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Rockies’ losing skid at 5 games

Nothing seemed to go right for Michael McKenry (8) and the Rockies on Sunday – and the entire weekend –…

May 3, 2015

Orioles to play in empty ballpark

On Wednesday afternoon at Camden Yards, the Baltimore Orioles will host the Chicago White Sox in a regular season baseball…

April 28, 2015

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Raining on Coors Field’s 20th anniversary parade

David Zalubowski/Associated Press<br><br>Rain had fans bolting from Coors Field on Sunday. The day’s game and festivities – the Rockies were…

April 26, 2015

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Rockies continue Giant mastery

Charlie Blackmon provided power for the Rockies on Friday with a solo home run.David Zalubowski/Associated Press Charlie Blackmon added a…

April 23, 2015

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Norris’ 2-run double lifts Padres over Rockies, 7-6

Colorado’s Charlie Blackmon rounds the bases after hitting a two-run triple against the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night in…

April 20, 2015

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Padres jump out early, rout Rockies

Colorado manager Walt Weiss’ reaction said it all during Monday’s 14-3 loss to San Diego in Denver.Jack Dempsey/Associated Press Derek…

April 19, 2015

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Long ball dooms Rockies

Rookie Scott Oberg gave up homers to Howie Kendrick, Scott Van Slyke and Joc Pederson during a five-run sixth inning,…

April 19, 2015

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Rockies spoil Giant party

Eddie Butler, Colorado’s first-round pick in 2012, lived up to that billing Monday, pitching the Rockies past the Giants, and…

April 13, 2015

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Rockies move Hawkins out of closer role

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher LaTroy Hawkins was relieved of his closer duties after giving up a two-run homer with two…

April 13, 2015

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Fowler’s homer off Hawkins gives Cubs 6-5 win over Rockies

Colorado shortstop Daniel Descalso, left, and the Rockies kept the Cubs down for much of Sunday’s game, despite some shaky…

April 12, 2015

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First loss of season for Rockies

Colorado Rockies shortstop Troy Tulowitzki jumps to throw out Chicago Cubs’ Jason Hammel to end the top of the fifth…

April 10, 2015

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Rockies down Cubs 5-1, off to first 4-0 start in 20 years

Colorado’s Troy Tulowitzki was all fired-up after hitting a two-run double Friday as the Rockies rolled to their first 4-0…

April 10, 2015

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Openers: A-Rod cheered, Miami rain delay booed

Alex Rodriguez collected a single Monday – and even a few supporters – as his comeback from suspension kicked off…

April 6, 2015

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Kendrick, Rockies trounce Brewers 10-0 in opener

Colorado Rockies left fielder Corey Dickerson started the Rockies’ season off with a bang, homering in the first inning Monday…

April 6, 2015

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Play ball! Openers on deck

Bryce Harper, left, and the Washington Nationals, will be celebrating a new beginning when they host the New York Mets…

April 5, 2015

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Rockies, Brewers look forward to healthy starts

If they can stay healthy, Troy Tulowitzki (2), Carlos Gonzalez (5) and the Rockies could celebrate improvement this season.Jack Dempsey/Associated…

April 5, 2015

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Closing the door on opening night

Jason Heyward had a memorable debut for St. Louis with three hits, including this double Sunday night.Chris Lee/Associated Press Jason…

April 4, 2015

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Butler shaky, Rockies fall in spring finale

Eddie Butler was shaky in his final audition for a starting job, giving up a two-run home run to Logan…

April 4, 2015

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Hawkins struggles; A’s rout Rockies

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher LaTroy Hawkins continued to struggle this spring, retiring just one of six batters Monday, raising his…

March 30, 2015

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Rockies’ Gonzalez say he’s OK after knee scare

Colorado Rockies right fielder Carlos Gonzalez declared himself pain-free Sunday after leaving a game two days earlier with pain in…

March 29, 2015

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Rockies’ Gray again makes a statement

Justin Morneau (33) went 0-for-3 in his return to the Rockies’ lineup after being out with elbow problems.Ben Margot/Associated Press…

March 23, 2015

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Salazar effective for Indians in 10-5 win over Rockies

Salazar had only pitched in simulated games since his last start on March 11. He allowed a home run to…

March 21, 2015

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Ethier hits 2-run HR, Dodgers fall to Rockies

Colorado Rockies’ Jhoulys Chacin throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday in Scottsdale, Ariz.Ben Margot/Associated Press A two-time All-Star,…

March 21, 2015

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Rockies’ De La Rosa injured in loss to A’s

Jorge De La Rosa’s status as the starting pitcher for Colorado in its home opener could be iffy as he…

March 20, 2015