Baseball ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  18 Nov 2009

Related Topics: National League,  Clint Hurdle,  Jim Tracy,  Tony La Russa,  Joe Torre

Tracy expected to add more hardware

When Tracy replaced Clint Hurdle as manager on May 29, the Rockies were 18-28. Under Tracy, they went 74-42 and earned the National League Wild Card berth. Tracy became the third manager in history to take a team that was at least 10 games below .500 ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  17 Nov 2009

Related Topics: Clint Hurdle,  National League,  Don Baylor,  Cito Gaston,  Joe Morgan

Walker's impact shows in trophy case

DENVER -- Before the 1995 season, the Rockies signed free-agent outfielder Larry Walker to help lead a young franchise to success. Walker did it, helping the team to the playoffs in just their third season. Walker then proceeded to spend years filling ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  16 Nov 2009

Related Topics: Larry Walker,  National League,  Don Baylor,  Jason Jennings,  Mike Hampton

Hunter wins Branch Rickey Award

DENVER -- Torii Hunter was surrounded by opulence Saturday night. The Denver Marriott City Center Hotel was being prepared for a banquet to honor Hunter as the 2009 winner of the Branch Rickey Award for humanitarian contributions. One of the ballrooms ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  14 Nov 2009

Related Topics: Branch Rickey,  Torii Hunter,  Andre Agassi,  Washington Redskins,  Kirby Puckett

Rockies decline option on Betancourt

DENVER -- The Rockies have declined a $5 million option for 2010 on right-handed reliever Rafael Betancourt, but are continuing to negotiate in hopes of reaching a contract agreement. General manager Dan O'Dowd said this week he and Betancourt's ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  13 Nov 2009

Related Topics: National League,  Rafael Betancourt,  Dan O'Dowd,  Philadelphia Phillies,  Manuel Corpas

Rockies hope to agree with Betancourt

DENVER -- The Rockies are hoping to hammer out an agreement with Rafael Betancourt before Friday's deadline for the club to decide whether to exercise a $5 million option for the right-handed pitcher. Rockies general manager Dan O'Dowd said Wednesday, ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  12 Nov 2009

Related Topics: Major League Baseball,  Rafael Betancourt,  Dan O'Dowd,  Manuel Corpas,  Taylor Buchholz

Inbox: What's next for Hawpe and Atkins?

What will the Rockies do with Garrett Atkins and Brad Hawpe? -- Paula Q., Broomfield, Colo. Could either be traded? Sure. Will it happen? There are forces working against a deal in both cases. The Rockies are expected to non-tender Atkins, so teams ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  11 Nov 2009

Related Topics: Garrett Atkins,  Brad Hawpe,  Carlos Gonzalez,  Major League Baseball,  Chris Iannetta

Contreras, Beimel file for free agency

DENVER -- Right-hander Jose Contreras and left-hander Joe Beimel, both late-season additions to the Rockies' bullpen, each filed for free agency on Monday. Colorado can still negotiate to retain both, but will have to bid against other teams. Also ...

From THOMAS HARDING, MLB.com,  9 Nov 2009

Related Topics: Jose Contreras,  Joe Beimel,  Josh Fogg,  Matt Herges,  Cleveland Indians

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