DNVR Colorado Rockies Podcast
The DNVR Rockies Podcast is your daily source for Colorado Rockies baseball—live from the DNVR Bar in downtown Denver and presented by bet365. Hosted by credentialed journalist Christian Saez, with insider guests from across the Rockies and MLB landscape, this show brings you breaking news, game recaps, player interviews, prospect updates, and in-depth analysis. Whether you're tracking the farm system, watching for trades, or just love Coors Field, DNVR Rockies has your daily fix for everything Rockies and Major League Baseball.
The Rockies could really use a player like Kyle Schwarber in their lineup
There's no denying, the Rockies are an improved team in 2026. But the reality is there's still a long way to go before this team can be competitive again. A series against the Phillies and Kyle Schwarber reminds us just how far the Rockies still have to go. How impactful could a player like Schwarber be on the Rockies? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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The Rockies pick up their first win of May to avoid back-to-back sweeps
It hasn’t been a great start to the month of May for the Colorado Rockies. But after Jake McCarthy hit a go-ahead grand slam to lift the Rockies to their first win of the month, the vibes feel a little bit more… palatable. Either way, it looks like we are in for a rollercoaster of a season in 2026. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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The Rockies lose 3-straight to the Braves at home
After a winning road trip and a sweep of the Mets earlier in the week, the Rockies hit a brick wall with the Braves in town. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith have your big takeaways from the series, and preview the Mets matchup on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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Can the Rockies maintain their April pace for the rest of the season?
The Rockies went 13-14 in the month of April. Given their schedule, that feels like a huge win for the team. But can they maintain that pace the remainder of the season? Or will this team inevitably fall back down to earth? Christian Saez and Henry Chisholm discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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The Rockies continue to impress with sweep of the Mets
Rockies pitching has been way better than expected this year, and it’s led to some pretty impressive performances. Chase Dollander, Antonio Senzatela, Tomoyuki Sugano, and most of the bullpen continues to impress. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith react to what has been, so far, an awesome bounceback season for the Rockies.
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The Rockies collapse in the 9th against the Padres to blow the series
From the highest of highs (splitting a series vs. the Dodgers) to the lowest of lows (blowing a 9th inning lead to lose the series to the Padres), Rockies fans are going through all the feels this week. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith attempt to stay level-headed on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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The Rockies shock the world with back-to-back wins vs. the Dodgers
The Colorado Rockies improve to 9-13 after back-to-back wins vs. the reigning world champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith react to the wins on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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Is it time to give Chase Dollander his starting job back?
The Rockies avoid the sweep in Houston thanks to incredible pitching from the bullpen and specifically Chase Dollander. Has he done enough to earn his starting role back? PLUS; How long of a leash do we give the struggling players? How soon is Condon going to make his debut? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith give their thoughts on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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Colorado Rockies Swept By San Diego Padres as Offense Struggles | DNVR Rockies Podcast
The Colorado Rockies get swept in a four game series with the NL West Division Rival Padres. The Rockies were walked off Thursday and Friday Night, followed by blowout losses over the weekend as the offense struggled on the road. Plus a series preview of Rockies and Astros as Colorado heads to Houston for a 3 game set. Spencer Smith and Henry Chisholm discuss on the DNVR Rockies Podcast.
0:00 - Intro
2:00 - Rockies swept in SD
18:00 - Going game by game through the Padres series
33:50 - New ownership structure
49:30...
BBREAKING: Broncos owners buy 40% ownership stake in the Rockies
The Rockies announced on Friday that Greg and Carrie Penner have purchased a 40% stake in the team. This now makes the Penner group the largest minority owners of the Colorado Rockies. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss what this means for the team and the city on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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The new-look Rockies return home for Opening Day
The Colorado Rockies have shocked the world, winning their first series of the season on April 1st against the reigning AL Champion Blue Jays. Now they have their sights set on their home opener against the Phillies. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith are LIVE at Wynkoop Brewing to preview the opener and the upcoming season on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
Intro: 0:00
Opening day lineup: 4:40
Trivia with Henry: 20:20
Predictions for opening day: 38:20
Rockies Trivia part 2: 54:00
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What can we expect to see from the Rockies in 2026?
This show is all about 2026. The Rockies kick off the season on Friday and there are so many questions, storylines, and narratives to follow. Can the Rockies avoid 100 losses? Do they ever solve the Kris Bryant problem? What can we expect to see from Major League Baseball as a whole in 2026? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith dive into all the topics on the DNVR Rockies podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Rockies CRUSH the Blue Jays after starting the season 0-3
After getting swept by the Marlins to start the season, Rockies fans find their patience tested early into this rebuild. But then, Monday night, the Rockies exploded for 14 runs against the Blue Jays, putting them in the win column for the first time in 2026. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith give their full reactions on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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<...Should Rockies fans be concerned by the Rockies 2026 roster decisions?
The Rockies make the final decisions on their roster for Opening Day. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith break it all down on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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The Rockies narrow down their final roster decisions
Who will make the Opening Day roster for the Rockies? What is the leash that the Rockies have on some of the younger players that make the cut? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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<...Can Ezequiel Tovar bring Venezuela their first ever WBC Championship?
The Colorado Rockies have balled out in the WBC. And now, Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar is leading team Venezuela to their first ever WBC Championship against team USA. PLUS; Spring training is down to the final week. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith break it all down on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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The Rockies are making an impact on the WBC
The Rockies might not win very much during the regular season, but during the WBC (some) Rockies players have been helping their teams in big ways. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith react to spring training and the WBC on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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Who will break camp with the Rockies in 2026?
Spring Training and the World Baseball Classic are both in full swing for the Rockies. While some positions are more stable than others, the Rockies still have plenty of spots up for grabs entering the final weeks of spring. Who has the edge as the competition heats up? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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The Rockies first base competition heats up ahead of matchup with Team USA
The Rockies are playing pretty decent baseball this spring, especially from some of their top prospects. What are the expectations for guys like Zac Veen, Charlie Condon, TJ Rumfield once the season begins? And should we be concerned about the pitching rotation? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 - Intro
3:20 - Who's on first?
19:15 - Biggest stock up?
26:30 - Stock down?
41:00 - Way too early lineup predictions
46:30 - Rockies vs. Team USA Preview
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Reacting to MLB's ABS System | DNVR Rockies Mini Pod
Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss MLB's new ABS format and how it might impact the rockies and baseball this upcoming season.
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Rockies kick off 2026 Spring Training with a ton of new faces | DNVR Rockies Podcast
Spring Training is giving us our first look at the newest faces of the Colorado Rockies. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith share key takeaways from the Cactus League, on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 - Intro
4:10 - Biggest stock up?
8:00 - Position outlook
18:45 - Medical updates
23:40 - Stock down?
48:55 - Summer realism vs spring optimism
55:50 - Karros' spot to lose?
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<...Can the new-look Rockies exceed expectations in 2026? | DNVR Rockies Podcast
The Rockies are definitely going to have a different look in 2026. But will it be enough to see meaningful changes? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Kevin Henry joins the show
22:30 - How improved is the Rockies Pitching from last year?
32:30 - Who will be the closer?
47:20 - Can we close the book on 1B?
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<...BREAKING: The Rockies have reportedly agreed to a one-year deal with veteran pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano
The Rockies are days away from Spring Training which will hopefully set the stage for the remainder of this rebuild. Whose job is on the line? Where are the biggest areas of growth? Can Charlie Condon climb his way into the Opening Day roster? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 - Intro
1:55 - Rockies sign Tomoyuki Sugano
18:40 - KB to IL
21:35 - Who is still available?
24:50 - Spring Training coming up
36:20 - Predicting the opening day roster
49:30 - Let's talk...
Have the Colorado Rockies had a successful offseason? | DNVR Rockies Podcast
The Rockies have kickstarted yet another rebuild, but this time it feels like they might be building something better. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 - Intro
4:20 - Listener Question
13:00 - Grading the offseason
18:00 - Bet the over?
23:35 - New Infielders
31:50 - Who's going to play first?
35:20 - Rockies Payroll
48:20 - X-Factor
51:50 - Catcher rankings crash out
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The BIGGEST storylines from Rockies fest, and the race to spring training
We are finally in the home stretch to Spring Training. Will the Rockies make any more moves? What are our expectations going into 2026? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 Start
4:23 Todd Helton and Larry Walker announcement
19:20 Fan Fest takeaways
23:31 Rumors
28:11 Luis Arraiz
34:50 Michael Lorenzen and the pitching in Colorado
46:49 Xfinity X Factor
54:00 Spencer vent session
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Are the Rockies done signing free agents this offseason?
The Rockies have made three additions to their roster in the last week. But Paul DePodesta says more could be coming. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 Start
45:45 Kris Byrant and Cubs reunion
10:06 Rockies make trade with Miami Marlins
19:30 Michael Lorenzen signing
22:55 Willi Castro to the Rockies
33:38 Power ranking starting lineup
50:13 The pitching for 2026
56:30 Fan fest
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BREAKING: Rockies reportedly sign infielder Willi Castro
The Rockies have agreed to a two-year deal with utility infielder Willi Castro according to Jorge Castillo of ESPN. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith react on the DNVR Rockies emergency podcast.
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Unpacking the most recent offseason moves by the Colorado Rockies
The Rockies have two new faces– Jake McCarthy and Michael Lorenzen– added to their 40-man roster. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith break down the moves on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 Start
2:23 Newest additions
4:50 Nolan Arenado trade to the Diamondbacks
17:35 Jake McCarthy newest Rockie
36:15 Hunter Goodman top 100?
46:05 Michael Toglia signs
48:20 New MLB ideas
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BREAKING: Rockies sign veteran starter Michael Lorenzen
The Rockies have signed their first free agent of the new front office tenure. RHP Michael Lorenzen has agreed to a one year deal with a club option in 2027. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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Should Rockies fans be concerned that the team hasn’t signed any free agents yet?
The Rockies new front office seems keen on taking the wait-and-see approach to this offseason, after the entire organization got flipped upside down this winter. Should fans be concerned about the lack of signings? Or is there method behind the quiet offseason? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
Intro 0:00
Concerns?: 2:48
New scouting department: 18:07
Where the Rockies stand: 23:50
Young player development: 35:58
Rockies fan fest: 38:46
News around the League: 47:05
Worst case scenario: 54:10
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Was 2025 one of the most influential years in Rockies history?
2025 was certainly a year filled with mostly bad for the Rockies. But has the team finally woken up now? Have they learned from the failures in 2025? Time will tell… but today we look back at the best and worst of 2025 and predict what’s next in 2026. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 Start
1:30 Welcome in
4:15 Rockies Fan Fest
8:35 -26 predictions to start the new year
16:35 -26 predictions to start the new year continued
29:55 Predictions to start the new year continued: 16-26<...
Will the Rockies sign a free agent this offseason?
The Rockies are continuing to sign minor league contracts ahead of the 2026 season. But will they take a swing on a couple free agents? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
Intro: 0:00
Ready for Rox news: 3:40
Kris Byrant's hiring: 18:30
Christmas wishlist: 31:23
The breaking point: 47:03
Hall of pretty good:52:43
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Which players could the Rockies move to kick off their rebuild?
The Rockies new front office is finally in place, and there are a lot of seemingly smart baseball minds working in the organization now. But what does that mean for the current roster? Who is on the selling block for the Rockies as they begin hopefully their final rebuild? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
Intro: 0:00
The rebuild is on: 2:15
Analytics moving forward: 8:00
Who is part of the future?: 17:30
Who is part of the future? part 2: 33:00
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The Rockies are making big organizational moves at the 2025 Winter Meetings
The Rockies are wrapping up the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings with a new manager, president of baseball operations, general manager, and more. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith have all the details on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
Intro: 0:00
Rule 5 draft and free agency: 2:15
RJ Petit to the Rockies: 8:24
Rockies new regime: 11:17
Vibe Check: 19:06
New pitching staff: 24:36
Pitching news: 34:57
Brenton Doyle trade rumors & roster decisions: 46:17
Kris Bryant update: 59:40
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Rockies Executive Vice President Walker Monfort joins the show
Rockies Executive Vice President Walker Monfort has a lot of pressure to rebuild the Rockies to a competitive level again. He joins Christian Saez and Spencer Smith to discuss his plans on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 Start
2:36 Walker Monfort on his start with the Rox
6:55 How can the Rockies move forward
18:04 What it means to be a Rockies fan?
30:00 Dream signing and rapid fire questions
38:00 Takeaways from interview
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After hiring a new president and manager, where does the Rockies rebuild go from here?
The Rockies have checked another box on their rebuild to-do list, hiring Warren Schaeffer as the full-time manager for 2026. What are the next moves for this team? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 Start
5:15 Warren Schaeffer
15:47 Rockies optics
20:28 Free agents and trade opportunities
32:30 Josh Bell and other targets for the Rockies
43:06 Minor leaguers
51:00 Rockies survey
55:10 What are we grateful for?
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BREAKING: The Rockies are hiring Warren Schaeffer full-time as the manager for 2026
The Rockies have removed the interim tag from Warren Schaeffer and hired him as the full-time manager. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith react on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 Start
:50 Warren Schaeffer is the full-time manager for 2026
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Will Rockies new President Paul DePodesta shake up the Rockies lineup for 2026?
The Rockies have a lot of challenges facing new President Paul DePodesta. One of those questions for this offseason; how will he build the roster for 2026? Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
0:00 Start
2:00 Rockies new from office
12:23 Rockies players that need to stay on the team
20:07 Rockies are the odd man out in Denver
25:00 Introductory press conference reactions
37:33 Introductory press conference reactions part 2
40:29 Pirates going all in?
44:00 Managerial update
49:42 Cade Denton and Charlie Condon w...
Who will Paul DePodesta choose as the Rockies next GM & manager?
The Rockies have made it official, hiring Paul DePodesta to head their baseball operations department. However, the question now turns to who will end up being the new general manager and team manager. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith discuss on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
Intro: 0:00
What the hire means for the Rockies: 2:00
Kevin Henry calls in from Las Vegas: 19:58
Rockies GM decisions: 36:36
New Manager?: 46:01
Hunter Goodman silver slugger: 1:00:14
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Rockies finalizing deal to make Paul dePodesta head of baseball operations
The Rockies reportedly are finalizing a deal to hire former MLB executive and current NFL executive Paul DePodesta as new head of baseball operations. Christian Saez and Spencer Smith react to the news on the DNVR Rockies podcast.
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