Get ready for an exciting spring training season with the Colorado Rockies! The team is determined to turn things around after a challenging 2025 campaign, and with a fresh front office and a new manager, Warren Schaeffer, leading the way, there's a real sense of optimism in the air.
But here's where it gets interesting... the Rockies are aiming to bounce back from a record-breaking 119-loss season, the worst in their history and one of the worst in the entire MLB since 1901. It's a tall order, but with a mix of experienced additions and promising prospects, they're ready to take on the challenge.
Spring Training 2026: A New Beginning
Location: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Scottsdale, Arizona
Key Dates:
- February 12th: Pitchers and catchers report for duty
- February 17th: The full squad hits the field for their first workout
- February 20th: First Cactus League game against the Diamondbacks (1:10 p.m. MST)
- March 2nd: A tough test against the World Series champion Dodgers (1:10 p.m.)
- March 4th: An exciting matchup against Team USA (World Baseball Classic), also at Salt River Fields (1:10 p.m.)
Catch the Action on Radio and TV:
Radio: 850 AM/94.1 FM KOA Rockies Radio Network (all times Denver time)
- February 20th vs. Diamondbacks (1 p.m. pregame/1:10 p.m. first pitch)
- February 22nd at Rangers (12:55/1:05)
- February 24th vs. Angels (1/1:10)
- February 28th vs. Royals (1/1:10)
- March 1st at Guardians (12:55/1:05)
- March 2nd vs. Dodgers (1/1:10)
- March 4th vs. Team USA (1/1:10)
- March 8th vs. Guardians (2/2:10)
- March 9th at White Sox (1:55/2:05)
- March 13th vs. Rangers (2/2:10)
- March 15th at Angels (2/2:10)
- March 17th vs. Mariners (2/2:10)
- March 23rd vs. Tigers (7/7:10)
TV: Rockies.TV
- February 20th vs. Diamondbacks
- February 24th vs. Angels
- February 28th vs. Royals
- March 2nd vs. Dodgers
- March 4th vs. Team USA
- March 8th vs. Guardians
- March 13th vs. Rangers
- March 17th vs. Mariners
- March 23rd vs. Tigers
Key Player Additions:
- LHP Brennan Bernardino: A seasoned lefty reliever who will bring stability to the bullpen.
- RHP Michael Lorenzen: An experienced starter who provides much-needed depth for the rotation.
- RHP Pierson Ohl: Another bullpen arm to add depth and competition.
- OF Jake McCarthy: An athletic and speedy outfielder who can play all three positions.
- UTL Willi Castro: A versatile switch-hitter who can play multiple infield and outfield positions.
- INF Edouard Julien: Veteran presence at second and first base, providing depth and leadership.
- 1B T.J. Rumfield: Acquired from the Yankees, he'll compete for the starting spot at first base.
Key Player Subtractions:
- LHP Austin Gomber: A free-agent starter who signed a minor league deal with the Rangers.
- RHP German Marquez: Another free-agent starter who remains unsigned.
- RHP Angel Chivilli: A strong-armed reliever traded to the Yankees.
- 1B Michael Toglia: Non-tendered by the Rockies, he signed with the Reds.
- OF Yanquiel Fernández: Designated for assignment and now a free agent.
Prospects to Keep an Eye On:
- 1B Charlie Condon (Rockies No. 2, via MLB Pipeline): A powerful bat with great potential.
- OF Zac Veen (No. 11): A highly-rated outfielder with speed and an all-around game.
- LHP Carson Palmquist (No. 13): A lefty with a bright future and a strong arm.
- RHP Gabriel Hughes (No. 14): A promising young pitcher with a bright future.
- OF Sterlin Thompson (No. 15): Another speedy outfielder with an exciting future.
- LHP Welinton Herrera (No. 20): A left-handed pitcher with a unique skill set.
So, Rockies fans, are you ready for this new chapter? With a mix of veterans and young talent, the team is aiming to surprise everyone. What do you think? Will the Rockies surprise us all and turn things around? Let's discuss in the comments!
