Rocks need to clean up sloppy "D"
The Denver Post is reporting The Rockies recorded baseball's worst fielding percentage this spring, and though there are some legitimate excuses for that, the defense has hurt them early this season.
Jeff Francis' return derailed, reporting arm painThe Denver Post is reporting "The Rockies suddenly have become the trendy pick to win the National League West, if not the NL pennant. But if they're going to do it, it will be, at least in the short run, without two key members of their pitching staff.
Rockies Talk, Rockies to sign Ortiz; Giambi deal closeColorado.rockies.mlb.com is reporting The Rockies will announce on Sunday the signing of veteran right-hander Russ Ortiz to a Minor League contract, and they're close to signing slugger Jason Giambi to a Minor League deal, a baseball official confirmed Saturday night.
The two would represent veteran reinforcements for Colorado down the stretch run.
Rockies looking for a left Handed RelieverColorado wants a left-handed reliever, but it is not going to give up a prospect like Triple-A second baseman Eric Young Jr. to get one. The Pirates are among the teams that love Young. They have John Grabow, but again, the Rockies aren’t interested in moving Young.
Rockies Manager Clint Hurdle on the Hot SeatThe Devner Post is reporting that Rockies Manager Clint Hurdle is on the Hotseat. Rockies GM stated on a phone interview with the Devner Post "It's a misnomer to say we are on a daily Clint watch. I am giving Clint the benefit of the doubt for now," O'Dowd said. "It's unfair to blame him solely for us playing like horse manure. I am just as accountable." "So, there's no timeline on this. But we need to play better."
Jeff Francis could be out for the Season Colorado Rockies starter
Jeff Francis could potentially miss the 2009 season if he decides to opt for shoulder surgery. The left-hander was hindered by shoulder issues last season and told TEAM 1040 radio in Vancouver he may have to go the surgical route as his off season program has yet to help matters.
