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Blackmon, Goodman Lead Rockies Past White Sox in Cactus League Clash

Rockies 7, White Sox 3 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (Mar. 24) — The Colorado Rockies defeated the Chicago White Sox, 7–3, in Cactus League play Sunday afternoon. Leading the Rockies offensively were Charlie Blackmon, who went 3-for-3 with a double and a run scored, and Hunter Goodman, who belted a three-run homer. Rockies – White Sox Game […]

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Rangers Sign Michael Lorenzen

Texas Rangers

The Texas Rangers have added free agent right-hander Michael Lorenzen to their starting rotation. The Rangers and Lorenzen agreed to a one-year deal late Wednesday evening, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The deal, which is pending a physical, includes $2.5 million in incentives and maxes out at $7 million. The Rangers have not confirmed […]

Kris Bryant of the Rockies batting against the Diamondbacks in a spring training game

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Rockies Outpitched by Diamondbacks in Cactus League Loss

Diamondbacks 5, Rockies 1 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (Mar. 20) — The Arizona Diamondbacks held the Colorado Rockies to three hits in a 5–1 Cactus League victory Wednesday afternoon at Salt River Fields. Rockies – Diamondbacks Game Summary The Diamondbacks did not notch a baserunner until the bottom of the third, when Emmanuel Rivera walked with one […]

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Dodgers, Padres Open MLB Regular Season in Seoul, South Korea

The 2024 MLB regular season is now open with the Los Angeles Dodgers taking on the San Diego Padres in Seoul, South Korea. The setting was far different for both teams last year as the Dodgers opened the 2023 season with an 8–2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. The […]

Charlie Blackmon leading off of first in the Rockies Guardians games.

Rockies Settle for Spring Tie with Guardians; Late Walks the Culprit

Rockies 8, Guardians 8 (Tie) SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (Mar. 19) — Late walks allowed the Cleveland Guardians to rally from a 7–0 deficit and tie the Colorado Rockies, 8–8, in Cactus League play Tuesday afternoon. Both teams used split squads in the game, with the Rockies also facing the Seattle Mariners in Peoria and the Guardians […]

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Blake Snell Signs with Giants

San Francisco Giants

The San Francisco Giants have added a major piece to their starting rotation by agreeing to terms with Blake Snell. News of the deal was first reported by MLB Network insider Jon Heyman. With Opening Day in sight, the reigning NL Cy Young winner was one of the last remaining big-name free agents on the […]

Charlie Blackmon batting in a Rockies – Giants Cactus League game.

Defense Guides Rockies Past Giants in Cactus League Matinee

Rockies 5, Giants 3 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (Mar. 17) — The Colorado Rockies defeated the San Francisco Giants, 5–3, in Cactus League play Sunday afternoon at Scottsdale Stadium. They rapped nine hits, including two doubles and one triple. Additionally, key defensive plays kept the Giants from tying the score on two separate occasions. Rockies – Giants […]

Logan Allen of the Guardians throwing a pitch to Sam Hilliard of the Rockies in a spring training game.

Guardians Thump Rockies in Cactus League Slugfest

Guardians 13, Rockies 7 GOODYEAR, Ariz. (Mar. 14) — The Cleveland Guardians routed the Colorado Rockies, 13–7, in a Cactus League slugfest Thursday afternoon at Goodyear Ballpark. It was a game that saw 26 combined hits and featured five home runs, four by the Guardians and one by the Rockies. Rockies – Guardians Game Summary […]