<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Rockieshome News</title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com</link><description>Colorado Rockies Fans Website</description><item><title><![CDATA[BULLPEN HANGS TOUGH IN WIN PIRATES 7 ROCKIES 4 BATTLES THROUGH LONG RAIN DELAY ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/bullpen-hangs-tough-in-win-pirates-7-rockies-4-battles-through-long-rain-delay-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ThePirates have no long reliever.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2550.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[??? Home attendance]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Pirates Preview 2009-05-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-pirates-preview-2551.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One day after their lack of offense helped make them the victims of a ninth-inning comeback, the Pittsburgh Pirates had plenty of success at the plate. They'll try to duplicate that performance for Zach Duke.Duke looks to match his win total from last sea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates 7, Rockies 4]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/pirates-7-rockies-4.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Pittsburgh Pirates got a reprieve from the rain.Ian Snell struggled before the delay, but the bullpen shut down the Colorado Rockies after the rain let up for a 7-4 victory Saturday night.Nate McLouth homered and five relievers allowed only one run on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jim Tracy still fond of Pittsburgh ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/jim-tracy-still-fond-of-pittsburgh-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Tracy insists he has no hard feelings toward thePirates.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates weather delay to top Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/pirates-weather-delay-to-top-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nate McLouth homered, Andy LaRoche and Delwyn Young each had two hits and two RBIs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Colorado Rockies 7-4 Saturday night.Jack Wilson added two RBIs, Brandon Moss had two hits and scored twice for Pittsburgh, which has wo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2555.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[??? How they scored]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2556.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hitting coach Don Baylor is in a Denver hospital with pneumonia and did not travel with the Rockies to Pittsburgh, the first stop on a three-city, 10-game road trip. It is not known when Baylor might rejoin the team.  --The Rockies won Friday for just t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2557.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Todd Helton went 1-for-4, reaching base on a single up the middle in the third which 2B Freddy Sanchez knocked down. Helton needs two hits to reach 2,000. --RHP Huston Street has made nine straight scoreless appearances, covering eight innings, and h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2540.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Hitting coach Don Baylor is in a Denver hospital with pneumonia and did not travel with the Rockies to Pittsburgh, the first stop on a three-city, 10-game road trip. It is not known when Baylor might rejoin the team.  --The Rockies won Friday for just t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2541.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Todd Helton went 1-for-4, reaching base on a single up the middle in the third which 2B Freddy Sanchez knocked down. Helton needs two hits to reach 2,000. --RHP Huston Street has made nine straight scoreless appearances, covering eight innings, and h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2542.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Jorge De La Rosa used to be considered a pitcher with plenty of stuff but one who could be inconsistent and prone to letting his emotions get the better of him. Lately, that hasn't been the case. De La Rosa still hasn't won in seven starts, bu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scouting the Rockies ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/scouting-the-rockies-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies vs.Pirates]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado rocks Capps in 9th ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rocks-capps-in-9th-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The great hunt for Matt Capps' flaw -- whether it is physical, mechanical or mental -- began Friday night, a few minutes after the Colorado Rockies swiped a 3-1 victory from thePirates.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Pirates Preview 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-pirates-preview-2545.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brad Hawpe has been on a tear of late, and the Colorado Rockies are capitalizing.After powering a comeback victory for Colorado, Hawpe looks to continue his hot hitting Saturday night when the Rockies face the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates in the middle g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawpe's 2-run HR lifts Rox over Pirates]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/hawpe-s-2-run-hr-lifts-rox-over-pirates.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies felt they were robbed of a tying run in the eighth inning. So they went out and won it in the ninth.Brad Hawpe's two-run homer was part of Colorado's three-run ninth inning and the Rockies rallied for a 3-1 victory over the Pittsburgh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodriguez exceeds normal K ration, stymies Rockies Lefty mixes pitches well, fans 11 in Astros' 5-3 win ASTROS: Bourn swipes hom]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rodriguez-exceeds-normal-k-ration-stymies-rockies-lefty-mixes-pitches-well-fans-11-in-astros-5-3-win-astros-bourn-swipes-home-in-double-steal-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DENVER - Wandy Rodriguez continued his ascension to front-line status Thursday afternoon at Coors Field, collecting the most strikeouts in a game by anAstros lefthander since a guy named Randy Johnson captured Houston's attention in 1998.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies add Flores, cut Rusch]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-add-flores-cut-rusch.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies added Randy Flores to their roster while designating Glendon Rusch for assignment in a swap of veteran left-handed relievers Friday.Flores, a six-year veteran and non-roster invitee of the Rockies in spring training, was 0-2 with a 5.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2531.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[n Today]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SANCHEZ'S DIVING STOP ESPN'S NO. 1 PLAY PIRATES NOTEBOOK ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sanchez-s-diving-stop-espn-s-no-1-play-pirates-notebook-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ThePirates' clubhouse still was abuzz yesterday about second baseman Freddy Sanchez's superb diving stop Wednesday on Albert Pujols, notably that it was No. 1 on ESPN's nightly "Top 10 Plays" segment.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2533.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies fell to 2-4 in rubber games of series with a 5-3 loss to the Astros on Thursday that completed a 3-5 homestand. The Rockies are 7-10 at Coors Field. What looms now is a 10-game road trip to Pittsburgh, Atlanta and Detroit, a trek that could de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2534.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Todd Helton went 2-for-4 Thursday, leaving him three hits away from 2,000 in his career. The Rockies open a series Friday at Pittsburgh, where Helton made his major league debut Aug. 2, 1997, albeit at Three Rivers Stadium. That day, he singled off R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2535.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Troy Tulowitzki didn't play Thursday after suffering a contusion on his left elbow when Astros reliever Alberto Arias hit him with a pitch in the seventh inning Wednesday. However, Tulowitzki said his elbow wasn't bothering him. It was his left shin,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Pirates Preview 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-pirates-preview-2536.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies have struggled to hit well on the road this season. Todd Helton is not to blame.Closing in on a career milestone, the 13-year veteran looks to help the Rockies avoid a third straight loss as they begin a 10-game road trip Friday night]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros' bats come alive to pound Rockies 24-hit attack includes at least 2 from each starter ASTROS: Hits fall 1 short of team r]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/astros-bats-come-alive-to-pound-rockies-24-hit-attack-includes-at-least-2-from-each-starter-astros-hits-fall-1-short-of-team-record-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros update]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ASTROS SUMMARY How they scored ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/astros-summary-how-they-scored-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Checking in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros 5, Rockies 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/astros-5-rockies-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Michael Bourn can't remember ever stealing home before.Sure, he's wanted to. Even studied the tendencies of catchers just in case the opportunity ever arose.Finally, his chance came Thursday. Bourn took off on a double steal and became the latest player t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2522.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Marquis began the season slotted third in the Rockies rotation. In truth, he profiles more as a fifth starter, a pitcher likely to finish the season around .500, maybe a game or two better, and capable of working about 190 innings. The right-hander ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2523.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies have scored 10 or more runs in five of their seven wins at home this season. They have hit at least one homer in 12 of their 13 wins. --Rockies pitchers have made seven errors, one fewer than the combined total of the club's infielders. --RH]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2524.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Chris Iannetta his the third grand slam of his career and his second this season, the other coming May 4 at San Diego. It was the Rockies' third grand slam of the season, coming one night after Ian Stewart hit one. --INF Ian Stewart, who hit two homer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Rockies Preview 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/astros-rockies-preview-2525.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Inconsistent performances plagued Wandy Rodriguez in his first four major league seasons. He appears to have solved those issues in 2009, becoming the Houston Astros' most reliable starter.Coming off his longest outing of the season, Rodriguez looks for h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros outlast Rockies in slugfest on road]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/astros-outlast-rockies-in-slugfest-on-road.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Hampton was back at Coors Field on Wednesday night, and it definitely had a familiar feel for the left-hander.Lance Berkman went 4 for 4 and the Houston Astros finished with 24 hits in a 15-11 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night.Berk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros kiss three-game winning streak goodbye Rockies hit four home runs, punish Paulino in 12-1 victory ASTROS: Paulino surrend]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/astros-kiss-three-game-winning-streak-goodbye-rockies-hit-four-home-runs-punish-paulino-in-12-1-victory-astros-paulino-surrenders-eight-runs-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros update]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKIES 12, ASTROS 1 Message received: Stewart finds pop ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-12-astros-1-message-received-stewart-finds-pop-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This wasn't a game. It was pop Rock. Channel 1 on Sirius. In Tuesday's 12-1 rout at Coors Field, theRockies went Black Eyed Peas on the Houston Astros: "Boom, Boom, Pow."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Rockies Preview 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/astros-rockies-preview-2529.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Colorado Rockies are able to consistently play like they did in their last contest, manager Clint Hurdle might not have to worry about his job security.The Rockies hope to build off a big offensive effort while trying to match their season high wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stewart slam highlights Rockies' rout 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/stewart-slam-highlights-rockies-rout-2530.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Stewart hit a grand slam and a solo shot and Ubaldo Jimenez pitched seven sharp innings, leading the Colorado Rockies to a 12-1 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.Stewart's second career grand slam came on a fastball from Astros reliever Tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2514.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Rockies owner Dick Monfort said manager Clint Hurdle, who is coming under more criticism with the team off to an 11-17 start, will not be fired before the Rockies begin a 10-game trip Friday. "To say he would be (fired after this homestand) would be ina]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2515.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Ubaldo Jimenez pitched seven innings Tuesday for the third straight start. In those games, he's 2-1 with a 2.14 ERA, allowing five runs and 17 hits in 21 innings with three walks and 15 strikeouts. --INF Ian Stewart's grand slam Tuesday was the Rock]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2516.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Stewart took a third strike on his first at-bat Tuesday, extending his dubious string of striking out looking to five consecutive at-bats. And on his final at-bat, Stewart again struck out looking. But he hit a solo homer on his second at-bat to break]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Rockies Preview 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/astros-rockies-preview-2517.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Colorado Rockies are able to consistently play like they did in their last contest, manager Clint Hurdle might not have to worry about his job security.The Rockies hope to build off a big offensive effort while trying to match their season high wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 12, Astros 1]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-12-astros-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Stewart was offered the same piece of hitting advice over and over: Quit being so picky and patient. Start hacking.The message clicked. A more aggressive Stewart hit a grand slam and a solo shot in the Colorado Rockies' 12-1 win over the Houston Astro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stewart slam highlights Rockies' rout]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/stewart-slam-highlights-rockies-rout.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Stewart hit a grand slam and a solo shot and Ubaldo Jimenez pitched seven sharp innings, leading the Colorado Rockies to a 12-1 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.Stewart's second career grand slam came on a fastball from Astros reliever Tim]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rox owner Dick Monfort supports Hurdle]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rox-owner-dick-monfort-supports-hurdle.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite being frustrated with another slow start, Colorado Rockies owner Dick Monfort threw his support behind manager Clint Hurdle on Tuesday."We're all in this. We're working together," Monfort told The Associated Press before the Rockies hosted the Hou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTSDAY &t]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sportsday-t.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Vasgersian of the MLB Network apologized a few weeks ago for a dud bit he tried over pictures of Colorado Rockies rightfielder Brad Hawpe being taken off the field after he was hit in the back of the neck with a pitch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2505.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Huston Street earned his fourth save and the 98th of his career Sunday. He has made seven consecutive scoreless appearances dating to April 26, a span of six innings in which Street has allowed three hits and one walk with six strikeouts. --RHP Matt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2506.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies are hopeful shortstop Troy Tulowitzki will be ready to play Tuesday when they open a series with the visiting Astros. He didn't seem worried about leaving Sunday's game with an injury that brought back bad memories. Tulowitzki left the game wi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-12]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2507.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Taylor Buchholz, who is on the 60-day disabled list with a strained ligament in his right elbow he injured in spring training, rejoined the Rockies Sunday. He had been rehabilitating at the extended spring camp in Tucson, where he has thrown three b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how easy it would be to replace Big Papi]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/here-s-how-easy-it-would-be-to-replace-big-papi.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although his arctic start won't cause the Red Sox to panic, replacing David Ortiz would be easier than you think, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tulowitzki capable of rescuing Rockies ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/tulowitzki-capable-of-rescuing-rockies-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball is about as sympathetic as a photo-radar ticket.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Back to being sore subject Tulowitzki not worried after leaving with injured quad ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/back-to-being-sore-subject-tulowitzki-not-worried-after-leaving-with-injured-quad-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just as Troy Tulowitzki's bat is beginning to heat up, a left quadriceps injury suffered Sunday at Coors Field threatens to stop him cold.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concern festers after latest loss MARLINS 3, ROCKIES 1 ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/concern-festers-after-latest-loss-marlins-3-rockies-1-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's getting late early for theRockies.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looking Ahead TODAY: Marlins at Rockies, 1:10 p.m., FSN ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/looking-ahead-today-marlins-at-rockies-1-10-p-m-fsn-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When looking for reasons that theRockies will execute a U-turn, it doesn't hurt to start with Aaron Cook (1-1, 5.67 ERA). He has returned to all-star form, regaining his heavy sinker while also showing the ability to use a breaking ball that showed such p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finally, a one-run win Big boost in confidence comes with Rockies putting stop to losing close games ROCKIES 3, MARLINS 2 ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/finally-a-one-run-win-big-boost-in-confidence-comes-with-rockies-putting-stop-to-losing-close-games-rockies-3-marlins-2-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A 3-2 victory is as commonplace in the majors as spitting sunflower seeds in the dugout. But for theRockies, who had become achingly familiar with losing one-run games, Sunday's victory over the Florida Marlins provided reason to smile and exhale.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2496.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Todd Helton's triple on his first at-bat was his first triple since June 5, 2007, when he tripled twice against the Astros. Helton, who is seven hits shy of 2,000, had his 11-game hitting streak end May 9. But in his past seven games, Helton is 11-fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2497.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Omar Quintanilla made his first start of the season in the Rockies' 30th game. He had previously appeared in nine games, going 2-for-10 overall and 1-for-6 as a pinch hitter. Manager Clint Hurdle joked about why he gave Quintanilla the start at 2B. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2498.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' slow start has raised an inevitable question: Would the team fare better with a manager other than Clint Hurdle? He's in the last year of his contract and has been at the Rockies' helm since he replaced Buddy Bell on April 26, 2002. General m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies get rare, close-game win over Marlins]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-get-rare-close-game-win-over-marlins.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies resolved one of their biggest concerns by finally winning a close game. They might have something new to worry about, though.Aaron Cook pitched six solid innings and Troy Tulowitzki homered as part of his third straight multihit game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins 8, Rockies 3 Tulo's big RBIs only hits in night of swings, misses ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/marlins-8-rockies-3-tulo-s-big-rbis-only-hits-in-night-of-swings-misses-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rockies fans might consider borrowing a cheer from Broncos fans across the freeway at Invesco Field at Mile High ? the one that goes "In-com-plete!" More than a month into the season, theRockies look clueless as how to put together a complete package. Cas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez could be in All-Star Game Fifty-game suspension will end July 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/ramirez-could-be-in-all-star-game-fifty-game-suspension-will-end-july-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Disgraced, at least for now, Los Angeles Dodgers star Manny Ramirez will be eligible to return to the club after his 50-game suspension on July 3 in time for a weekend series at San Diego. The highlight of that weekend will be the Sunday evening announcem]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins-Rockies Preview 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/marlins-rockies-preview-2502.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Florida Marlins have faded after putting together the best start in franchise history. Thanks to Hanley Ramirez, however, they're showing signs of returning to form.Ramirez looks to continue his recent surge and his success at Coors Field while helpin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson pitches Marlins past Rockies 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/johnson-pitches-marlins-past-rockies-2503.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Johnson pitched eight innings of seven-hit ball to lead the Florida Marlins past the Colorado Rockies 3-1 on a chilly night at Coors Field on Saturday.Johnson (3-0) won his sixth straight decision, dating back to Sept. 13. He has 10 wins in his last ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lurie: Through 100 or so at-bats, here are baseball's heroes and zeroes so far ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/lurie-through-100-or-so-at-bats-here-are-baseball-s-heroes-and-zeroes-so-far-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 08:15:42 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The word among Baseball scouts is you don't get excited about a hitter's good start, or concerned about a bad start, until that player has batted at least 100 times for the season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins-Rockies Preview 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/marlins-rockies-preview-2487.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Florida Marlins have faded after putting together the best start in franchise history. 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Still, he refused to worry about the problematic bullpen session once he began throwing pitches that cou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson pitches Marlins past Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/johnson-pitches-marlins-past-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Johnson pitched eight innings of seven-hit ball to lead the Florida Marlins past the Colorado Rockies 3-1 on a chilly night at Coors Field on Saturday.Johnson (3-0) won his sixth straight decision, dating back to Sept. 13. 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He's hitless in his pa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2478.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left fielder Seth Smith found himself batting first as manager Clint Hurdle benched slumping center fielder Dexter Fowler and for the second straight game had outfielder Ryan Spilborghs bat cleanup in the absence of third baseman Garrett Atkins. Fowler (2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2479.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies are 0-8 in one-run games, including 0-5 on the road, and according to the Elias Sports Bureau only five teams have started a season by losing their first nine one-run games. 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If they don't snap out of it soon, it's going to one long, bummer of a summer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Molina, Giants back on winning track ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/molina-giants-back-on-winning-track-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DENVER There were shouts of joy, high fives and smiles all around in theGiants' postgame clubhouse Thursday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Presented By:]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/presented-by-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 08:15:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Molina HRs spark bounce-back effort ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/molina-hrs-spark-bounce-back-effort-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 08:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After starting the season with an 0-6 trip, theGiants are showing some resilience on the road. 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They were a band of Tom Sawyers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Purple's patience wearing quite thin Tulowitzki shares Hurdle's urgency for change GIANTS 1, ROCKIES 0 (10 INNINGS) ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/purple-s-patience-wearing-quite-thin-tulowitzki-shares-hurdle-s-urgency-for-change-giants-1-rockies-0-10-innings-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO - With grim faces and speaking in hushed tones, theRockies packed their bags and left the visitors' clubhouse at AT&T Park on Sunday afternoon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEW STADIUM, SAME OLD RIVALRY ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/new-stadium-same-old-rivalry-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheYankees and Red Sox will begin a new chapter in their historic rivalry tonight, as the first game between the two will be played in the palatial newYankee Stadium. Here are five of the most memorable moments between the two that took place in the House]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2444.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies failed in an attempt to win consecutive series for the first time in 2009 and have fallen a season-most 7-1/2 games behind the torrid Dodgers. During their current 19-game stretch of consecutive games against NL West clubs, the Rockies have go]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2445.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Manuel Corpas avoided a demotion to Class AAA Colorado Springs -- for now. 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That also continued his dominance of the San Diego Padres.On Tuesday night, the Colorado Rockies' right-hander looks to beat the NL West rivals again and comple]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 9, Padres 6]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-9-padres-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Iannetta exceeded his modest goals for his at-bat in the seventh inning.Iannetta hit a go-ahead grand slam and the Colorado Rockies beat San Diego 9-6 on Monday night, sending the Padres to their sixth straight loss."I was just trying to protect wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ianetta, Rockies slam Padres]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/ianetta-rockies-slam-padres.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 08:15:23 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Iannetta hit a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh inning and the Colorado Rockies beat San Diego 9-6 on Monday night, sending the Padres to their sixth straight loss.Glendon Rusch (2-0) went one inning for the win. 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TheRockies would be lost without you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aurilia's hit beats Rockies in 10th ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/aurilia-s-hit-beats-rockies-in-10th-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO Rich Aurilia is the only current Giant who was around when the franchise wielded one of the biggest home-field advantages in Baseball earlier this decade.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steady pitching, 1 clutch hit]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/steady-pitching-1-clutch-hit.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheGiants cheerfully will take Sunday's 1-0 win over Colorado and board a plane to Chicago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2436.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jason Marquis has four of the Rockies' nine victories and four of the seven wins by the starting pitchers. He threw a complete game five-hitter May 2 at San Francisco, the first by a Rockies pitcher since July 22 when RHP Ubaldo Jimenez threw a comp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2437.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies failed in an attempt to win consecutive series for the first time in 2009 and have fallen a season-most 7-1/2 games behind the torrid Dodgers. During their current 19-game stretch of consecutive games against NL West clubs, the Rockies have go]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2438.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Stewart wasn't in the Rockies' lineup Sunday. And it wasn't because Stewart bats left-handed and left-hander Barry Zito started for the Giants. Stewart is 0-for-6 lifetime against Stewart, but that had nothing to with manager Clint Hurdle's decision. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cain has Rocky start ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/cain-has-rocky-start-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There was no way theGiants rotation could maintain its two-week run of dominance. The surprise Saturday was that Matt Cain turned in the clunker.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How they scored: Rockies-Giants ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/how-they-scored-rockies-giants-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[How they scored]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Padres Preview 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-padres-preview-2441.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's been almost a week since the San Diego Padres last won a game. That victory came against the Colorado Rockies.The reeling Padres look to avoid a sixth consecutive loss when they open a two-game series with the Rockies on Monday night at Petco Park.Sa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants get past Rockies in extras]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/giants-get-past-rockies-in-extras.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Steve Holm rounded third and chugged toward home plate with an understandable urgency in his rusty stride. The Giants' seldom-used backup catcher had neither the leg strength nor the inclination to squat down for any more extra innings in a scoreless game]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Giants Preview 2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-giants-preview-2428.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[His record may not show it, but Barry Zito is starting to make some progress on the mound for the San Francisco Giants.On Sunday, the left-hander again tries for his first victory of the year while looking to help the Giants win their fifth consecutive se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marquis' hot start continues in win over Giants]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/marquis-hot-start-continues-in-win-over-giants.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Spilborghs just loves playing behind Jason Marquis.Spilborghs homered twice and drove in three runs, Marquis pitched a five-hitter and the Rockies beat the San Francisco Giants 5-1 on Saturday."He's the ultimate competitor," Spilborghs said. "We want]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2430.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manuel Corpas is out and Huston Street is in -- again -- as the Rockies closer. Manager Clint Hurdle announced the change Friday, one that had been expected considering Street earned a save when the team last played Wednesday and Corpas' ongoing problems.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2431.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Matt Murton became the 1,100th player to strike out against Randy Johnson in his first at-bat. All the other Rockies position players had previously struck out against him. Murton, who was recalled Wednesday and struck out as a pinch-hitter, made his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2432.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2B Clint Barmes had no walks in his first 52 at-bats, hardly a surprise since he walked 17 times in 417 plate appearances last year. But Barmes gives the Rockies some punch batting eighth, having opened the season 13-for-48 with four doubles, three homers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Giants Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-giants-preview-2433.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 08:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Francisco Giants' rotation boasts the reigning NL Cy Young award winner, but so far this season Matt Cain - not Tim Lincecum - has been the team's best pitcher.Cain has delivered a quality start in each of his four outings, a trend he'll hope to k]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson comes up big in win over Colorado]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/johnson-comes-up-big-in-win-over-colorado.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even 45-year-old pitchers on the cusp of 300 wins and bound for Cooperstown fall into traps that ensnare their juniors. Pitchers are supposed to put lousy starts behind them, but Randy Johnson could not let go of his seven-walk game in Arizona last week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2422.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manuel Corpas is out and Huston Street is in -- again -- as the Rockies closer. Manager Clint Hurdle announced the change Friday, one that had been expected considering Street earned a save when the team last played Wednesday and Corpas' ongoing problems.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2423.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Matt Murton became the 1,100th player to strike out against Randy Johnson in his first at-bat. All the other Rockies position players had previously struck out against him. Murton, who was recalled Wednesday and struck out as a pinch-hitter, made his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2424.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2B Clint Barmes had no walks in his first 52 at-bats, hardly a surprise since he walked 17 times in 417 plate appearances last year. But Barmes gives the Rockies some punch batting eighth, having opened the season 13-for-48 with four doubles, three homers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Giants Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-giants-preview-2425.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Francisco Giants' rotation boasts the reigning NL Cy Young award winner, but so far this season Matt Cain - not Tim Lincecum - has been the team's best pitcher.Cain has delivered a quality start in each of his four outings, a trend he'll hope to k]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnson dominates as Giants edge Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/johnson-dominates-as-giants-edge-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even after 297 victories and 4,819 strikeouts, Randy Johnson still sees pitches he can strengthen and points he still needs to prove.After failing to find the strike zone much in his previous start, the Big Unit could hardly miss against Colorado.Johnson ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looking Ahead TODAY: Rockies at Giants, 8:15 p.m., FSN ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/looking-ahead-today-rockies-at-giants-8-15-p-m-fsn-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Lots of numbers are at play tonight. Giants left-hander Randy Johnson (1-2, 6.16 ERA) is seeking career win No. 297. He facesRockies batters who have hit a combined .237 against him, with just two homers in 131 at-bats. Todd Helton, for instance, has no h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taking aim on thieves ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/taking-aim-on-thieves-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the discussion turned to one ofTim Lincecum's few flaws, a difficulty holding runners on, Dodgers managerJoe Torre smiled and said, " Sandy Koufax couldn't either." Torre's implication was clear: Players cannot steal if they are muttering on their way ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Hagen: So far, no Rays of light for AL champ Tampa Bay ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/paul-hagen-so-far-no-rays-of-light-for-al-champ-tampa-bay-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THEPhillies and Rays shared the World Series spotlight last autumn. Over the winter they shared the knowledge that, of the last six teams that had competed in the Fall Classic, only one as much as made it back to the playoffs the following year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2414.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2B Clint Barmes had no walks in his first 52 at-bats, hardly a surprise since he walked 17 times in 417 plate appearances last year. But Barmes gives the Rockies some punch batting eighth, having opened the season 13-for-48 with four doubles, three homers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2415.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Huston Street seems likely to reclaim the Rockies' closer role. Street's recent effectiveness, coupled with the struggles of reliever Manuel Corpas, point to a change. Street began the season as the Rockies' closer but lost the role after an outing April ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2416.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies finished April with an 8-12 record, a .400 winning percentage, which is their third-lowest April winning percentage in franchise history. Colorado was 6-15 in 2005 and 8-14 in 1993. The Rockies went 2-4-1 in April series, winning their first]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sox Call Up Podsednik ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sox-call-up-podsednik-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 30, 2009 (Gothamist delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKIES TAKE BREAK FROM FRUSTRATION TO ... Let the sun shine ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-take-break-from-frustration-to-let-the-sun-shine-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For three weeks, fans have waited for this as theRockies receded into the division cellar. For three weeks, they watched maddening inconsistency undermine victories and slowly threaten the job security of the manager.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Giants Preview 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-giants-preview-2419.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The San Francisco Giants and Colorado Rockies already have endured rough stretches this season, but they appear to be opening May heading in the right direction.The Giants look to move over .500 for the first time in three weeks, while the Rockies go for ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lincecum, bats deliver as Giants top Dodgers ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/lincecum-bats-deliver-as-giants-top-dodgers-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO The Giants had Tim Lincecum on the mound Wednesday night. So they didn't need a miracle to beat theDodgers, clinch a series victory and finish April with a .500 record.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2403.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2B Clint Barmes had no walks in his first 52 at-bats, hardly a surprise since he walked 17 times in 417 plate appearances last year. But Barmes gives the Rockies some punch batting eighth, having opened the season 13-for-48 with four doubles, three homers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2404.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's impossible to minimize the importance of Aaron Cook to the Rockies. He won 16 games last year, pitched in his first All-Star Game and drew the opening-day start this season. If the Rockies are going to contend, if they are going to make some noise in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2405.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Greg Smith, acquired from the A's in the November deal for LF Matt Holliday, started and pitched four innings (49 pitches, 33 strikes) in extended spring training Tuesday, allowing one run on two hits with three strikeouts. Smith is recovering from ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 7, Padres 5]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-7-padres-5.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A minor adjustment in Aaron Cook's delivery made a world of difference Wednesday for the Colorado Rockies' right-hander.Cook pitched seven strong innings for his first win, and Todd Helton and Chris Iannetta both drove in three runs in Colorado's 7-5 vict]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cook throws well as Rockies top Padres ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/cook-throws-well-as-rockies-top-padres-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook pitched seven strong innings for his first win of the season and Todd Helton and Chris Iannetta each drove in three runs in the Colorado Rockies' 7-5 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday.Adrian Gonzalez homered twice for San Diego, which ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corpas' grip on Rockies' closer role is loosening PADRES 4, ROCKIES 3 ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/corpas-grip-on-rockies-closer-role-is-loosening-padres-4-rockies-3-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Behind the grin, there was knifing pain.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fowler helps Rockies steal win from Padres LATE MONDAY ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/fowler-helps-rockies-steal-win-from-padres-late-monday-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheRockies' wild and crazy 12-7]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baker placed on 15-day disabled list]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/baker-placed-on-15-day-disabled-list.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Infielder Jeff Baker has been placed on the 15-day disabled list by the Colorado Rockies because of a sprained left wrist.A club spokesman said Wednesday that Baker tried to play through the injury. It wasn't immediately clear when or how he got hurt. Bak]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Rockies Preview 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/padres-rockies-preview-2411.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's been almost two weeks since the San Diego Padres won consecutive games, let alone a series.The Padres have a chance to do both as they conclude a three-game road set with the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday.Pinch-hitter Luis Rodriguez's RBI single in t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2394.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2B Clint Barmes had no walks in his first 52 at-bats, hardly a surprise since he walked 17 times in 417 plate appearances last year. 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They are 0-7 in games decided by one or two runs, with four of those defeats at home. --RHP Manuel Corpas has been scored upon in three of his past four games and four of h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Rockies Preview 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/padres-rockies-preview-2397.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's been almost two weeks since the San Diego Padres won consecutive games, let alone a series.The Padres have a chance to do both as they conclude a three-game road set with the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday.Pinch-hitter Luis Rodriguez's RBI single in t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rodriguez lifts Padres over Rockies ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rodriguez-lifts-padres-over-rockies-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Diego manager Bud Black had two pinch-hitting options in the ninth inning - a contact hitter in Luis Rodriguez or the free-swinging Edgar Gonzalez.He went with the first option. It turned out to be a wise choice.Rodriguez laced a run-scoring single th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A day later, Rusch awarded the win]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/a-day-later-rusch-awarded-the-win.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After further review, the Colorado Rockies' official scorer changed the winner of Monday night's game to reliever Glendon Rusch.Jason Grilli was originally credited with the win following the Rockies' 12-7 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday. But ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawpe has bruised neck, will suit up Tuesday]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/hawpe-has-bruised-neck-will-suit-up-tuesday.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Not surprisingly, Brad Hawpe is a little skittish about scampering back into second base these days.For the second time in two months, the Colorado Rockies outfielder was injured while trying to avoid being tagged out at second on a pickoff play.Hawpe had]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Running Wild ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/running-wild-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 28, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fowler runs wild Five thefts from rookie help Rockies steal victory over Padres ROCKIES 12, PADRES 7 ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/fowler-runs-wild-five-thefts-from-rookie-help-rockies-steal-victory-over-padres-rockies-12-padres-7-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheRockies' wild and crazy 12-7 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday night went by in a blur.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2385.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:15:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2B Clint Barmes had no walks in his first 49 plate appearances, hardly a surprise since he walked 17 times in 417 plate appearances last year. 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Slotted third in the rotation, Marquis has three of the Rockies six wins, and the cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ON THE DODGERS]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/on-the-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A few minutes after the Dodgers-Colorado Rockies game ended Sunday, Coors Field took on a gloomy aura as a steady rain began to fall.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Rockies Preview 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/padres-rockies-preview-2380.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Struggles at the plate plagued the Colorado Rockies for two weeks. They hope a strong offensive showing in their last game is a sign they're emerging from their funk.The Rockies look to build on a balanced offensive effort and get their first pair of back]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 10, Dodgers 4]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-10-dodgers-4.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies finally saw their bats come alive in a 10-4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday."This hasn't been a lineup hitting like I expected," Colorado second baseman Clint Barmes said. "I looked around our clubhouse in spring traini]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies overcome various issues ¿ except bullpen DODGERS 6, ROCKIES 5 ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-overcome-various-issues-¿-except-bullpen-dodgers-6-rockies-5-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a few moments Friday, it seemed like old times at Coors Field. As in 2007.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ON THE DODGERS 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/on-the-dodgers-2383.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Moments after reaching a personal milestone with his first major league win,Dodgers rookie pitcher James McDonald wanted to talk about someone else.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers-Rockies Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-rockies-preview-2384.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With 10 losses in its last 12 games, Colorado just needs a win. If he can maintain his dominance over the Los Angeles Dodgers, Jason Marquis could be the one to give the slumping Rockies a much-needed victory.Marquis looks to bounce back from his worst ou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers-Rockies Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-rockies-preview-2370.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With 10 losses in its last 12 games, Colorado just needs a win. If he can maintain his dominance over the Los Angeles Dodgers, Jason Marquis could be the one to give the slumping Rockies a much-needed victory.Marquis looks to bounce back from his worst ou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 6, Rockies 5]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-6-rockies-5.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Russell Martin took off Friday at the urging of Dodgers manager Joe Torre.That well advised rest paid off Saturday night when Martin matched a career high with four RBIs to help James McDonald earn his first major league win, and the Los Angeles Dodgers b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin knocks in four as Dodgers prevail]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/martin-knocks-in-four-as-dodgers-prevail.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rusell Martin matched a career high with four RBIs to help James McDonald earn his first major league win, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies 6-5 on Saturday night.Martin, who was rested Friday, had two singles, and Orlando Hudson doubl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2373.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies are 1-4 at home this season and 1-6 in their current stretch of 19 consecutive games against NL West clubs. They are 0-5 in games decided by one or two runs and 0-3 in one-run games. --IF Clint Barmes' first career pinch-hit homer was the Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2374.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpen was not effective in the season's first two weeks, in particular Huston Street, who lost his closing job to Manuel Corpas. Additional struggles by Matt Belisle and Alan Embree, and the elbow injury that knocked Taylor Buchholz out of action, l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2375.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook tied his career high with six walks and didn't figure in the decision as the Rockies lost for the fourth time he has started this year but in the process, he took a huge stride forward. The reason for that is simple: Cook rediscovered his sinke]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ausmus lifts Dodgers to 6-5 win over Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/ausmus-lifts-dodgers-to-6-5-win-over-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brad Ausmus signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers in the offseason knowing that starts were going to be rare.After all, they already had an All-Star catcher in Russell Martin.Ausmus, a 17-year veteran, is embracing this new backup role, even thriving in it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2362.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies are 1-4 at home this season and 1-6 in their current stretch of 19 consecutive games against NL West clubs. They are 0-5 in games decided by one or two runs and 0-3 in one-run games. --IF Clint Barmes' first career pinch-hit homer was the Ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2363.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpen was not effective in the season's first two weeks, in particular Huston Street, who lost his closing job to Manuel Corpas. Additional struggles by Matt Belisle and Alan Embree, and the elbow injury that knocked Taylor Buchholz out of action, l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2364.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook tied his career high with six walks and didn't figure in the decision as the Rockies lost for the fourth time he has started this year but in the process, he took a huge stride forward. The reason for that is simple: Cook rediscovered his sinke]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers are wasteful but are not left wanting]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-are-wasteful-but-are-not-left-wanting.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheDodgers' starting lineup hits for power and scores a lot of runs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NATIONAL LEAGUE]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/national-league.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Colorado Manager Clint Hurdle said the Rockies concede nothing to theDodgers, but he's nonetheless impressed with theDodgers' early-season prowess.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers-Rockies Preview 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-rockies-preview-2367.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A big reason why the Los Angeles Dodgers have yet to lose against the Colorado Rockies this season is the production they are getting from the top of their batting order.The Dodgers look to improve to 5-0 versus the Rockies this season as the NL West club]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ausmus' 9th-inning RBI single lifts Dodgers to win]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/ausmus-9th-inning-rbi-single-lifts-dodgers-to-win.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brad Ausmus doesn't balk at his backup role.Even after years of being a starter, he's content playing second fiddle to Russell Martin, just waiting for his chance to contribute.Ausmus certainly did his part Friday night, breaking a tie game in the ninth i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early pitch glitch Starting pitchers have been reason for the Rockies' biggest problem in troublesome April ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/early-pitch-glitch-starting-pitchers-have-been-reason-for-the-rockies-biggest-problem-in-troublesome-april-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - It was 55 pitches into opening day that theRockies' April became ominous.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paul Hagen: Hot start proves Marlins will be a factor this year ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/paul-hagen-hot-start-proves-marlins-will-be-a-factor-this-year-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THE 1984 TIGERS won their first nine games, used that as a springboard for a 35-5 start and didn't stop winning until after thumping San Diego in the World Series.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2354.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpen was not effective in the season's first two weeks, in particular Huston Street, who lost his closing job to Manuel Corpas. Additional struggles by Matt Belisle and Alan Embree, and the elbow injury that knocked Taylor Buchholz out of action, l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2355.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's time for the Rockies to make a move now that the schedule turns in their favor. They Rockies knew the beginning of the season would be a challenge with 11 of their first 14 games on the road against the likes of the Diamondbacks, Cubs and Dodgers. An]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2356.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies bullpen has allowed 13 of 29 inherited runners to score. --Colorado has homered in 12 of 14 games with two streaks of six consecutive games with a homer, the last of which ended Wednesday. Overall, the Rockies have hit 19 home runs, but 15 h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers-Rockies Preview 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-rockies-preview-2357.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Last season, Aaron Cook had his greatest success when facing the Los Angeles Dodgers. If the right-hander can rediscover that form, then the Colorado Rockies could find themselves back in the win column.After losing to them less than a week ago, Cook face]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rox need to improve RISP or it will be RIP ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rox-need-to-improve-risp-or-it-will-be-rip-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheRockies have been AWOL with RISP this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DIAMONDBACKS 2, ROCKIES 0 Many culprits as Rockies limp home from 2-6 trip ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/diamondbacks-2-rockies-0-many-culprits-as-rockies-limp-home-from-2-6-trip-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - TheRockies thought the worst was over. The hazard lights were off, the radiator wasn't smoking. They were racing home Wednesday, only to be reminded that Baseball is less sympathetic than a speeding ticket.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins aren't a home-grown sensation]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/marlins-aren-t-a-home-grown-sensation.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:15:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Marlins get a lot of credit for scouting talent, but the truth of how their roster is built might surprise you, says Tracy Ringolsby.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2346.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-handed reliever Matt Daley, who went to Bucknell University, signed with the Rockies as a free agent in 2004 after no team drafted him. He went to big-league camp for the first time this year and had a 1.42 ERA in six Cactus League games as a non-ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2347.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies are 3-3 this season at Chase Field, where they have played two three-game series and will return for a final one Sept. 18. Last year, the Rockies went 1-8 at Chase Field while losing 15 of 18 games to the Diamondbacks. The loss kept the Rock]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2348.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpen was not effective in the season's first two weeks, in particular Huston Street, who lost his closing job to Manuel Corpas. Additional struggles by Matt Belisle and Alan Embree, and the elbow injury that knocked Taylor Buchholz out of action, l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LATE MONDAY: D-BACKS 6, ROCKIES 3 Rockies' free fall continues in desert Colorado once again struggles at the plate. All that sp]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/late-monday-d-backs-6-rockies-3-rockies-free-fall-continues-in-desert-colorado-once-again-struggles-at-the-plate-all-that-spring-training-hype-of-redemption-is-fading-with-another-loss-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - That splattering sound you heard Monday night? It was theRockies' hopes colliding with reality.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haren gets 1st win as D-backs blank Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/haren-gets-1st-win-as-d-backs-blank-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Arizona Diamondbacks gave Dan Haren one run in his first three starts.They doubled that production Wednesday, and that was all the hard-luck pitcher needed in a 2-0 victory over the Colorado Rockies.Haren (1-3) pitched seven sharp innings for his firs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies put lefty Morales on 15-day DL]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-put-lefty-morales-on-15-day-dl.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies put left-hander Franklin Morales on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday with a strain in his pitching shoulder.Morales was hurt while warming up in the third inning of the Rockies' 9-6 victory over Arizona on Tuesday night.Colorado add]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-diamondbacks-preview-2352.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Through little fault of his own, Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Dan Haren has a dubious piece of history.Despite three stellar efforts, Haren hasn't earned a victory this season, and his frustrations boiled over in his previous start. The right-hander will ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2337.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpen was not effective in the season's first two weeks, in particular Huston Street, who lost his closing job to Manuel Corpas. Additional struggles by Matt Belisle and Alan Embree, and the elbow injury that knocked Taylor Buchholz out of action, l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2338.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies bullpen, which has been hugely ineffective and a reason the team lost eight of its first 12 games, rose to the occasion Tuesday in a 9-6 win at Arizona. Left-handed starter Franklin Morales had to leave the game with a strained left shoulder w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2339.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies went 31 consecutive innings without leading, a streak that ended when they went ahead 2-0 in the second Tuesday. It was the first time they led since the sixth inning Friday at Dodger Stadium, when they were ahead 3-0 before the Dodgers took]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-diamondbacks-preview-2340.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Through little fault of his own, Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Dan Haren has a dubious piece of history.Despite three stellar efforts, Haren hasn't earned a victory this season, and his frustrations boiled over in his previous start. 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Additional struggles by Matt Belisle and Alan Embree, and the elbow injury that knocked Taylor Buchholz out of action, l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2329.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Franklin Morales pitched well at Arizona in his first start of the season. That was April 8 in the third game of the season. His second start comes Tuesday night, also at Arizona, and the slumping Rockies could use a big effort by Morales. 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Marquis is 2-5 with a 3.41 ERA in his career against the Diamondbacks. Arizona right-h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez rough on still-winless Cook Dodgers slugger hits two homers in rout of Rockies ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/ramirez-rough-on-still-winless-cook-dodgers-slugger-hits-two-homers-in-rout-of-rockies-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:15:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES - With homers and dreadlocks flying, plus miscues in the outfield, it was definitely a very Manny day at Dodger Stadium on Saturday afternoon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2320.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-handers Aaron Cook and Ubaldo Jimenez are the top two starters in a rotation that began the season with question marks as far as depth. Both have been very spotty through three starts, including losses in a lost weekend at Los Angeles, where the Roc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2321.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--UT Ian Stewart has started games at third base, his natural position, second base, right field and left field. Bouncing around hasn't bothered Stewart, who is 8-for-20 with two homers and six RBIs and 3-for-7 with runners in scoring position. "If I had ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2322.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpen was not effective in the season's first two weeks, in particular Huston Street, who lost his closing job to Manuel Corpas. Additional struggles by Matt Belisle and Alan Embree, and the elbow injury that knocked Taylor Buchholz out of action, l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BILL SHAIKIN / ON THE DODGERS]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/bill-shaikin-/-on-the-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's a little too soon to start talking about magic numbers, not too soon to start talking about magic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-diamondbacks-preview-2324.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With their next 16 games against NL West foes, the slumping Colorado Rockies have a chance to make an early-season push up the division standings.Facing a struggling Diamondbacks club that they beat two of three to open the season could be exactly what th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kemp helps Dodgers boost win streak to eight]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/kemp-helps-dodgers-boost-win-streak-to-eight.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Offense hasn't been a problem so far for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Neither has pitching. In fact, the only thing that can sidetrack them at this point is overconfidence as they head out on a nine-game road trip.Matt Kemp hit a grand slam and a solo homer t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DODGERS 4, ROCKIES 3 L.A. hits pen hard Middle relievers make a mess of De La Rosa's start. ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-4-rockies-3-l-a-hits-pen-hard-middle-relievers-make-a-mess-of-de-la-rosa-s-start-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES -Rockies manager Clint Hurdle shook up the bullpen before Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, replacing closer Huston Street with Manuel Corpas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lurie: Major league pitching has been unseasonably cold so far this season ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/lurie-major-league-pitching-has-been-unseasonably-cold-so-far-this-season-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With two weeks of the 2009 Baseball season now concluded have we learned anything from the performance of the teams?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Dodgers Preview 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-dodgers-preview-2312.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As a reliever, James McDonald has proved to be virtually untouchable for the Los Angeles Dodgers. His first career start, however, left a lot to be desired.McDonald will look for a better performance on Sunday as the Dodgers go for their eighth straight w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 9, Rockies 5]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-9-rockies-5.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny Ramirez is really back now, and that will make the Los Angeles Dodgers' potent offense even more dangerous.The enigmatic slugger hit his first two home runs of the season - and dropped a flyball for his first error - as the defending NL West champio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manny hits first 2 HRs of '09 in Dodger rout]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/manny-hits-first-2-hrs-of-09-in-dodger-rout.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny Ramirez is really back now, and that will make the Los Angeles Dodgers' potent offense even more dangerous.The enigmatic slugger hit his first two home runs of the season - and dropped a flyball for his first error - as the defending NL West champio]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corpas Tabbed as New Rockies Closer ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/corpas-tabbed-as-new-rockies-closer-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 18, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Knox Bardeen  It wasn't even 24 hours ago that I, in my infinite wisdom, proclaimed that Huston Streetwouldn't be losing the job asColoradoRockies closer any time soon. 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Helton underwent arthroscopic back surgery Sept. 30 to repair a bulging disk that was causing nu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2318.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Manuel Corpas is again the closer, nearly one year after losing that job, as manager Clint Hurdle decided to "back" Huston Street into an earlier role in the bullpen and let Corpas attempt to hold ninth-inning leads, for the time being. Street ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2319.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Juan Morillo was claimed by the Twins. The Rockies put Morillo on waivers Thursday, and the Twins, who were 21st in line, were willing to put up the $20,000 to acquire the hard-throwing 25-year-old native of the Dominican Republic. When a player is ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers Friday Night Fireworks Shows To Begin Tonight ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-friday-night-fireworks-shows-to-begin-tonight-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheLosAngelesDodgers tonight will debut a season- long series of fireworks shows following each game atDodger Stadium on Fridays, when game time will be 30 minutes earlier than on Fridays last year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2304.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the first week of the season, manager Clint Hurdle made it apparent he intends to give 1B Todd Helton ample rest and more than he ever has in past seasons. Helton underwent arthroscopic back surgery Sept. 30 to repair a bulging disk that was causing nu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2305.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Manuel Corpas is again the closer, nearly one year after losing that job, as manager Clint Hurdle decided to "back" Huston Street into an earlier role in the bullpen and let Corpas attempt to hold ninth-inning leads, for the time being. Street ga]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2306.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Juan Morillo was claimed by the Twins. The Rockies put Morillo on waivers Thursday, and the Twins, who were 21st in line, were willing to put up the $20,000 to acquire the hard-throwing 25-year-old native of the Dominican Republic. When a player is ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[They're West coasting]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/they-re-west-coasting.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What a glorious place, the National League West, where no deficit is insurmountable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Dodgers Preview 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-dodgers-preview-2308.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After losing veterans Derek Lowe and Brad Penny to free agency, the Los Angeles Dodgers were looking for Chad Billingsley to pitch like an ace.So far, the young right-hander has been up to the task and will look to continue his strong start Saturday when ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 4, Rockies 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-4-rockies-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jonathan Broxton is accustomed to closing games in the ninth inning with the bases empty. Manager Joe Torre couldn't wait that long this time.Broxton recorded the fourth five-out save of his career on Friday night, escaping a bases-loaded, one-out jam lef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers rally in 7th to edge Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-rally-in-7th-to-edge-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Loretta capped a four-run seventh inning with a go-ahead RBI single, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Colorado Rockies 4-3 Friday night for their sixth straight victory.Jorge De La Rosa pitched 5 1-3 scoreless innings for the Rockies, allowing fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iannetta has made strides behind plate ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/iannetta-has-made-strides-behind-plate-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There was more evidence this week that Chris Iannetta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2295.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the first week of the season, manager Clint Hurdle made it apparent he intends to give 1B Todd Helton ample rest and more than he ever has in past seasons. Helton underwent arthroscopic back surgery Sept. 30 to repair a bulging disk that was causing nu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2296.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies have hit at least one homer in seven of their eight games and 13 in all. They have also struck out 68 times in those eight games. --RHP Jason Grilli's second career save Wednesday, which came after he relieved faltering Huston Street with no]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2297.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Huston Street won out over Manuel Corpas in spring training competition to determine the Rockies' closer. But consecutive shaky outings by Street might result in manager Clint Hurdle making a change. Hurdle said he would readdress the closer situation bef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Dodgers Preview 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-dodgers-preview-2298.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Dodgers experienced plenty of winning down the stretch last season after acquiring Manny Ramirez.With their star hitter in a power drought, the Dodgers have kept winning this season and will try for a sixth straight victory in Friday night]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hard to explain Harden¿s day ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/hard-to-explain-harden¿s-day-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Why it happened, who knows?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKIES 5, CUBS 2 Rockies avoid detour down wrong Street ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-5-cubs-2-rockies-avoid-detour-down-wrong-street-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO - Huston, you had a problem.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sox turn to Anderson, then sign Podsednik for insurance ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sox-turn-to-anderson-then-sign-podsednik-for-insurance-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While waiting patiently for a leadoff man to emerge during spring training,WhiteSox manager Ozzie Guillen often pined for the good, old days when Scott Podsednik flourished in the key role.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quit using the WBC as an excuse ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/quit-using-the-wbc-as-an-excuse-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Red Sox can try to pin Daisuke Matsuzaka's injury on the WBC, but Tracy Ringolsby isn't buying it anymore.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2288.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jason Marquis made his 200th career start and a successful return to Wrigley Field in his first outing there since the Cubs traded him to the Rockies in January for reliever Luis Vizcaino. This start followed his Rockies debut in their home o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2289.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies broke a nine-game losing streak at Wrigley Field, where they had last won Sept. 30, 2006. The Pirates were the only team with a longer losing streak at Wrigley Field since 1954, suffering a 13-game losing streak there in the 1960s and two 10]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2290.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the first week of the season, manager Clint Hurdle made it apparent he intends to give 1B Todd Helton ample rest and more than he ever has in past seasons. Helton underwent arthroscopic back surgery Sept. 30 to repair a bulging disk that was causing nu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nady's injury rocks Yanks' outfield]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/nady-s-injury-rocks-yanks-outfield.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfield was supposed to be an area of strength for the Yankees. Xavier Nady's injury makes it dangerously thin, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marquis goes seven strong as Rockies top Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/marquis-goes-seven-strong-as-rockies-top-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Marquis wasn't a fan favorite in his time with the Chicago Cubs, and if he didn't know it then, he does now. The Wrigley Field faithful booed him at every turn this week.Marquis got some measure of revenge Wednesday, hitting a two-run single off Ric]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lacking solid presence on mound a concern ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/lacking-solid-presence-on-mound-a-concern-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO - The concourse flowed with raindrops and fans exiting Wrigley Field on Monday. An inebriated gentleman who felt far less effect of the wind chill than those around him pronounced, "We will sweep theRockies on Wednesday!"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trading Atkins likely, but question is when? Online Chatter»The Rockies Mailbag with baseball reporter Troy E. Renck ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/trading-atkins-likely-but-question-is-when-online-chatter»the-rockies-mailbag-with-baseball-reporter-troy-e-renck-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do you think ultimately happens with Garrett Atkins? With Todd Helton back to health and Ian Stewart a future star, Garrett seems most likely to go. But I sure like his right-handed bat in the lineup.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2279.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies were held to one hit in Monday's 4-0 loss at Chicago, the 16th time in franchise history that has happened. They have been no-hit twice -- by Al Leiter of the Marlins on May 11, 1996, and by Hideo Nomo of the Dodgers on Sept. 17, 1996, in th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2280.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the first week of the season, manager Clint Hurdle made it apparent he intends to give 1B Todd Helton ample rest and more than he ever has in past seasons. Helton underwent arthroscopic back surgery Sept. 30 to repair a bulging disk that was causing nu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2281.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jason Marquis on Wednesday will make his first start at Wrigley Field since the Cubs traded him to the Rockies in January for reliever Luis Vizcaino. Marquis, who went 23-18 in two seasons with the Cubs, has no idea what reception awaits from]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brrrrrrilliant! ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/brrrrrrilliant-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On a day that felt more like New Year?s Day than Opening Day,Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly authored something akin to his own winter classic Monday at Wrigley Field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies¿ stance: `Conditions¿ favored Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies¿-stance-`conditions¿-favored-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since 2005, Rockies outfielder Ryan Spilborghs has played all of his home games in either Denver or Colorado Springs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs put Rockies on ice In a steady freezing drizzle, Lilly dominates Colorado, which never warmed up to Chicago. ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/cubs-put-rockies-on-ice-in-a-steady-freezing-drizzle-lilly-dominates-colorado-which-never-warmed-up-to-chicago-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO - Briefly, there were signs of life. TheRockies pulled on their ski caps, pulled up their long johns and headed to the batting cage to stretch Monday. These were not ideal conditions for limbering up - imagine clowns piling into a Volkswagen - but]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Philadelphia opens up on Colorado closer candidates PHILLIES 7, ROCKIES 5 ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/philadelphia-opens-up-on-colorado-closer-candidates-phillies-7-rockies-5-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The back end of theRockies' bullpen flunked its first major test of the young season Sunday afternoon at cold, rain-soaked Coors Field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies Briefs ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-briefs-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[COOK'S SINKER AIDS HIS RISE TO RESPECTABILITY]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Cubs Preview 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-cubs-preview-2287.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The baseball season is just over a week old, but the Chicago Cubs have already had to overcome injuries to several key players. They hope to be a bit closer to full strength Wednesday afternoon when they wrap up their two-game series against the Colorado ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2270.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have every reason to be bullish on Ubaldo Jimenez, whom they signed to a four-year, $10 million contract this winter after he finished his first full season in the majors. Few pitchers in the National League have better overall stuff than Jime]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2271.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The nine walks allowed Monday by the Rockies pitchers, including an intentional one by LHP Glendon Rusch, equaled the total they allowed in the three-game series with the Phillies over the weekend. One of the walks in that series also was intentional. -]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2272.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the first week of the season, manager Clint Hurdle made it apparent he intends to give 1B Todd Helton ample rest and more than he ever has in past seasons. Helton underwent arthroscopic back surgery Sept. 30 to repair a bulging disk that was causing nu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 4, Rockies 0]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/cubs-4-rockies-0.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Raw and rainy was like a sunny day in the park for Ted Lilly.The Chicago Cubs' left-hander flicked away the elements and carried a no-hitter for 6 2-3 innings Monday against the Colorado Rockies.Garrett Atkins grounded a clean single between short and thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs lefty Lilly stymies Rockies, 4-0]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/cubs-lefty-lilly-stymies-rockies-4-0.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Raw and rainy was like a sunny day in the park for Ted Lilly.The Chicago Cubs' left-hander flicked away the elements and carried a no-hitter for 6 2-3 innings Monday against the Colorado Rockies.Garrett Atkins grounded a clean single between short and thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lilly's gem helps Cubs blank Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/lilly-s-gem-helps-cubs-blank-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ted Lilly held Colorado hitless for 6 2-3 innings on a raw day at Wrigley Field and the Chicago Cubs won their home opener Monday by holding the Rockies to one hit in a 4-0 victory.Garrett Atkins grounded a clean single between short and third on a 1-0 pi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamels off to rough start Ace of the struggling World Series champs is ``still in the middle of spring training mode.'' ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/hamels-off-to-rough-start-ace-of-the-struggling-world-series-champs-is-``still-in-the-middle-of-spring-training-mode-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's four games into the new season and the defending World Series champions are 1-3 and their star pitcher has become a concern. The good news for Philadelphia is that pitcher Cole Hamels doesn't think there's a problem.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bad '08 fuels Rockies' hopes for redemption ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/bad-08-fuels-rockies-hopes-for-redemption-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Back in February, before theRockies played their first Cactus League game, manager Clint Hurdle was asked to describe his team's mission after a disappointing 2008.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atkins finally cleans up for Rockies The No. 4 hitter's early troubles end with a home run and two RBIs. ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/atkins-finally-cleans-up-for-rockies-the-no-4-hitter-s-early-troubles-end-with-a-home-run-and-two-rbis-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The question concerned Garrett Atkins' potential as theRockies' cleanup hitter and major run producer this season. Second baseman Clint Barmes fielded the question with a bemused look on his face.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stairs smacks another game-winner as Phillies beat Rockies ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/stairs-smacks-another-game-winner-as-phillies-beat-rockies-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DENVER - It isn't easy to sit on the bench for eight innings, then head to the batting cage for a few swings, and then head to a batter's box to face a pitcher whose sole job is to retire hitters in key, late-inning situations. It isn't easy to face a guy]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blasts and bullpen deliver for Phils ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/blasts-and-bullpen-deliver-for-phils-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DENVER - Chad Durbin was the only one. EveryPhillies reliever except Durbin had enjoyed an excellent first week of the season, helping thePhillies maintain a 2-3 record in the absence of a single quality outing from their starting pitchers.Yesterday, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies Notebook: So far, Phillies hitters have been selective ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-notebook-so-far-phillies-hitters-have-been-selective-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DENVER - Here's something you haven't had a chance to read very often over the last few years:ThePhillies enter today's game against the Washington Nationals having struck out the fewest times of any team Baseball.After striking out four times yesterday i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2264.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies made room on their opening-day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turned 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he hasn't learned to use his sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2265.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies lost free agent left-handed closer Brian Fuentes over the winter when he signed a two-year, $17.5 million with the Angels. But by acquiring right-handed reliever Huston Street from the A's in the Matt Holliday deal and adding him to a bullpen ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2266.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For the second time in six games, 1B Todd Helton wasn't in the lineup Sunday, although he entered the game defensively in the eighth. There's nothing wrong with Helton's back -- he underwent arthroscopic back surgery Sept. 30 -- and manager Clint Hurdle]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Cubs Preview 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-cubs-preview-2267.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time the Chicago Cubs were seen at Wrigley Field, they were on their way to being swept out of their NL division series after finishing with the league's best record, ensuring the North Siders would spend a 100th consecutive cold winter without a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 7, Rockies 5]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-7-rockies-5.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Stairs showed why he's made a living as a pinch hitter.Stairs hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the ninth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to beat the Colorado Rockies 7-5 on Sunday."That's a tough job to do, and he does it pretty good,"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stairs' pinch-hit homer lifts Phillies over Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/stairs-pinch-hit-homer-lifts-phillies-over-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Stairs showed why he's made a living as a pinch hitter.Stairs hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the ninth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied to beat the Colorado Rockies 7-5 on Sunday."That's a tough job to do, and he does it pretty good,"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies-Rockies Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-rockies-preview-2253.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since he faltered against the Colorado Rockies in a division series two years ago, Chase Utley has flourished against them. So have the Philadelphia Phillies.Utley looks to continue his surge versus the Rockies on Sunday when the Phillies try to capture a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 8, Rockies 4]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-8-rockies-4.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brett Myers remained perfect at Coors Field with an imperfect outing Saturday night.Myers allowed three home runs in the Philadelphia Phillies' 8-4 win over the Colorado Rockies, improving to 5-0 at Coors Field and 7-0 in eight career appearances against ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies' Myers so-so, but still gets win]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-myers-so-so-but-still-gets-win.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brett Myers remained perfect at Coors Field with an imperfect outing Saturday night.Myers allowed three home runs in the Philadelphia Phillies' 8-4 win over the Colorado Rockies, improving to 5-0 at Coors Field and 7-0 in eight career appearances against ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2256.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies made room on their opening-day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turned 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he hasn't learned to use his sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2257.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The paid crowd of 49,427 Friday was the largest ever for a regular-season game at Coors Field. The previous record was 49,233, set on opening day last year. --With three straight victories, the Rockies are 3-1 and are two games above .500 for the first ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2258.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have scored 30 runs in four games, no fewer than seven in three of them.  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The previous record was 49,233, set on opening day last year. --With three straight victories, the Rockies are 3-1 and are two games above .500 for the first ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2246.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have scored 30 runs in four games, no fewer than seven in three of them.  They worked all spring on an all-for-one offensive mindset, one that came into play again in a 10-3 romp over the Phillies when five of the Rockies' first seven runs wer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies need Hamels healthy to win another title]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-need-hamels-healthy-to-win-another-title.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the Phillies are to win another World Series, Cole Hamels will have to be better than he was in Friday's debut, Tracy Ringolsby says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies-Rockies Preview 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-rockies-preview-2248.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The 2009 season is less than a week old, but the Colorado Rockies' offense is already in midseason form.The same cannot be said about the Philadelphia Phillies'.The Rockies look to keep up their surge and win their fourth straight game Saturday night when]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 10, Phillies 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-10-phillies-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cole Hamels hardly looked like a World Series MVP in his 2009 debut, which resembled batting practice for the Colorado Rockies.After his start was pushed back because of spring training elbow trouble, Hamels was roughed up and chased early Friday in Color]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jimenez aces Arizona Dominating start by right-hander fuels bullpen-backed shutout for Rockies ROCKIES 3, DIAMONDBACKS 0 ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/jimenez-aces-arizona-dominating-start-by-right-hander-fuels-bullpen-backed-shutout-for-rockies-rockies-3-diamondbacks-0-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - He is their new suit. The nice haircut. The muscle car in the driveway.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 Rockies Home Opener Tulo's spring swing Shortstop taking mature approach ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/2009-rockies-home-opener-tulo-s-spring-swing-shortstop-taking-mature-approach-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The black Maserati GT didn't make it to Tucson for spring training this year. Troy Tulowitzki drove a 1968 Camaro instead.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Switch-hitting sluggers carve piece of history ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/switch-hitting-sluggers-carve-piece-of-history-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - If nothing else, the Rockies played a role in creating major-league history Monday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies Notes: Phils open road schedule in mile-high territory ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-notes-phils-open-road-schedule-in-mile-high-territory-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Phillies begin their first road series of the season against Colorado today, facing the team that defeated them in the 2007 National League Division Series. The two franchises have seen their fortunes turn since, as the Phillies won the World Series l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[7th heaven: Phils win has a nice ring to it]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/7th-heaven-phils-win-has-a-nice-ring-to-it.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With all the bailouts being handed out in this country, it seems only fitting for the Phillies to get in on some of the charity.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2237.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies went 0-5 against the Phillies last year and will try to beat the World Series champions at Coors Field in the home opener. Colorado is 9-7 in home openers, including four consecutive wins from 2003-06 before losses each of the past two seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2238.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies made room on their opening-day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turned 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he hasn't learned to use his sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2239.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jason Marquis, who will make his Rockies debut Friday against the World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies in the home opener, is 3-0 with a 2.51 ERA in five games at Coors Field. He has allowed eight earned runs in 28 2/3 innings in Denve]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies rally past Braves ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-rally-past-braves-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHILADELPHIA - Four Phillies walked with the bases loaded during an eight-run seventh inning and Philadelphia rallied for a 12-11 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2241.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Giants 7,Brewers 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies-Rockies Preview]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phillies-rockies-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cole Hamels' left arm carried the Philadelphia Phillies to a World Series title last season.That same left arm created some concern in the Phillies organization a few weeks ago.After taking a little extra time to get ready because of minor elbow problems,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ROCKIES 9, DIAMONDBACKS 2 Morales' poise, purpose show ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-9-diamondbacks-2-morales-poise-purpose-show-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - Franklin Morales stood at his locker, eager to share a story few outside of his family have ever heard. Wednesday's start, he quietly explained, meant everything to him. But not why you might think.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2226.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies took two of three in the season-opening series at Arizona, where they were 1-8 last year. They have had a winning record at Chase Field only once, 5-4 in 2007. It's the sixth time the Rockies have won a season-opening series -- 1995, 1998, 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2227.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies made room on their opening-day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turned 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he hasn't learned to use his sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2228.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Franklin Morales made his 2009 debut Wednesday. He pitched six strong innings for the Rockies in a 9-2 victory at Arizona. He allowed one run -- a first-inning home run by Stephen Drew -- and earned the win. His reward? He was optioned to Class AAA Colora]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB clubs putting their faith in young arms ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/mlb-clubs-putting-their-faith-in-young-arms-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They are barely old enough to vote, let alone legally drink, but major league teams are entrusting their fate to baby-faced pitchers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball's top 100 highest-paid players ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/baseball-s-top-100-highest-paid-players-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The 2009 salaries for the top 100 highest-paid major league baseball players on opening day rosters and disabled lists.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morales get Rox a win before being sent down]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/morales-get-rox-a-win-before-being-sent-down.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Franklin Morales was terrific in Colorado's 9-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. His reward: a trip back to the minors.The strong, 23-year-old right-hander threw six sharp innings Wednesday as the Rockies won a series against Arizona for the first t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Texas ex Street charged with DWI in Austin ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/texas-ex-street-charged-with-dwi-in-austin-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Juston Street, a former relief pitcher for the Texas Longhorns who was in theOaklandA's minor-league system last year, was charged with driving while intoxicated early Saturday morning after a car accident.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speedy Jackson aims to fill Wimberly's shoes ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/speedy-jackson-aims-to-fill-wimberly-s-shoes-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Tulsa center fielder Anthony Jackson would like to enjoy similar base-stealing success as Corey Wimberly had for the Drillers the past two years. Wimberly, the Texas League's stolen-base champion in 2007 and 2008, had 59 stolen bases last year. He bec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[With season underway, big names still teamless]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/with-season-underway-big-names-still-teamless.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Can you pair these faces to the places they'll end up? Ken Rosenthal thinks the answers may not reveal themselves until July.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2219.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies made room on their opening-day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turned 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he hasn't learned to use his sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2220.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Franklin Morales starts Wednesday, he won't be pitching merely to help the Rockies claim a season-opening series victory in Arizona. He'll also be attempting to prove he belongs in the big leagues, something he is going to have to reaffirm in the min]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2221.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Through Tuesday, the Rockies were 33-62 all-time at Chase Field, the third-lowest winning percentage for a NL team. Only Florida (.333) and San Diego (.330) are worse. --The Rockies have had a losing record in April in four of the past five years, the e]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-diamondbacks-preview-2222.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies lost their season opener in a slugfest, but bounced back to shut down the Arizona Diamondbacks with a strong performance from one of their top young pitchers.Trying for their first series win over the Diamondbacks in two seasons, the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jimenez pitches Rockies past D-backs]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/jimenez-pitches-rockies-past-d-backs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ubaldo Jimenez likes pitching in Arizona, and he finally has a victory to show for it.Jimenez threw seven sparkling innings, Troy Tulowitzki homered for the second straight game and the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 3-0 on Tuesday night.J]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-diamondbacks-preview-2224.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This wasn't the start Arizona was looking for from its ace. But the Diamondbacks would be thrilled if they could keep up this offensive production.With hard-throwing Dan Haren taking the mound for the Diamondbacks on Tuesday night, Arizona will try to con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These players, teams need fast starts]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/these-players-teams-need-fast-starts.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia was high on Dayn Perry's list of players who need to get off to a fast start. And that was before Monday's debacle.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2212.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies had an opening-day starting lineup in which all nine players were originally signed and developed by the franchise. The closest any other team came was seven for Arizona, Cleveland and Milwaukee. Florida had only one homegrown starter, OF Je]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2213.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies made room on their opening-day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turned 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he hasn't learned to use his sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2214.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were thrown a curve in their season-opening 9-8 loss at Arizona. They were the victims of a homer barrage by the Diamondbacks. And it's not just that they gave up five home runs, it is who gave up the five home runs. Sinkerball pitcher Aaron C]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-diamondbacks-preview-2215.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This wasn't the start Arizona was looking for from its ace. But the Diamondbacks would be thrilled if they could keep up this offensive production.With hard-throwing Dan Haren taking the mound for the Diamondbacks on Tuesday night, Arizona will try to con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ANALYSIS Can Rox mimic Rays? Fowler, Stewart may help, but team a longshot in flawed division ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/analysis-can-rox-mimic-rays-fowler-stewart-may-help-but-team-a-longshot-in-flawed-division-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diamondbacks 9, Rockies 8]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/diamondbacks-9-rockies-8.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Strong pitching is supposed to make the Arizona Diamondbacks a contender. Big bats made them a winner on opening day.Tony Clark and Arizona newcomer Felipe Lopez each homered from both sides of the plate, and the Diamondbacks outslugged the Colorado Rocki]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clark, Lopez homer twice as D-backs edge Rox]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/clark-lopez-homer-twice-as-d-backs-edge-rox.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:15:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tony Clark and Arizona newcomer Felipe Lopez each homered from both sides of the plate, and the Diamondbacks beat the Colorado Rockies 9-8 in a home run derby of an opener Monday.Eight home runs were hit in the game, including the decisive shot by Chad Tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2203.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shortstop Troy Tulowitzki will try to rebound from a poor 2008 season. And those around the Rockies fully expect he will. Tulowitzki finished the spring with a .317 average and got there in a way that reinforced the thoughts that he will return to his 200]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2204.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Rockies went 3-15 against the Diamondbacks last year and play six games of their first 14 games against them, all at Chase Field. After opening the season there April 6-8, the Rockies return for another three-game series April 20-22. It will be five]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-06]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2205.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies made room on their opening-day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turned 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he hasn't learned to use his sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 Colorado Rockies Roster]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/2009-colorado-rockies-roster.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager:No.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Webb, Cook meet in season opener at Arizona]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/webb-cook-meet-in-season-opener-at-arizona.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the fourth straight season, Brandon Webb will be the opening day starter for the Arizona Diamondbacks. For once, though, he'll be at home.The Arizona ace takes the mound against Colorado's Aaron Cook on Monday when the Diamondbacks open their season a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-diamondbacks-preview-2208.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the fourth straight season, Brandon Webb will be the opening day starter for the Arizona Diamondbacks. For once, though, he'll be at home.The Arizona ace takes the mound against Colorado's Aaron Cook on Monday when the Diamondbacks open their season a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays trade RHP Hammel to Rockies for minor leaguer]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rays-trade-rhp-hammel-to-rockies-for-minor-leaguer.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay traded pitcher Jason Hammel to the Colorado Rockies for minor league pitcher Aneury Rodriguez on Sunday, meaning Jeff Niemann becomes the Rays' fifth starter.Niemann, who is 6-foot-9, was the No. 4 overall draft pick in 2004.Hammel went 4-4 with]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's what to expect in 2009]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/here-s-what-to-expect-in-2009.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No one expected the Rays to reach the World Series last year. With that in mind, Joel Sherman tells you what to expect in 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2211.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 6, Mariners 5]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-6-mariners-5.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Seth Smith hit a bases-loaded RBI single off the left-field wall in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Colorado Rockies a 6-5 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday in the spring training finale for both teams.Mike Wilson's RBI single for t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2200.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the start of 2008, when they were coming off a late charge that resulted in a World Series appearance, the Rockies enter this season with few external expectations. Internally is another matter. This team believes it can contend, and in the Nationa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2201.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Dexter Fowler, who has yet to play at Class AAA, forced his way onto the Opening Day roster with a strong spring. The 23-year-old Fowler, a switch hitter who is the Rockies' best defensive outfielder, began exhibition play 3-for-20 with 10 strikeouts]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2202.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have to decide whether to make room on their Opening Day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turns 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for the 2009 MLB season ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/predictions-for-the-2009-mlb-season-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2193.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Dexter Fowler, who has yet to play at Class AAA, forced his way onto the Opening Day roster with a strong spring. The 23-year-old Fowler, a switch hitter who is the Rockies' best defensive outfielder, began exhibition play 3-for-20 with 10 strikeouts]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2194.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have to decide whether to make room on their Opening Day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turns 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2195.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the start of 2008, when they were coming off a late charge that resulted in a World Series appearance, the Rockies enter this season with few external expectations. Internally is another matter. This team believes it can contend, and in the Nationa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 6, Mariners 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-6-mariners-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Ichiro Suzuki sidelined to start the season, Endy Chavez and Franklin Gutierrez are competing for his leadoff spot.Both had two hits in the Seattle Mariners' 6-3 loss to the Colorado Rockies on Friday night as the teams played in a chilly 25-35 mph w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for all 30 MLB teams]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/predictions-for-all-30-mlb-teams.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You've waited five months for baseball to return. It's time to get serious. It's time for Ken Rosenthal's predictions for all 30 MLB teams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royals 6, Rockies 5 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/royals-6-rockies-5-2198.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook worked on his slider throughout spring training and called it his most improved pitch after working three innings in the Colorado Rockies' 6-5 loss to the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday.Cook gave up three runs and seven hits in his final outin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2184.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Huston Street will be the Rockies' closer, winning the job over RHP Manuel Corpas even though Corpas had better spring stats. Street, who was slowed by a right quadriceps strain, had a 5.23 Cactus League ERA. Corpas had a 1.00 ERA. --OF Dexter Fowle]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2185.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have to decide whether to make room on their Opening Day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turns 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2186.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the start of 2008, when they were coming off a late charge that resulted in a World Series appearance, the Rockies enter this season with few external expectations. Internally is another matter. This team believes it can contend, and in the Nationa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 7, Diamondbacks 4]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-7-diamondbacks-4.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Huston Street is taking over the closer role for the Colorado Rockies.Street, a right-hander acquired as part of a November trade with the Oakland Athletics involving for Matt Holliday, was named Colorado's closer before the Rockies' 7-4 victory over the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royals 6, Rockies 5 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/royals-6-rockies-5-2188.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook worked on his slider throughout spring training and called it his most improved pitch after working three innings in the Colorado Rockies' 6-5 loss to the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday.Cook gave up three runs and seven hits in his final outin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helton showing signs of being an elite hitter again]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/helton-showing-signs-of-being-an-elite-hitter-again.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A bad back cost Todd Helton in more ways than one. Tracy Ringolsby says his re-emergence is one NL storyline worth watching.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers cleared the way to give Andruw a shot 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rangers-cleared-the-way-to-give-andruw-a-shot-2190.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rangers released Frank Catalanotto so they could keep Andruw Jones. Ken Rosenthal explains why they made the move.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2191.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Colorado Rockies ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 7 at Arizona, 9:40 p.m.April 8 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 10 Philadelphia, 4:10 p.m.April 11 Philadelphia, 8:10 p.m.April 12 Philadelphia, 3:10 p.m.April 13 at Chicago Cubs, 2:2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadians look to leave WBC misery behind as season begins ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/canadians-look-to-leave-wbc-misery-behind-as-season-begins-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The World Baseball Classic certainly didn't go to plan for Canada and the frustration of the national team's shocking two-and-out elimination last month still lingers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2178.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Dexter Fowler, whose bat came around after an early-spring slump, earned a spot on the Opening Day roster. The Rockies reassigned OF Scott Podsednik to their minor league camp on March 31. Fowler was hitting .292 with six stolen bases this spring. Po]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2179.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have to decide whether to make room on their Opening Day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turns 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2180.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the start of 2008, when they were coming off a late charge that resulted in a World Series appearance, the Rockies enter this season with few external expectations. Internally is another matter. This team believes it can contend, and in the Nationa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royals 6, Rockies 5]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/royals-6-rockies-5.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook worked on his slider throughout spring training and called it his most improved pitch after working three innings in the Colorado Rockies' 6-5 loss to the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday.Cook gave up three runs and seven hits in his final outin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers cleared the way to give Andruw a shot]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rangers-cleared-the-way-to-give-andruw-a-shot.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rangers released Frank Catalanotto so they could keep Andruw Jones. 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Po]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2170.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:15:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have to decide whether to make room on their Opening Day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turns 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2171.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:15:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the start of 2008, when they were coming off a late charge that resulted in a World Series appearance, the Rockies enter this season with few external expectations. Internally is another matter. This team believes it can contend, and in the Nationa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 4, White Sox 1]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-4-white-sox-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:15:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Buehrle got a nice treat after throwing six solid innings Tuesday - another opening-day start."Getting drafted you never think you're going to get to the big leagues (then) you start opening day," he said. "It's definitely an honor to be out there."W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Angels tried, but couldn't move fifth outfielder]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sources-angels-tried-but-couldn-t-move-fifth-outfielder.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:15:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels owe their fifth OF $33 million. Naturally, they're trying to deal Gary Matthews Jr. But where? Ken Rosenthal tells you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These things will happen this season]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/these-things-will-happen-this-season.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:15:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny will be a pain. A-Rod won't come all the way back. Just a few of the things Ken Rosenthal says you can bank on in 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 10, Diamondbacks 3 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-10-diamondbacks-3-2175.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:15:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Marquis tossed five solid innings, Brad Hawpe hit a three-run homer and the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-3 on Monday.Marquis allowed two runs and three hits. He struggled in his previous three starts, allowing 22 earned runs and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2176.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:15:54 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Colorado Rockies ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 7 at Arizona, 9:40 p.m.April 8 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 10 Philadelphia, 4:10 p.m.April 11 Philadelphia, 8:10 p.m.April 12 Philadelphia, 3:10 p.m.April 13 at Chicago Cubs, 2:2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2161.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the start of 2008, when they were coming off a late charge that resulted in a World Series appearance, the Rockies enter this season with few external expectations. Internally is another matter. This team believes it can contend, and in the Nationa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2162.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Carlos Gonzalez and LHP Greg Smith, both acquired in the deal that sent LF Matt Holliday to Oakland, were optioned to Class AAA Colorado Springs. Smith was slowed this spring by the flu, while Gonzalez had a rib injury. --OF Matt Murton, who was batt]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2163.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have to decide whether to make room on their Opening Day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turns 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Halos tried, but couldn't move fifth outfielder]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sources-halos-tried-but-couldn-t-move-fifth-outfielder.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels owe their fifth OF $33 million. Naturally, they're trying to deal Gary Matthews Jr. But where? Ken Rosenthal tells you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 10, Diamondbacks 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-10-diamondbacks-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Marquis hopes this start stops any questions about his abilities.Marquis tossed five solid innings, Brad Hawpe hit a three-run homer and the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-3 on Monday.Marquis allowed two runs and three hits. He st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 10, Diamondbacks 3 2009-03-31]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-10-diamondbacks-3-2166.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Marquis tossed five solid innings, Brad Hawpe hit a three-run homer and the Colorado Rockies beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-3 on Monday.Marquis allowed two runs and three hits. He struggled in his previous three starts, allowing 22 earned runs and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2167.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Colorado Rockies ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 7 at Arizona, 9:40 p.m.April 8 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 10 Philadelphia, 4:10 p.m.April 11 Philadelphia, 8:10 p.m.April 12 Philadelphia, 3:10 p.m.April 13 at Chicago Cubs, 2:2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies option three players to Triple-A]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-option-three-players-to-triple-a.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies have optioned outfielders Carlos Gonzalez and Matt Murton and left-handed pitcher Greg Smith to Triple-A Colorado Springs.The Rockies also reassigned catchers Edwin Bellorin and Paul Phillips and left-handed pitcher Randy Flores to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athletics 7, Rockies 6]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/athletics-7-rockies-6.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was another rough day for an Oakland Athletics starting pitcher.Sean Gallagher gave up six runs and nine hits in five innings Sunday, and then was summoned into a meeting with general manager Billy Beane. Gallagher emerged a few minutes later and said ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2157.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Chris Iannetta returned to Cactus League play March 24 following three weeks with Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. He went 6-for-13 in the WBC, but manager Clint Hurdle felt Iannetta had nowhere near the number of at-bats he should have at this]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2158.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have to decide whether to make room on their Opening Day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turns 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2159.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the start of 2008, when they were coming off a late charge that resulted in a World Series appearance, the Rockies enter this season with few external expectations. Internally is another matter. This team believes it can contend, and in the Nationa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Rockies' Helton in swing at spring training 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/notes-rockies-helton-in-swing-at-spring-training-2160.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark down Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, 35, as an early candidate for Comeback Player of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2150.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Chris Iannetta returned to Cactus League play March 24 following three weeks with Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. He went 6-for-13 in the WBC, but manager Clint Hurdle felt Iannetta had nowhere near the number of at-bats he should have at this]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2151.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have to decide whether to make room on their Opening Day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turns 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2152.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the start of 2008, when they were coming off a late charge that resulted in a World Series appearance, the Rockies enter this season with few external expectations. Internally is another matter. This team believes it can contend, and in the Nationa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 10, Cubs 6]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-10-cubs-6.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Garrett Atkins homered in his first game in more than two weeks, leading the Colorado Rockies to a 10-6 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.Atkins, who hadn't played since March 10 because of a strained right hip flexor, connected against Ryan Demps]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Rockies' Helton in swing at spring training 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/notes-rockies-helton-in-swing-at-spring-training-2154.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark down Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, 35, as an early candidate for Comeback Player of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[History doesn't favor Rays repeat]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/history-doesn-t-favor-rays-repeat.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bad news, Rays fans: That World Series glow might not last too long in Tampa Bay. Tracy Ringolsby explains why.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2144.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Chris Iannetta returned to Cactus League play March 24 following three weeks with Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. He went 6-for-13 in the WBC, but manager Clint Hurdle felt Iannetta had nowhere near the number of at-bats he should have at this]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2145.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have to decide whether to make room on their Opening Day roster for 3B/LF/2B Ian Stewart, who turns 24 on April 5 and has impact power, and speedy CF Dexter Fowler, 23, the team's best outfielder and a potential base-stealer even though he has]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2146.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the start of 2008, when they were coming off a late charge that resulted in a World Series appearance, the Rockies enter this season with few external expectations. Internally is another matter. This team believes it can contend, and in the Nationa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 8, Mariners 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-8-mariners-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook's final line didn't look all that impressive, but the Colorado Rockies' opening day starter got just what he wanted out of his next-to-last spring training start.Cook pitched into the sixth inning, throwing exactly 100 pitches and giving up thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Rockies' Helton in swing at spring training]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/notes-rockies-helton-in-swing-at-spring-training.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark down Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, 35, as an early candidate for Comeback Player of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2149.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Colorado Rockies ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 7 at Arizona, 9:40 p.m.April 8 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 10 Philadelphia, 4:10 p.m.April 11 Philadelphia, 8:10 p.m.April 12 Philadelphia, 3:10 p.m.April 13 at Chicago Cubs, 2:2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2139.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, the top pitching prospect in the organization, has yet to throw a pitch at the Class AA level. But the 21-year-old made his first Cactus League start and (third spring appearance) March 16 when the Rockies decided to start RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2140.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jason Marquis is not making a great impression on his new team this spring. After allowing 12 runs (11 earned) in 3 1/3 innings against the Angels on March 25, Marquis' Cactus League ERA sits at 14.14. --LHP Greg Smith, who was out for three week du]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2141.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 8, Rockies 6]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-8-rockies-6.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Huston Street is finally showing he might be the right choice for the Colorado Rockies closer job.Street pitched a scoreless inning Thursday, his fifth in six games, but the Rockies lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-6.Colorado manager Clint Hurdle refuses]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2143.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Colorado Rockies ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 7 at Arizona, 9:40 p.m.April 8 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 10 Philadelphia, 4:10 p.m.April 11 Philadelphia, 8:10 p.m.April 12 Philadelphia, 3:10 p.m.April 13 at Chicago Cubs, 2:2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2133.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2134.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, the top pitching prospect in the organization, has yet to throw a pitch at the Class AA level. But the 21-year-old made his first Cactus League start and (third spring appearance) March 16 when the Rockies decided to start RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2135.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jason Marquis is not making a great impression on his new team this spring. After allowing 12 runs (11 earned) in 3 1/3 innings against the Angels on March 25, Marquis' Cactus League ERA sits at 14.14. --LHP Greg Smith, who was out for three week du]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 18, Rockies 11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/angels-18-rockies-11.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A stiff wind blowing out to center field made things difficult for the pitchers Wednesday. Torii Hunter had it worse, though.The Angels center fielder had a ball deflect off his nose in the first inning, turning a drive by Jeff Baker into a two-run inside]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2137.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Colorado Rockies ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 7 at Arizona, 9:40 p.m.April 8 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 10 Philadelphia, 4:10 p.m.April 11 Philadelphia, 8:10 p.m.April 12 Philadelphia, 3:10 p.m.April 13 at Chicago Cubs, 2:2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why your team will win the Series ... in one sentence]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/why-your-team-will-win-the-series-in-one-sentence.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You want optimism, but don't have much time? Let Dayn Perry tell you how your team can win the World Series ... in one sentence.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2125.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, the top pitching prospect in the organization, has yet to throw a pitch at the Class AA level. But the 21-year-old made his first Cactus League start and (third spring appearance) March 16 when the Rockies decided to start RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2126.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Greg Smith, who was out for three week due to the flu, returned to action March 24. He allowed four runs (three earned) in three innings against the Cubs. Smith said he wore down as the game progressed. Because the Rockies have three scheduled off d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2127.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 9, Rockies 8]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/cubs-9-rockies-8.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Greg Smith's fatigue was understandable.Smith pitched three innings in the Colorado Rockies' 9-8 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday in his first Cactus League game since March 3 after being sidelined with flulike symptoms."I felt OK," Smith said. "I didn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scout.com Unveils Top Prospect Rankings]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/scout-com-unveils-top-prospect-rankings.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Scout.com's MLB team experts have identified the top minor league prospects in all of professional baseball. 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Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Random thoughts at a very random time]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/random-thoughts-at-a-very-random-time.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The season's almost here and there are lots of stories and non-stories circulating. Tracy Ringolsby give his thoughts on them all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2120.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:15:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, the top pitching prospect in the organization, has yet to throw a pitch at the Class AA level. But the 21-year-old made his first Cactus League start and (third spring appearance) March 16 when the Rockies decided to start RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2121.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:15:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Greg Smith, who missed three scheduled starts due to the flu, pitched two scoreless innings March 18 in a minor league game. It was just Smith's third appearance of the spring and first since March 3. Because the Rockies have three scheduled off day]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2122.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:15:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:15:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 7, Brewers 1]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-7-brewers-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:15:45 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Todd Helton hit a towering home run and played seven innings in the field for a second straight game, further proof that his surgically repaired back is feeling just fine.The Colorado first baseman finished 2-for-3 with two RBIs, leading the Rockies to a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 4, Indians 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-4-indians-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:15:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cliff Lee and Aaron Cook were masterful in a matchup of staff aces.Lee finally resembled his Cy Young Award form while Cook showed crafty command Sunday in the Colorado Rockies' 4-3 win over the Cleveland Indians.Lee had struggled this spring, allowing 14]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street, Corpas competing for Rockies' closer's job]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/street-corpas-competing-for-rockies-closer-s-job.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:15:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manuel Corpas couldn't stop nibbling last season - on corners with his sharp slider or on postgame pizzas.The Colorado Rockies reliever realized if he wanted a taste of being a closer again, he had to eliminate both temptations.So he did just that.Corpas ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2117.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:15:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2118.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:15:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, the top pitching prospect in the organization, has yet to throw a pitch at the Class AA level. But the 21-year-old made his first Cactus League start and (third spring appearance) March 16 when the Rockies decided to start RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2119.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 08:15:21 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Greg Smith, who missed three scheduled starts due to the flu, pitched two scoreless innings March 18 in a minor league game. It was just Smith's third appearance of the spring and first since March 3. Because the Rockies have three scheduled off day]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 8, Rockies 4]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rangers-8-rockies-4.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chad Tracy's first major league spring training appearance was memorable.The son of former Dodgers and Pirates manager Jim Tracy hit a tiebreaking grand slam in the seventh inning Saturday, leading the Texas Rangers over the Colorado Rockies 8-4."This is ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tulowitzki putting forgettable season behind]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/tulowitzki-putting-forgettable-season-behind.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Troy Tulowitzki is used to shining, not struggling.So when the Colorado Rockies shortstop found himself in a horrible hitting slump last season, he didn't know how to handle the slide.Tulowitzki grew anxious, which turned into annoyance, followed by extre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2110.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2111.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, the top pitching prospect in the organization, has yet to throw a pitch at the Class AA level. But the 21-year-old made his first Cactus League start and (third spring appearance) March 16 when the Rockies decided to start RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2112.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Greg Smith, who missed three scheduled starts due to the flu, pitched two scoreless innings March 18 in a minor league game. It was just Smith's third appearance of the spring and first since March 3. Because the Rockies have three scheduled off day]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2113.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Colorado Rockies ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 7 at Arizona, 9:40 p.m.April 8 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 10 Philadelphia, 4:10 p.m.April 11 Philadelphia, 8:10 p.m.April 12 Philadelphia, 3:10 p.m.April 13 at Chicago Cubs, 2:2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Face it, there's no good time for WBC]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/face-it-there-s-no-good-time-for-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The WBC's problem isn't injuries &#151; it's timing. Tracy Ringolsby says there's just no reasonable way to make the schedule work.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2102.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2103.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Jhoulys Chacin, the top pitching prospect in the organization, has yet to throw a pitch at the Class AA level. But the 21-year-old made his first Cactus League start and (third spring appearance) March 16 when the Rockies decided to start RHP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2104.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Greg Smith, who missed three scheduled starts due to the flu, pitched two scoreless innings March 18 in a minor league game. It was just Smith's third appearance of the spring and first since March 3. Because the Rockies have three scheduled off day]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jimenez searching for consistency on mound]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/jimenez-searching-for-consistency-on-mound.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ubaldo Jimenez's best friend on the mound is his four-seam fastball.It's also been his foe at times.That's why the Colorado Rockies pitcher is attempting to become less reliant on a blazing pitch that can reach 98 mph.Not to mention make that fastball eve]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 11, Rockies 5]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rangers-11-rockies-5.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Josh Hamilton doesn't feel comfortable at the plate so far this spring.His swing feels funny, his timing off.Still, the Texas Rangers slugger is hitting .400, even after an 0-for-4 performance in an 11-5 win over the Colorado Rockies on Friday.Not bad for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/-2107.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Colorado Rockies ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 7 at Arizona, 9:40 p.m.April 8 at Arizona, 3:40 p.m.April 10 Philadelphia, 4:10 p.m.April 11 Philadelphia, 8:10 p.m.April 12 Philadelphia, 3:10 p.m.April 13 at Chicago Cubs, 2:2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2096.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies are relying more on left-hander Jorge De La Rosa following the likely loss of lefty Jeff Francis for the season. Francis' shoulder surgery moved De La Rosa up to fourth in the rotation, but De La Rosa's early spring outings have done nothing t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2097.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Not surprisingly, manager Clint Hurdle named RHP Aaron Cook to start the season opener April 6 at Arizona and RHP Ubaldo Jimenez to pitch the second game the following night. It will be the second Opening Day assignment for Cook, the other also coming a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2098.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 3, Rockies 2]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-3-rockies-2.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Clayton Kershaw celebrated his 21st birthday by hitting his first homer since high school, pitching five scoreless innings and leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 3-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday.An .069 hitter with two singles as a rook]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gonzalez hoping to help ease Holliday's departure]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/gonzalez-hoping-to-help-ease-holliday-s-departure.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies outfielder Carlos Gonzalez has a quiet, laid-back demeanor.Just like Matt Holliday.Gonzalez wears No. 5 and possesses a powerful swing.Same as Holliday.But he can't be Holliday, only himself.He's hoping that's enough."People aren't going ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Closers can't find the keys to the vault]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/closers-can-t-find-the-keys-to-the-vault.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You can bank on the best closers to put away games, but they can't bank on blockbuster deals, Tracy Ringolsby says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2093.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies are relying more on left-hander Jorge De La Rosa following the likely loss of lefty Jeff Francis for the season. Francis' shoulder surgery moved De La Rosa up to fourth in the rotation, but De La Rosa's early spring outings have done nothing t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2094.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Not surprisingly, manager Clint Hurdle named RHP Aaron Cook to start the season opener April 6 at Arizona and RHP Ubaldo Jimenez to pitch the second game the following night. It will be the second Opening Day assignment for Cook, the other also coming a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2095.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2088.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies are relying more on left-hander Jorge De La Rosa following the likely loss of lefty Jeff Francis for the season. Francis' shoulder surgery moved De La Rosa up to fourth in the rotation, but De La Rosa's early spring outings have done nothing t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-18]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2089.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Not surprisingly, manager Clint Hurdle named RHP Aaron Cook to start the season opener April 6 at Arizona and RHP Ubaldo Jimenez to pitch the second game the following night. 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Francis' shoulder surgery moved De La Rosa up to fourth in the rotation, but De La Rosa's early spring outings have done nothing t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2083.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies are relying more on left-hander Jorge De La Rosa following the likely loss of lefty Jeff Francis for the season. 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They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hurdle not concerned with uncertainty in Colorado]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/hurdle-not-concerned-with-uncertainty-in-colorado.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Clint Hurdle doesn't have a deal beyond this season in Colorado, but Tracy Ringolsby says the skipper won't let that affect him..]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners 10, Rockies 5]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/mariners-10-rockies-5.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Colorado outfielder Brad Hawpe's pinkie has healed. 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Ken Rosenthal has the answer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decisions that must be made this spring]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/decisions-that-must-be-made-this-spring.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Make David Price a starter? Sign Pudge or Pedro? Spring training is about decisions and Tracy Ringolsby has found some critical ones.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2062.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies began Cactus League play with seven consecutive losses in which they were outscored 53-26 and outhomered 11-4. The results could be explained in part by rules imposed by manager Clint Hurdle. 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He homered March 8 off Padres RHP Chris Young in his first Cactus League at-bat. --INF Luis Gonzalez, who played last season in Japan, was reassigned to the Rockies' ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2064.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 5, Indians 0]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-5-indians-0.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook struck out seven over five innings to outpitch AL Cy Young Award winner Cliff Lee, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Cleveland Indians 5-0 on Wednesday.Dan Ortmeier had three hits for the Rockies, who scored four runs off Lee in the first three]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 4, Padres 2 2009-03-09]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-4-padres-2-2066.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Todd Helton had a ho-hum reaction to hitting a 450-foot home run in his first plate appearance of the spring following offseason back surgery."It's just one at-bat," the Rockies first baseman said. "Don't get me wrong, it is a lot better than a groundout ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2055.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2056.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies began Cactus League play with seven consecutive losses in which they were outscored 53-26 and outhomered 11-4. The results could be explained in part by rules imposed by manager Clint Hurdle. He has emphasized basics at the outset of spring tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2057.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Todd Helton, coming off back surgery last September, enjoyed a strong spring debut. He homered March 8 off Padres RHP Chris Young in his first Cactus League at-bat. --INF Luis Gonzalez, who played last season in Japan, was reassigned to the Rockies' ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No excuse for Dominican performance in WBC]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/no-excuse-for-dominican-performance-in-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Netherlands stunned the Dominican Republic again and sent them packing. Ken Rosenthal says there's simply no excuse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies defeat Holliday, Athletics 14-7]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-defeat-holliday-athletics-14-7.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oakland outfielder Matt Holliday enjoyed facing his former team for the first time on Tuesday.Holliday, the 2007 National League batting champion, had two singles but the Rockies earned a 14-7 victory."These guys are going to be my friends until I die, no]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 14, Athletics 7]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-14-athletics-7.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oakland outfielder Matt Holliday enjoyed facing his former team for the first time on Tuesday.Holliday had two singles but the Rockies earned a 14-7 victory."These guys are going to be my friends until I die, no matter where I play, what team they're on o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 4, Padres 2 2009-03-09]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-4-padres-2-2061.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Todd Helton had a ho-hum reaction to hitting a 450-foot home run in his first plate appearance of the spring following offseason back surgery."It's just one at-bat," the Rockies first baseman said. "Don't get me wrong, it is a lot better than a groundout ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2051.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies began Cactus League play with seven consecutive losses in which they were outscored 53-26 and outhomered 11-4. The results could be explained in part by rules imposed by manager Clint Hurdle. He has emphasized basics at the outset of spring tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2052.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Todd Helton, coming off back surgery last September, enjoyed a strong spring debut. 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They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 4, Padres 2 2009-03-09]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-4-padres-2-2054.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Todd Helton had a ho-hum reaction to hitting a 450-foot home run in his first plate appearance of the spring following offseason back surgery."It's just one at-bat," the Rockies first baseman said. "Don't get me wrong, it is a lot better than a groundout ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helton leads Rockies to 4-2 win over Padres]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/helton-leads-rockies-to-4-2-win-over-padres.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Todd Helton had a ho-hum reaction to hitting a 450-foot home run in his first plate appearance of the spring following offseason back surgery."It's just one at-bat," the Rockies first baseman said. 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"Don't get me wrong, it is a lot better than a groundout ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2048.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2049.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies began Cactus League play with seven consecutive losses in which they were outscored 53-26 and outhomered 11-4. The results could be explained in part by rules imposed by manager Clint Hurdle. He has emphasized basics at the outset of spring tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2050.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Taylor Buchholz will miss at least the first month of the season after being diagnosed with a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow. He's expected to be out four to six weeks and then will need time to build up his arm strength]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2041.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2042.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies began Cactus League play with seven consecutive losses in which they were outscored 53-26 and outhomered 11-4. The results could be explained in part by rules imposed by manager Clint Hurdle. He has emphasized basics at the outset of spring tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2043.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Taylor Buchholz will miss at least the first month of the season after being diagnosed with a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow. He's expected to be out four to six weeks and then will need time to build up his arm strength]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 9, Giants 7]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-9-giants-7.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Franklin Morales pitched as though he belongs in Colorado's rotation.One of several candidates for the team's final starting spot, Morales threw four shutout innings Saturday in a 9-7 victory over the San Francisco Giants."I don't think about it. I just n]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies could be the upsetter in the West]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-could-be-the-upsetter-in-the-west.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies went from NL champs in '07 to 74-win also-ran last season. So where's the truth? Find out if a rebound is in the offing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2037.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies began Cactus League play with seven consecutive losses in which they were outscored 53-26 and outhomered 11-4. The results could be explained in part by rules imposed by manager Clint Hurdle. He has emphasized basics at the outset of spring tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2038.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Taylor Buchholz will miss at least the first month of the season after being diagnosed with a partially torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow. He's expected to be out four to six weeks and then will need time to build up his arm strength]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2039.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 13, Padres 11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-13-padres-11.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It took a while, but the Colorado Rockies are in the win column.Aaron Cook struck out six and the Rockies became the last team in the majors to win this spring, beating the San Diego Padres 13-11 Friday.Catchers Yorvit Torrealba and Michael McKenry each h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mexico has 14 hits in 7-3 win over Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/mexico-has-14-hits-in-7-3-win-over-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mexico is sending a message to the rest of the World Baseball Classic teams: Don't take our squad lightly.Colorado Rockies starter Jorge De La Rosa will vouch for Mexico's prowess after giving up 11 hits and six runs in a 7-3 loss Thursday.De La Rosa, on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2032.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's now or never for Juan Morillo with the Rockies. The right-handed reliever is out of minor league options, so if Morillo doesn't win a spot in their bullpen, the Rockies will have to place him on waivers before sending him to minors.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2033.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Taylor Buchholz was diagnosed with a sprained right elbow ligament, and he will be sidelined for one month. 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They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies' Buchholz sidelined with bad elbow]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-buchholz-sidelined-with-bad-elbow.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies setup man Taylor Buchholz will miss at least a month with a sprained ligament in his throwing elbow.An MRI exam Wednesday revealed the problem. No surgery is scheduled, the team said.The right-hander had a 2.17 ERA last year, sixth-lowest]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five things more important than Manny in L.A.]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/five-things-more-important-than-manny-in-l-a-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now that they got their Manny, Tracy Ringolsby looks at the real issues facing the Dodgers as they try to defend their division title.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2028.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's now or never for Juan Morillo with the Rockies. The right-handed reliever is out of minor league options, so if Morillo doesn't win a spot in their bullpen, the Rockies will have to place him on waivers before sending him to minors.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2029.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Brad Hawpe suffered a cut on his left little finger when spiked in a Feb. 27 game, and he will be unable to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2030.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers 8, Rockies 6]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/brewers-8-rockies-6.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yovani Gallardo celebrated his new contract with a crisp outing Tuesday, striking out five and allowing only one hit over two innings in the Milwaukee Brewers' 8-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies."It was lot better for me than the last time," said Galla]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2025.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Brad Hawpe suffered a cut on his left little finger when spiked in a Feb. 27 game, and he will be unable to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2026.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2027.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's now or never for Juan Morillo with the Rockies. The right-handed reliever is out of minor league options, so if Morillo doesn't win a spot in their bullpen, the Rockies will have to place him on waivers before sending him to minors.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 12, Rockies 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/angels-12-rockies-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels ace John Lackey showed why he gets paid to pitch and not hit in his spring debut.Lackey did just about everything right in Los Angeles' 12-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday while on the mound, throwing two innings of hitless ball."The a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Los Angeles Angels beat Rockies 12-3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/los-angeles-angels-beat-rockies-12-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Angels ace John Lackey showed why he gets paid to pitch and not hit in his spring debut.Lackey did just about everything right in Los Angeles' 12-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday while on the mound, throwing two innings of hitless ball."The a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-2021.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Brad Hawpe suffered a cut on his left little finger when spiked in a Feb. 27 game, and he will be unable to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2022.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2023.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's now or never for Juan Morillo with the Rockies. The right-handed reliever is out of minor league options, so if Morillo doesn't win a spot in their bullpen, the Rockies will have to place him on waivers before sending him to minors.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians 6, Rockies 4]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/indians-6-rockies-4.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Sowers and Zach Jackson stayed about even in the race to be Cleveland's No. 5 starter. 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They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-2009.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's now or never for Juan Morillo with the Rockies. 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They trade]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 13, Rockies 5]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dodgers-13-rockies-5.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dodgers starter Clayton Kershaw got into a jam during his first spring training work, but prefers to believe he'll be better for it in the long run.One of Los Angeles' best young pitchers had a perfect first inning before allowing two runs in the second d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Injured Hawpe to miss World Baseball Classic]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/injured-hawpe-to-miss-world-baseball-classic.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Colorado outfielder Brad Hawpe will miss the World Baseball Classic because of a left finger injury.Hawpe had four stitches on his pinkie finger after being spiked in the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels on Friday. He was accidentally stepped o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diamondbacks 5, Rockies 3 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/diamondbacks-5-rockies-3-2014.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Cook needed to face only one batter before he felt at ease on the mound in his first start of spring training.Cook retired Felipe Lopez en route to two scoreless innings before the Colorado Rockies lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks, 5-3, Wednesday in]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 5, Rockies 3]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/angels-5-rockies-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Greg Smith had trouble settling down on the mound in his debut with the Colorado Rockies."I was very anxious and very emotional out there," Smith said after he allowed three runs, three hits and three walks over two innings in the Rockies' 5-3 loss to the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-2003.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies were proactive in trading LF Matt Holliday, who can be a free agent after this season, to the A's for three players in November, knowing there would be a glut of corner outfielders on the market and it behooved them to move quickly. 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"It's been better,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1832.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 09:00:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' offseason began with a bang when they dealt Matt Holliday to the A's for LHP Greg Smith, RHP Huston Street and OF Carlos Gonzalez. Colorado later added RHP Jason Marquis from the Cubs to provide depth in the rotation. 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"It's been better,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1824.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' offseason began with a bang when they dealt Matt Holliday to the A's for LHP Greg Smith, RHP Huston Street and OF Carlos Gonzalez. Colorado later added RHP Jason Marquis from the Cubs to provide depth in the rotation. 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Ken Rosenthal reveals what New York could be up to next.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASEBALL'S DESERT BLOOM ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/baseball-s-desert-bloom-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Recession or no recession, these are heady times for Arizona's Cactus League.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1812.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' offseason began with a bang when they dealt Matt Holliday to the A's for LHP Greg Smith, RHP Huston Street and OF Carlos Gonzalez. Colorado later added RHP Jason Marquis from the Cubs to provide depth in the rotation. 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Ken Rosenthal reveals what New York could be up to next.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster opts out of World Baseball Classic ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/dempster-opts-out-of-world-baseball-classic-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Dempster has decided he will not pitch for Team Canada in the World Baseball Classic at the Rogers Centre in Toronto this March.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's not too late to land big, free-agent stars]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/it-s-not-too-late-to-land-big-free-agent-stars.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's late January and there's still plenty of talent on the free-agent market. Here's a look at the best fits for some of the biggest names.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1802.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:15:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' offseason began with a bang when they dealt Matt Holliday to the A's for LHP Greg Smith, RHP Huston Street and OF Carlos Gonzalez. Colorado later added RHP Jason Marquis from the Cubs to provide depth in the rotation. 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The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies name minor league staff ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-name-minor-league-staff-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[DENVER -- TheColoradoRockies announced their minor league coaching staff for the 2009 season Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1683.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1675.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' offseason began with a bang when they dealt Matt Holliday to the A's for LHP Greg Smith, RHP Huston Street and OF Carlos Gonzalez. The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-1676.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have given Huston Street a slight edge over Manuel Corpas to become their closer, but competition in spring training will determine which one begins the season in that coveted role. Colorado is looking for a closer because Brian Fuentes declin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-1677.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Willy Taveras became a free agent after not being tendered a contract by the Rockies. He made $2,025,000 last season when he hit .251 with a .308 on-base percentage while leading the majors with 68 stolen bases.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1678.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1670.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' offseason began with a bang when they dealt Matt Holliday to the A's for LHP Greg Smith, RHP Huston Street and OF Carlos Gonzalez. The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-1671.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have given Huston Street a slight edge over Manuel Corpas to become their closer, but competition in spring training will determine which one begins the season in that coveted role. Colorado is looking for a closer because Brian Fuentes declin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-1672.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Willy Taveras became a free agent after not being tendered a contract by the Rockies. He made $2,025,000 last season when he hit .251 with a .308 on-base percentage while leading the majors with 68 stolen bases.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phil Anastasia: New life for Neal with Phils ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/phil-anastasia-new-life-for-neal-with-phils-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Millions of long-suffering fans watched in wonder as the Phillies finally won the World Series.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1674.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Around The Majors: N.L. West]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/around-the-majors-n-l-west.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The N.L. West is wide open headed into 2009, writes Tyler Hissey, in the debut of a division-by-division breakdown.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-1666.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Willy Taveras became a free agent after not being tendered a contract by the Rockies. 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The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-1668.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have given Huston Street a slight edge over Manuel Corpas to become their closer, but competition in spring training will determine which one begins the season in that coveted role. Colorado is looking for a closer because Brian Fuentes declin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1669.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Mets to make push for righty Redding]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sources-mets-to-make-push-for-righty-redding.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets, trying to create additional options for their rotation, are attempting to sign free-agent right-hander Tim Redding, major-league sources say.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox staying true to youth movement]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/white-sox-staying-true-to-youth-movement.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We laughed when Ken Williams said the ChiSox would stay young. Ken Rosenthal says Chicago's youth movement is getting serious.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-1661.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have given Huston Street a slight edge over Manuel Corpas to become their closer, but competition in spring training will determine which one begins the season in that coveted role. Colorado is looking for a closer because Brian Fuentes declin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-1662.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Willy Taveras became a free agent after not being tendered a contract by the Rockies. 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The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1664.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-1654.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies have given Huston Street a slight edge over Manuel Corpas to become their closer, but competition in spring training will determine which one begins the season in that coveted role. Colorado is looking for a closer because Brian Fuentes declin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-1655.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Willy Taveras became a free agent after not being tendered a contract by the Rockies. He made $2,025,000 last season when he hit .251 with a .308 on-base percentage while leading the majors with 68 stolen bases.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1656.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' offseason began with a bang when they dealt Matt Holliday to the A's for LHP Greg Smith, RHP Huston Street and OF Carlos Gonzalez. The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it?]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's even worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates hire former Colorado Rockies broadcaster ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/pirates-hire-former-colorado-rockies-broadcaster-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Neverett, a former broadcaster for the Colorado Rockies, was hired today to be play-by-play announcer for the Pirates, filling the post vacated by Lanny Frattare's retirement Oct. 1.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brian Fuentes: Two-year deal on the table]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/brian-fuentes-two-year-deal-on-the-table.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1651.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' offseason began with a bang when they dealt Matt Holliday to the A's for LHP Greg Smith, RHP Huston Street and OF Carlos Gonzalez. The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-1652.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' top priority entering the winter meetings was acquiring a left-handed reliever. They came away with one by agreeing to a free agent contract with durable Alan Embree, who turns 39 next month. 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The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-1646.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' top priority entering the winter meetings was acquiring a left-handed reliever. They came away with one by agreeing to a free agent contract with durable Alan Embree, who turns 39 next month. 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But ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers can't close deal in Vegas]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/tigers-can-t-close-deal-in-vegas.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS -- To borrow the title of an old Meat Loaf song, "Two Out of Three Ain't Bad" describes theDetroitTigers' endeavors at Baseball's winter meetings, which ended Thursday at the Bellagio.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brian Fuentes: Going Home?]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/brian-fuentes-going-home-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embree guaranteed $2.25 million by Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/embree-guaranteed-2-25-million-by-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 00:21:01 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reliever Alan Embree was guaranteed $2.25 million in his one-year contract with a the Colorado Rockies.Embree has a $2 million salary next year, and the deal contains a $3 million team option for 2010 with a $250,000 buyout. 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The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nats agree with Harris, opt to let Redding go ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/nats-agree-with-harris-opt-to-let-redding-go-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:15:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheWashingtonNationals signed utilityman Willie Harris to a two-year extension Friday and elected to cut right-hander Tim Redding before the deadline to tender contracts to arbitration-eligible players. 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The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Inside Pitch 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-inside-pitch-1553.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By hiring Don Baylor as hitting coach, the Rockies hope to improve their future by reaching into their past. Baylor, 59, was the Rockies' first manager, holding that job from 1993 through 1998. 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Rich Dauer, formerly the Rockies' roving infield instructor, will be the third base coach, and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1547.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 08:15:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies' offseason began with a bang when they dealt Matt Holliday to the A's for LHP Greg Smith, RHP Huston Street and OF Carlos Gonzalez. The team also could make changes in center field and at second base, and it has options in house, but that thin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Furcal meets with A's officials in Oakland]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sources-furcal-meets-with-a-s-officials-in-oakland.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's continued their aggressive courtship of Rafael Furcal on Tuesday, meeting in Oakland with the free-agent shortstop, his wife, Glenny, and his agent, Paul Kinzer, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge dismisses 3 charges against Bonds ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/judge-dismisses-3-charges-against-bonds-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Three charges against Barry Bonds were dismissed Monday by a federal judge who left intact most of the indictment alleging he lied to a grand jury when he denied knowingly taking performance-enhancing drugs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 counts dismissed against Barry Bonds ]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/3-counts-dismissed-against-barry-bonds-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:15:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN FRANCISCO -- Three charges against Barry Bonds were dismissed Monday by a federal judge who left intact most of the indictment alleging he lied to a grand jury when he denied knowingly taking performance-enhancing drugs. 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Roving pitching coordinator Jim Wright, who was the Rockies' pitching coach in 2002,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's acquire Holliday from Colorado]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/a-s-acquire-holliday-from-colorado.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Holliday hardly could have expected to land with the low-budget Oakland Athletics.The A's completed their trade with the Colorado Rockies for the star outfielder Wednesday, securing the big bat Oakland sought for the middle of its order."Originally, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's Official: A's Acquire Holliday For Three]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/it-s-official-a-s-acquire-holliday-for-three.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Oakland A's officially announced a deal with the Colorado Rockies for 2007 NL MVP runner-up Matt Holliday for three players, including 2005 AL Rookie of the Year Huston Street.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hoffman, Peavy show Padres feeling the pinch]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/hoffman-peavy-show-padres-feeling-the-pinch.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Why are Jake Peavy and Trevor Hoffman as good as gone in San Diego? Tracy Ringolsby says the team is bracing for tough times.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's, Rockies finalize Holliday trade]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/a-s-rockies-finalize-holliday-trade.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Oakland Athletics have completed their trade for star outfielder Matt Holliday from the Colorado Rockies, acquiring the big bat they wanted for the middle of their lineup.The Rockies receive right-handed reliever Huston Street, lefty starter Greg Smit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers' veterans could be dealt for pitching help 2008-11-12]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/brewers-veterans-could-be-dealt-for-pitching-help-1463.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A lack of pitching depth could force the Brewers to trade some veterans, including star shortstop J.J. Hardy, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies not done dealing after Holliday trade 2008-11-12]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-not-done-dealing-after-holliday-trade-1464.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:15:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies aren't done dealing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's, Rockies close to completing Holliday trade]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/a-s-rockies-close-to-completing-holliday-trade.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Holliday's trade to the Oakland Athletics was nearly completed Tuesday and an announcement was expected soon.The Colorado Rockies were set to send Holliday to the A's for reliever Huston Street, left-hander Greg Smith and outfielder Carlos Gonzalez. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers' veterans could be dealt for pitching help]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/brewers-veterans-could-be-dealt-for-pitching-help.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A lack of pitching depth could force the Brewers to trade some veterans, including star shortstop J.J. Hardy, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies not done dealing after Holliday trade]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/rockies-not-done-dealing-after-holliday-trade.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rockies aren't done dealing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: A's close to deal for Rockies star Holliday 2008-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sources-a-s-close-to-deal-for-rockies-star-holliday-1453.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's are close to acquiring left fielder Matt Holliday from the Rockies, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-1454.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Matt Holliday has put the Denver home he purchased for nearly $5 million less than two years ago on the market and is renting an apartment in Laguna Beach, Calif., not far from the Newport Beach offices of his agent, Scott Boras.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Roster Report 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-roster-report-1455.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:15:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The focus for the Rockies will be to add a middle-of-the-rotation starting pitcher and speed. The speed could come in center field or at second base. The Rockies need another starter, and manager Clint Hurdle said they want to add someone who will be good]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: A's Acquire Holliday For Three]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/report-a-s-acquire-holliday-for-three.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Oakland A's have agreed to a deal to acquire outfielder Matt Holliday for reliever Huston Street, outfielder Carlos Gonzalez and left-hander Greg Smith, according to multiple Internet outlets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP Sources: Tentative deal to send Holliday to A's]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/ap-sources-tentative-deal-to-send-holliday-to-a-s.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Star outfielder Matt Holliday appears headed to the Oakland Athletics in a surprising move for a franchise known more for shedding stars than adding them.Two people familiar with the proposed deal said Monday the A's and the Colorado Rockies have reached ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: A's close to deal for Rockies star Holliday]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/sources-a-s-close-to-deal-for-rockies-star-holliday.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's are close to acquiring left fielder Matt Holliday from the Rockies, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Matt Holliday: A's Holliday Shopping?]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/matt-holliday-a-s-holliday-shopping-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colorado Rockies Notes, Quotes 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.rockieshome.com/news/colorado-rockies-notes-quotes-1445.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:15:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Matt Holliday has put the Denver home he purchased for nearly $5 million less than two years ago on the market and is renting an apartment in Laguna Beach, Calif., not far from 
