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Today - we're catching up with Major League Baseball writer Nick Groke about our series looking at 30 years of Rockies baseball and how fans keep coming back despite the team's losing history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
00:00 Nick Groke is in for Andy today with Nate, so of course we have some Rockies talk here. 17:16 Would the Rockies trade Kyle Freeland? 37:25 The departure of Erik Johnson from Denver.
Coach talks high school sports with Union Tribune writer John Maffei and gets you ready for the upcoming Padres-Rockies series with Rockies writer for the Athletic, Nick Groke.
Is Kris Bryant back? Can Charlie Blackmon be an All-Star...or trade bait? Can the Colorado Rockies bullpen be that much better? We asked Nick Groke from The Athletic for his insights on what to expect at 20th and Blake in 2023.
Joined by Nick Groke of The Athletic this week to talk about Rockies coaching staff changes and the owners letter to fans. What do these things mean...if anything? Nick has great insight and opinions.
In The Athletic, Nick Groke writes about the success Yency Almonte is having this season, he joins a long list, especially of pitchers, who have left Colorado and gone on to more success. One pitcher has shut the door on the Rockies twice in this series. Why do the Rockies continue to do this, will they ever learn and embrace analytics? Plus, the Rockies can't lose six in a row at home, unacceptable. Follow the show on Twitter @LORockies and the host Paul Holden @PaulHolden33 BetOnline Today's Episode is brought to you by BetOnline. BetOnline has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts! Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Blue Nile Today's episode is brought to you by Blue Nile. Make your moment sparkle with jewelry from Bluenile.com, and [LOCKED ON SPORTS] listeners get $50 off purchases of $500 or more. This podcast exclusive includes engagement! Use code [LOCKEDON] at checkout. Sports Card Investor Today's episode is brought to you by Sports Card Investor. Download the Sports Card Investor App today and easily browse over 630K cards from every sport, with hundreds more added each week . Available for free in the Google Play and Apple App stores or go to sportscardinvestor dot com backslash lockedon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In The Athletic, Nick Groke writes about the success Yency Almonte is having this season, he joins a long list, especially of pitchers, who have left Colorado and gone on to more success. One pitcher has shut the door on the Rockies twice in this series. Why do the Rockies continue to do this, will they ever learn and embrace analytics? Plus, the Rockies can't lose six in a row at home, unacceptable. Follow the show on Twitter @LORockies and the host Paul Holden @PaulHolden33BetOnlineToday's Episode is brought to you by BetOnline. BetOnline has you covered this season with more props, odds and lines than ever before. BetOnline – Where The Game Starts!Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Blue NileToday's episode is brought to you by Blue Nile. Make your moment sparkle with jewelry from Bluenile.com, and [LOCKED ON SPORTS] listeners get $50 off purchases of $500 or more. This podcast exclusive includes engagement! Use code [LOCKEDON] at checkout.Sports Card InvestorToday's episode is brought to you by Sports Card Investor. Download the Sports Card Investor App today and easily browse over 630K cards from every sport, with hundreds more added each week . Available for free in the Google Play and Apple App stores or go to sportscardinvestor dot com backslash lockedon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We've got eight games on the MLB betting menu to start the week. Michael Beller and Nick Groke offer up their favorite plays for the day on this episode of Best on the Board. Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow Nick on Twitter: @nickgroke Subscribe to Best on the Board Apple: https://bit.ly/BoBApple Spotify: https://bit.ly/BoBSP Subscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Email us: tafantasysports@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do you get when you mix statistical stabilization points with the end of the first month of the baseball season. A mAprilstrom, of course. Nick Groke joins Beller and Al on this episode of The Athletic Fantasy Baseball Podcast to discuss which hot starts we can take at face value, and which ones we should look at dubiously. Follow Nick on Twitter: @nickgroke Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Email us: fantasypods@theathletic.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week in the MLB world gets started with a seven-game slate on Monday. Michael Beller and Nick Groke offer up their best bets for the day on this episode of Best on the Board Follow Beller on Twitter: @MBeller Follow Nick on Twitter: @nickgroke Subscribe to Best on the Board Apple: https://bit.ly/BoBApple Spotify: https://bit.ly/BoBSP Subscribe to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/AthleticFantasy Email us: tafantasysports@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred announced that for the first time since 1994, the league is canceling games due to a work stoppage. Today, we're joined by The Athletic's Nick Groke — who covers the Colorado Rockies — to look at why that team's owner, Dick Monfort, has emerged as a key figure in the failed negotiations. And, with both sides currently at an impasse, exactly how long could this lockout last? Follow Nick Groke's coverage of the Rockies, and the MLB lockout: https://theathletic.com/author/nick-groke/?source=theleadpodcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
0:00 Mitch Moss, of Follow The Money on VSiN, joins K&L. 12:13 Nick Groke of The Athletic joins K&L to discuss the MLB lockout, how the hiatus has directly affected the Rockies offseason, if there's any truth to the Owners threat of shortening the upcoming season, and more insight into the Owners and Players disagreement. 36:31 Multiple teams would reportedly be willing to trade for Deshaun Watson without a settlement of civil cases.
On this episode of the podcast, we talk about a bevy of different things. We talk about the DH with the Colorado Rockies with external and internal options, including the one that Nick Groke of The Athletic says will only happen "if you believe in the tooth fairy." We also discuss the lockout with a positive outlook on when it will end and a negative outlook and then we discuss some of the Hall of Fame Era Committee selections that we have been surprised by in a good way or bad way with our series at Call To The Pen. You can check out our look at the Hall of Fame case for former Dodgers outfielder Reggie Smith here, the case for his former teammate with the Red Sox, pitcher Luis Tiant here, and all of our daily content on Rox Pile here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nick Groke of The Athletic had an article on Tuesday looking at fan sentiment on a number of different things for the Rockies and it's obvious that fans trust one person that's not a player. We discuss why that's the case and why other personnel are so distrusted. Lastly, we give a little teaser on who will be a very special guest on our next podcast, which is our 100th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark is joined by Nick Groke from The Athletic and KOA Radio's Ed Henderson to talk about the promotion of Sterling Monfort and the prospects for the revamped Rockies front office...Manny "takes a day."
Nick Groke and Eno Sannis of the Athletic have more on the Jon Gray situation, we discuss that and the Rockies have made moves in the research and development department, according to Danielle Allentuck. This is a good sign of change for the team! Plus more World Series coverage from our Locked On MLB Insiders. Follow the show on Twitter @LORockies and the host of the show Paul Holden @PaulHolden33Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick Groke and Eno Sannis of the Athletic have more on the Jon Gray situation, we discuss that and the Rockies have made moves in the research and development department, according to Danielle Allentuck. This is a good sign of change for the team! Plus more World Series coverage from our Locked On MLB Insiders. Follow the show on Twitter @LORockies and the host of the show Paul Holden @PaulHolden33 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
0:00 Nick Groke of The Athletic joins K&L to get a very candid look at the Rockies 2021 season, Trevor Story's future, why it will not be in Colorado, and some thoughts on why the Rockies are not very good at celebrating their history. Also, Rocky movie news. 38:03 Obafemi Ayanbadejo, color analyst for Ravens radio, joins K&L to get his thoughts on Lamar Jackson vs Teddy Bridgewater this weekend, his assessment of the Ravens defense, and more. 50:09 More on the Halftime Show for Super Bowl 56.
0:00 The strongest candidates to become the next GM of the Rockies. 9:48 Nick Groke of the Athletic joins K&L to talk about all things Rockies: his thoughts on the future of the organization, why the Rockies aren't taking trade calls, the best GM candidates available, and more. 26:21 More on the NBA Finals Game 2 tonight. 38:23 Going over some the festivities that will be availble in Denver for All Star weekend.
In tis episode, Paul Holden reacts to last night's heartbreaker of a loss in Arizona. Plus, we take a look at a piece in the Athletic detailing the Rockies mindset on trades right now. Spoiler, it ain't good. Nick Groke's piece can be found at this link https://theathletic.com/2692965/2021/07/07/german-marquez-is-off-the-table-in-trade-and-the-rockies-have-gone-dark/Follow the show on Twitter @LORockies and the host @PaulHolden33Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.Rock AutoAmazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.Fully Loaded ChewFully Loaded Chew is offering LOCKED ON “TEAM” listeners a special offer – Rightnow you can try a can for just $1. Go to www.fullyloadedchew.com and use promo code: “LockedOn” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In tis episode, Paul Holden reacts to last night's heartbreaker of a loss in Arizona. Plus, we take a look at a piece in the Athletic detailing the Rockies mindset on trades right now. Spoiler, it ain't good. Nick Groke's piece can be found at this link https://theathletic.com/2692965/2021/07/07/german-marquez-is-off-the-table-in-trade-and-the-rockies-have-gone-dark/ Follow the show on Twitter @LORockies and the host @PaulHolden33 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. BetOnline AG There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. Fully Loaded Chew Fully Loaded Chew is offering LOCKED ON “TEAM” listeners a special offer – Right now you can try a can for just $1. Go to www.fullyloadedchew.com and use promo code: “LockedOn” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
00:00 Rockies beat the Cardinal's in Nolan's return to Denver. 12:50 American sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson gets suspended for testing positive for marijuana. 21:16 Nick Groke of The Athletic joins the show to talk Rockies. 35:22 Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com joins the show to talk Broncos and NFL.
11:00 – The Cardinals wasted another fantastic Waino start 11:15 – Would you trade the playoffs this year for a big name SS for next year & Beyond? 11:30 – Blues Ice Breakers: Has Jaden Schwartz been relegated to backup plan status for the Blues? 11:45 – Questions and Answers 12:00 – How do you hear this quote from Mike Shildt? 12:15 – Nick Groke a Rockies insider for the Athletic on Arenado's return to Colorado and if the Cardinals could pull of a trade for Trevor Story 12:45 - The Junk Drawer 1:00 – Last night is a loss that will stick with the Cardinals 1:15 – Has the Blues relationship with Vladi hit it's logical end? 1:30 – One Gotta Go 1:45 – The Crossover
0:00 Bean salads, the greatest girl scout cookies of all time, and Nick Groke had some suggestions as to how to fix the Rockies. 14:37 More on Demaryius Thomas announcing his retirement from the NFL. Also, the greatest offensive players in Broncos franchise history. 21:05 Jeff Legwold joins K&L to discuss the Broncos offseason so far, his overall thoughts on Demaryius Thomas announcing his retirement, the training camp checklist for Drew Lock and Teddy Bridgewater, some updates on Deshaun Watson and Aaron Rodgers, and the future of Mile High Stadium with news of the Bears possibly moving to a new stadium. 39:07 Kyle Freeland gets injured after running the bases in today's game.
0:00 Devin Booker is searching for the “Suns in four” guy. 17:11 The Nuggets season is over. 24:52 Nick Groke of The Athletic joins K&L to his interview with Clint Hurdle, if Clint could join the front office, and more. 37:46 Maxx Crosby seems to have leveled up after visiting Von Miller's “Pass-Rush Summit”.
Adam Copeland is joined by Athletic Astros Writer Jake Kaplan about the article he did with Nick Groke about how they would tier out the upcoming free-agent shortstop class. Jake covers the Astros and talks a little bit about their hot start to the season and his take on opposing fans reacting to the Astros this season. We jump into the SS tiers for the upcoming free-agent class and Corey Seager is the #1 tier. Below him are Trevor Story and Carlos Correa. 3rd tier is Javy Baez of the Cubs. Tier 4 is Marcus Semien and the Giants Brandon Crawford. Age is a big factor to why Crawford is lower on the list. He could be an interesting addition to a team that has a young ss that is a year or 2 away from the bigs. You can check out the SS tiers article by Jake and Nick Groke by visiting: https://theathletic.com/2597670/2021/05/20/mlb-free-agent-shortstop-tiers-trevor-story-or-corey-seager-carlos-correa-or-javier-baez/ You can read all of Jake's great MLB and Astros coverage by visiting: https://theathletic.com/author/jake-kaplan/ And you can follow him on Twitter @jakemkaplan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
0:00 One baseball minor league will implement a home-run derby to replace extra innings. 12:24 Skrewball of the Day: Florida man who attempted to rob a bank was perhaps too patient waiting on the teller. 22:03 Nick Groke of The Athletic joins K&L to talk about all things Rockies, where they can go from here, why the Rockies are not a normal sports club, a look into the portfolio of Greg Feasel, his thoughts on the morale in the clubhouse, and more. 35:46 More on the Rockies and who they need to find to help lead the team in a different direction.
00:00 More on Jeff Bridich. 11:01 Nuggets/Grizzlies tonight. 15:40 More on Jeff Bridich. 26:48 The High Five. 41:42 Nick Groke will join the show tomorrow, and PJ Dozier trivia.
The Athletic's Tim McMaster and Nick Groke react to the news that former Rockies General Manager Jeff Bridich steps down after 7-years in the role. What went wrong? Do the organizations problems go up to the ownership level? Will the franchise struggle to attract baseball's top front office minds to fill the position in the future? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Just three seasons ago, the Colorado Rockies won 91 games and reached the postseason. Now, in 2021, they are considered by many to be the worst team in baseball. Today, we’re joined by The Athletic’s Nick Groke to look at the series of missteps that took the Rockies from contender to punchline, and how they went from one of the proudest days in their history — the signing of Nolan Arenado to a massive contract extension in 2019 — to a dramatic falling out between Arenado and the front office less than a year later. Read Nick Groke and Ken Rosenthal’s story about the Rockies-Nolan Arenado saga: https://theathletic.com/2467223/2021/03/22/communication-failures-poor-decisions-and-messy-breakups-how-it-all-went-wrong-for-the-colorado-rockies/?source=theleadpodcast
0:00 More on what the Broncos could do to make another splash towards the end of free agency. 10:31 Will there actually be a QB frenzy in the 2021 Draft? 19:36 Players that would be worth trading into the top-ten of the draft that are not QBs. 27:33 Nick Groke of The Athletic joins K&L to discuss the recent article he wrote alongside Ken Rosenthal, updates on Kyle Freeland, Trevor Story trade rumors, aftershocks of the Arenado trade, and more.
We respond to the recent Athletic report by Nick Groke and Ken Rosenthal. The report highlights the fact that full-time front-office staffers were forced to work as "clubbies", players begged Bridich to bring back DJ LeMahieu, and players felt abandoned when their first ever divisional championship was within reach. As fans we knew it was bad, but now we have the tangible evidence. The Rockies aren't just a poorly run baseball team, they are a poorly run business. On a lighter note, we had the pleasure of chatting with Albuquerque Isotopes General Manager John Traub. John shares great insight into the minor league game including what exactly a minor league GM does and how he sees baseball at altitude. Check out www.blakestreetbanter.com for more content! Follow us on Social Media https://twitter.com/blakestbanter https://www.instagram.com/blakestreetbanter https://www.facebook.com/blakestreetbanter --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blake-street-banter/message
Our team preview series rolls on with Rockies beat reporter Nick Groke joining Al Melchior and Derek VanRiper on this episode of Fantasy Baseball in 15. The guys discuss who benefits most with the trade of Nolan Arenado to St. Louis, Raimel Tapia's chances of staying atop the batting order, Sam Hilliard's role, and how the battle for saves is expected to play out in the Colorado bullpen. 1:47 Plans For Garrett Hampson & Brendan Rodgers 3:53 C.J. Cron, Greg Bird and the First Base Plan 5:53 Raimel Tapia’s Hold on the Leadoff Role 8:18 Sam Hilliard’s Role to Begin the Season 9:50 Colorado's Closer Situation 11:56 Prospect Watch: Ryan Rolison Follow Al on Twitter: @almelchiorBB Follow DVR on Twitter: @DerekVanRiper Follow Nick on Twitter: @nickgroke Subscribe to The Athletic for just $3.99/month to start: theathletic.com/baseballin15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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11:00 – The Blues have to lock up Jordan Binnington. 11:15- Do the Cardinals deserve the benefit of the doubt when it comes to their pitching? 11:30 – Colorado Rockies reporter Nick Groke for the Athletic tries to understand how this was the package the Rockies got in return. 11:45 – Questions & Answers 12:00 – Former NFL Center Matt Birk on who he likes in the Super Bowl and what matchup he is going to be watching. 12:15- Are the Cardinals done making moves? 12:30 – Nolan Arenado's Agent Joel Wolfe gives us some insight to how the trade processed worked out and how excited Nolan is to be here in St. Louis. 1:00 – It's clear Nolan Arenado needed a fresh start. Are we going to see the best of him now? 1:15 – Are We Sure...? 1:30 – The voice of the Blues Chris Kerber on the Blues defensive depth. 1:45 – The Crossover
0:00 Eagles new head coach Nick Sirianni knows what it takes to make his team smart. 13:20 Who could replace Nolan Arenadon at third base? 22:00 Nick Groke joins K&L to get the Rockies perspective on the potential trade of Nolan Arenado to St. Louis, if he thinks there is merit to the rumors, pieces the Cardinals could give up, the future for Trevor Story if Arendao leaves, Jon Gray's trade potential, and more. 37:00 The Nuggets have an opportunity to go 5-0 on their road trip tonight. Also, could Nikola Jokic play QB in the NFL?
0:00 Nick Groke of The Athletic joins K&L to discuss the Rockies avoiding arbitration with several players, DJ LeMahieu signing an extension with the Yankees, updates on Nolan Arenado, Trevor Story's future in a Rockies uniform, and more. 23:31 Has Von Miller been worth the money? Also, the Broncos' best free-agent signing in recent memory. 37:21 The era of the super team in the NBA. Plus, more Nikola Jokic conversation.
Nick Groke reported that the Rockies analytics department is shrinking and is already one of MLB's smallest and least effective
Justin Simmons WPMoY nominee, Nick Groke on the Rockies, athletes competing at advanced age, Rams-Pats
More bad news surfaced surrounding the Colorado Rockies Wednesday night, when a bombshell report dropped by Nick Groke and Eno Sarris detailed more cuts in the Rockies' already small research and development team. Ryan covers how this can, and already has, affected the club, as well as Colorado's new minor league affiliates.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you'll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More bad news surfaced surrounding the Colorado Rockies Wednesday night, when a bombshell report dropped by Nick Groke and Eno Sarris detailed more cuts in the Rockies' already small research and development team. Ryan covers how this can, and already has, affected the club, as well as Colorado's new minor league affiliates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON,” and you’ll get 20% off your next order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
At the peak of his career, Daniel Bard was a dominant relief pitcher for the Boston Red Sox. Then, he suddenly and mysteriously lost the ability to throw strikes. Now, seven years and a remarkable journey later, he's back in the big leagues and throwing heat for the Colorado Rockies. The Athletic’s Nick Groke tells us Bard’s remarkable comeback story, including his unusual path to overcoming the yips.Read Nick Groke's story about Daniel Bard's incredible comeback:https://theathletic.com/1625689/2020/02/22/daniel-bard-found-grace-through-goodwill-from-red-sox-heat-to-a-rockies-revival/?source=theleadpodcast
HR 1: Richard Fleming joins the HH&D show today to give us the ins and outs of the last couple Rapids games. HR 2: Our guy Jeff Legwold joins the guys to discuss just what the heck is going on in the NFL today. HR 3: Nick Groke joins the show to talk about the Rockies first "preseason" game that went on last night! HR4: The Nuggets have started their first official preseason game and it is the Bol Bol show! We break down what's happening in game.
HR 1: Richard Fleming joins the HH&D show today to give us the ins and outs of the last couple Rapids games. HR 2: Our guy Jeff Legwold joins the guys to discuss just what the heck is going on in the NFL today. HR 3: Nick Groke joins the show to talk about the Rockies first "preseason" game that went on last night! HR4: The Nuggets have started their first official preseason game and it is the Bol Bol show! We break down what's happening in game.
HR 1: Richard Fleming joins the HH&D show today to give us the ins and outs of the last couple Rapids games. HR 2: Our guy Jeff Legwold joins the guys to discuss just what the heck is going on in the NFL today. HR 3: Nick Groke joins the show to talk about the Rockies first "preseason" game that went on last night! HR4: The Nuggets have started their first official preseason game and it is the Bol Bol show! We break down what's happening in game.
HR 1: Richard Fleming joins the HH&D show today to give us the ins and outs of the last couple Rapids games. HR 2: Our guy Jeff Legwold joins the guys to discuss just what the heck is going on in the NFL today. HR 3: Nick Groke joins the show to talk about the Rockies first "preseason" game that went on last night! HR4: The Nuggets have started their first official preseason game and it is the Bol Bol show! We break down what's happening in game.
On this episode of the DNVR Rockies Podcast, Nick Groke of the Athletic joins Drew and Patrick to discuss the details of MLB's handling of the COVID situation and also to shine light on the Colorado Rockies secret weapon to attack their biggest issue.
Scott talks about the latest news in the MLB against the players saga that may finally be coming to an end, plus Nick Groke from The Athletic in Denver joins Ferrall to give his thoughts on it all as well. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Nick Groke of the Athletic talks all things MLB, the guys discuss the rules for NBA in Orlando and Fact Checker
Nick Groke joins the show to talk about the state of the MLB.
Our Colorado Rockies beat writer Nick Groke joins the show to discuss the Rockies. How Oracle park is the hardest place to play for the Rockies. How Coors field allows you to be more aggressive at bat. Nolan Arenado future in Colorado. And ow tough it is to pitch at Coors field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nick Groke joins the guys here to discuss all things MLB here with the proposed plan made public.
Baseball, you say? Never heard of it. We're almost two months into a global pandemic that has left us starved for baseball, and given the fact that this is a baseball podcast, that's a problem! Nick Groke, Colorado Rockies beat reporter for The Athletic, joins the Rocky Mountain Baseball Podcast to discuss what the Rockies looked like before the world shut down, why it'll be unbelievably interesting to see what they look like if/when life resumes, and how it all relates to the star player and still sort of elephant in the room, Nolan Arenado. Plus, I take a stab at a few of your questions.Really, really good stuff this week. Don't miss out, and make sure to leave us a review on iTunes if you like what you hear. If you don't like what you hear, tell me why on Twitter; I'm @rockymountainbk. Music: "Halogen Eye" by OBrother from their new record, You and I. Find them on Bandcamp and buy their records.Support the show (http://www.patreon.com/rockymtnbaseball)
We have our Sound from Around segment here as well as talk to Nick Groke about all things MLB and Rockies here.
Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about the Astros confiscating signs at spring training and Madison Bumgarner’s rodeo alter ego, Mason Saunders, then preview the 2020 Athletics (13:58) with the San Francisco Chronicle’s Susan Slusser, and the 2020 Rockies (39:47) with The Athletic’s Nick Groke, plus a postscript on the implications of Luis Severino’s season-ending […]
10 AM Hour - Marcel Ozuna signs a one-year deal with the Atlanta Braves. Where does that leave the Cardinals outfield and clean-up hitter & does this mean we'll see Dylan Carlson on the big league roster? 11 AM Hour - All but one voter put Derek Jeter in the Hall of Fame, Vlady is skating again, & a look at the Kansas-Kansas State college basketball brawl. 12 PM Hour - Does Ozuna moving out make it easier for Arenado to move in? We talk with Nick Groke, The Athletic, who covers the Colorado Rockies, plus we answer some of your questions. 1 PM Hour - Chirs Kerber, 101 ESPN & Blues Radio Network, joins us to talk blues & we head to The Junk Drawer. Plus we discuss the Aaron Hernandez documentary on Netflix and cross it over with The Fast Lane.
Jonah Keri goes full #Rocktober with The Athletic's Rockies beat writer Nick Groke on the wild and woolly NL wild-card game; the virtue of having an experienced pitching mind as your manager; homegrown Denver kid and die-hard Rockies fan turned staff ace Kyle Freeland; how greedy and short-sighted corporate ownership can torpedo a great newspaper; the role that journalism should play in society, and much more! *This episode is sponsored by www.ZipRecruiter.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the latest episode of the On The Rox podcast, The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke discuss which player is most likely to hit leadoff for the Colorado Rockies in 2018. Patrick and Nick also talk about which player comes into 2018 with the most pressure on him. Finally, Patrick closes out the show by taking reader questions from the Rockies mailbag.
Show regular/Denver Post Rockies Writer Nick "Grokester" Groke joins the program to look back on the Rockies season that was, breakdown how their season ended the way it did, and make some way-to-early predictions about how next year will shape up.
There's a high probability that Carlos Gonzalez will play his last 3 games in a Rockies uniform this weekend. Nick Groke of the Denver Post joins Nate and Ryan to reminisce about CarGo's time with the franchise, as well as discuss which Rockies player should be team MVP, even NL MVP, and preview their final home series against the Dodgers.
The Rockies beat writer for the Denver Post discusses the Rockies playoff push and their schedule down the stretch.
The Denver Post Rockies Writer joins the program to talk about this season's revolving door of Rockies starting pitchers, and give his predictions for their upcoming home series starting tonight against the Padres.
Rockies second baseman DJ LeMahieu joins the show and talks about the Rockies' fast start and his friendship with outfielder Charlie Blackmon. Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke discuss comments from ESPN's Tony Kornheiser calling Colorado a team of "frauds." Plus, Nick and Patrick talk about which Rockies starter would be best suited for a move to the bullpen.
Pitcher Chad Bettis returned to the Colorado Rockies this week, following his chemotherapy treatment, and has an ambitious timeline to pitch before the All-Star break. The Denver Post's Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke discuss when they think Bettis will return to game action, and what his role will be when he returns. In the second segment, Patrick and Nick discuss which Rockies pitcher they would send to the mound in a hypothetical must-win game at the end of the season against Clayton Kershaw and the Dodgers. Finally, Patrick catches up with Rockies pitching coach Steve Foster, to get his insight on the remarkable success of Colorado's rookie hurlers. Foster also provides a quick thumbnail on each of the Rockies starting pitchers.
Nick Groke of the Denver Post joins D.J. to discuss the significant injuries in Rockies' camp, the logic behind Ian Desmond's contract, the evolutions of DJ LeMahieu and Jon Gray, Trevor Story's breakout, and much more.
Rockies center fielder Charlie Blackmon joins On The Rox podcast to talk about spring training with Rockies beat reporter Patrick Saunders. Saunders also talks with Nick Groke of the Post about the Cactus League and what to expect in 2017 at 20th and Blake.
Free agency. Combine. NFL draft. Offensive line help. Tony Romo. What's next for the Broncos and what is most immediately pressing as their offseason buildup starts in full? Nick Groke and Nicki Jhabvala watch the steam rise.
It’s Patriots Week. That means figuring out how to stop Tom Brady and trying to stay a step ahead of Bill Belichick. How can the Broncos beat the Pats? History favors the Broncos. But should they ditch the run game? And what is the Broncos’ problem right now: talent or coaching? Nick Groke and Cameron Wolfe discuss.
The Broncos hit their bye week, finally, after a 10-game slog. A six-game sprint lingers on the other side. What is the biggest thing standing in the way of another Broncos Super Bowl run? Nick Groke and Cameron Wolfe run it down. And they also give out Broncos MVPs, rookies of the year, most improved player, biggest disappointment and more.
After the Raiders overpowered and “out-physicalled” them in Oakland, to quote Joe DeCamillis, can the Broncos get off the mat in New Orleans? It’s a tough test against Drew Brees and the high-flying Saints. Nick Groke and Cameron Wolfe get to the bottom of the problem and root out some glimmers of hope.
C.J. Anderson’s knee surgery landed him on injured reserve. Speculation ran wild, but he will not be back any time soon. What now? Can Devontae Booker step up? Who else? The Denver Post’s Nick Groke and Cameron Wolfe discuss. And special guest Todd Davis, Broncos middle linebacker, talks with Cameron about the Denver defense.
The Broncos won two in a row against Carolina. But they can’t seem to beat the Colts. Nick Groke and Cameron Wolfe look back at what Denver did so well against the Panthers — just in time to see if it’ll work against Andrew Luck and the Colts. There are some clues to pick up at Dove Valley. And straight from Brazil, would Usain Bolt line up well on the Broncos roster? Special guest Patrick Graham from The Associated Press sprints to the finish.
In this special second-half kick-starter edition of the On The Rox podcast, Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke talk about Rockies manager Walt Weiss, who continues on this season without a contract extension. Is that a clue? And Nick talks to Benjamin Hochman of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch about a triples machine and the chances of Charlie Blackmon landing with the Cardinals.
On the newest On The Rox, Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke get to the point quick: Can the Rockies survive June? It’s their most dreaded month. And who is the Rockies best pitcher? And which Rox will go to the All-Star Game? And Nick talks to C. Trent Rosecrans of the Cincinnati Enquirer about what it means to be in a baseball rebuild. Did the Reds choose more wisely than the Rockies?
On The Rox is back in the janitor’s closet at Coors Field. But Patrick Saunders and Nick Groke are talking about the elephant in the room — Walt Weiss. He’s in a contract year. But there’s been no hint of an extension. What does his future hold with the Rockies? Also hear directly from Weiss talking about his closer, Jake McGee, with a podcast rundown of Colorado’s bullpen.
On The Rox returns to get to the bottom of the Rockies’ suddenly shallow pitching depth after Jorge De La Rosa landed on the shelf. What’s next for the fearful five? Nick Groke and Patrick Saunders also argue an over/under for Trevor Story’s home run total. And we talk to Jonah Keri of CBS Sports and Sports Illustrated about where Story fits in with the other most impressive rookies this season.
In episode two of the On The Rox podcast, Nick Groke and Patrick Saunders talk about Rockies right-hander Jon Gray, the pitching rotation to start the season, shortstop Trevor Story, the bullpen and snow forts.
Ben and Sam preview the Rockies’ season with David Roth and Andrew Koo, and Sahadev talks to Denver Post Rockies beat writer Nick Groke (at 25:56).
There was a bizarre event Tuesday night in the Pioneer League, and we'll talk about it on Episode 24 of the Purple Dinosaur Podcast. Then, it will be irrelevant after one day.Nick Groke of The Denver Post joins the show for a preview of what could be ahead over the offseason for this franchise (likely nothing).Plus, the Rockies are sending four prospects to the prestigious Arizona Fall League. We'll talk about them, preview the Minor League Baseball postseason a bit, and discuss which team you should cheer for in the Australian Baseball League. All that and more on the 24th edition of the PDP!
With four weeks to go in the minor league season, we're going prospect-heavy on Episode 21. Tyler and Anthony give you some names to watch out for coming down the pike (or pipe...whichever) from the 2014 draft. Plus, we'll give you an update on the Rockies' top prospects including Jonathan Gray, David Dahl, Ryan McMahon, Raimel Tapia, and more..We're also taking LISTENER QUESTIONS FOR THE FIRST TIME ZOMFG. And a discussion of Tulo's latest comments to our good pal Nick Groke of the Post.Oh, also there's a pretty lengthy discussion on what constitutes a sandwich and what doesn't. So...you know, there's that, too.
We're tackling hard-hitting issues in Episode 11 of the Purple Dinosaur Podcast, such as: what, exactly, is the second line behind "JOSIE'S ON A VACATION FAAAAR AAAWAY" in Charlie Blackmon's walk-up song?Plus, we chat with Nick Groke about the Rockies' next move to solve issues in the back end of the rotation, including Tyler Matzek's prospects for a call-up, possible trade rumblings, and more.It's a full-length episode this week! So, for that, we apologize for the hour and seven minutes you'll waste on it!