Mile High Sports Rockies Podcast

Host Luke Zahlmann discusses the first four games of the Colorado Rockies season and looks ahead to the Tampa Bay Rays series. Topics include a breakdown of the starting pitching in the final two games against Miami and a look at the projected starters for the Rays series.

Host Luke Zahlmann discusses the Colorado Rockies' pair of wins to open the year. Topics include historic openings for both German Marquez and Kyle Freeland, as well as the impact of the club's new hitting coach showing already.

Host Luke Zahlmann gets you ready for the upcoming year with his own predictions for the year and what the people of Las Vegas are projecting. Topics also include a breakdown of Opening Day as well as lineup predictions and a look at the starting pitching for the Colorado Rockies opening bout.

Host Luke Zahlmann discusses the expected lineup for the Rockies.Topics include: A further breakout from Trevor Story, the addition of Daniel Murphy and the bottom-of-the-order woes and if they are expected to subside.

Luke Zahlmann discusses each of the Rockies' prosepctive relief pitchers for the upcoming season and highlights both their strengths and weaknesses.Topics include:Wade DavisA possible second Scott Oberg breakoutThe loss of Chris Rusin

Aniello Piro breaks down the Colorado Rockies starting rotation prior to the start of the season.

Aniello Piro reports from Rockies Spring Training down in Scottsdale, Arizona. Topics include: - Nolan Arenado's contract - Jon Gray's revamped pitch arsenal - Daniel Murphy - The battle for second base - Raimel Tapia - The emergence of Trevor Story as a leader in the clubhouse

The Rockies’ collapse in the National League Division Series was shocking – their pitching was up to the task, but their bats simply vanished without a trace as they were swept away by the Brewers and were shut out in their final two games.Host Shawn Drotar (Host, “Mornings at 5280′“) and guest Ronnie Kohrt (Host, "The Broncos Blitz" podcast) discuss why the Rockies’ offense was so dysfunctional and explained how they fundamentally misunderstood what kind of approach at the plate is needed in Major League Baseball’s tightly contested postseason.All isn’t lost for the Rockies, however. Despite the disappointing finish, it’s hard to see the team’s season as anything less than a resounding success – and with a young and talented rotation, the future already looks bright. Check out the latest episode of the “Blake Street Irregulars”!***Brought to you by Tap XIV (tapfourteen.com) on Blake Street in Denver.Follow Shawn Drotar on Twitter: @sdrotarFollow Ronnie Kohrt on Twitter: @RonnieKRadio

The Colorado Rockies advanced past the Chicago Cubs in the National League Wild Card game and find themselves in the Nation al Division Series against the top-seeded Brewers, and while it’s hard to complain about the success, Blake Street Irregulars podcast host Shawn Drotar (Mornings at 5280′) finds himself feeling like he’s been shouting into a hurricane all season regarding the Rockies’ offensive issues.The team’s approach at the plate often defies logic, and now that they’re in the postseason – where runs are already at a premium – the Rockies’ "rip it and grip it" style is killing the team’s momentum at the plate, and on the scoreboard.Following their 10-inning, 3-2 loss to the Brewers in NLDS Game 1 – where they had only one hit in the first eight innings, despite facing only relievers on a day where the Brewers put a pot luck of pitchers on the mound – the Rockies’ offensive numbers have became a horror show more fit for Halloween than the playoffs.To wit:The Rockies have scored only four run

With only three games left to play, the Colorado Rockies hold a one-game lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West and a similar lead over the St. Louis Cardinals in the wild-card race after the most one-sided sweep in their history – a four-gamer over the Philadelphia Phillies that saw the Rockies outscore the Phils by a whopping 32 runs.Host Shawn Drotar (Host, “Mornings at 5280′“) and guest Doug Ottewill (Editor-in-Chief, Mile High Sports Magazine) take a look at the Rockies’ seven-game winning streak and wonder if it will have to reach 10 in order for the Rockies to claim the first division title in their history.Between outfielder David Dahl’s four homers in four consecutive games, to shortstop Trevor Story’s 470-foot bomb in the series finale, to German Marquez’s 70-to-7 strikeout-to-walk ration in his last seven starts, the Rockies are rolling – and their best pitcher, Kyle Freeland, will start the first game of the decisive home series.What do the Rockies need to do to ensure a series win – and

The Rockies began their final week of the season at home; dominating the visiting Philadelphia Phillies behind a strong outing by Jon Gray. If the team intends too make the postseason for the second year in a row, however, that win will have to be only a taste of what’s to come in the season’s final six games at Coors Field as the Phillies and Washington Nationals play out the string against a desperate Colorado squad.Host Shawn Drotar (Host, “Mornings at 5280′“) and guest Ronnie Kohrt (Host, "The Broncos Blitz" podcast) discuss what the Rockies have to do in order to finish the season strong. They no longer control their destiny, but the St. Louis Cardinals – who hold the final wild-card spot at present – have a much more difficult schedule in the final week.The NL West title’s still in play, but hopes are fading fast. Do the Rockies need to win four, five. or even (gulp) all six remaining games in order to make the playoffs? Would that even be enough? Shawn and Ronnie discuss all of these topics a

The Colorado Rockies’ inaugural season was in 1993 – and they’ve never won their division.Starting on Monday, a pivotal series with the Los Angeles Dodgers at Chavez Ravine will go a long way towards deciding if the Rockies capture their first NL West crown... or make the postseason at all.The Rockies hold a narrow, half-game lead over the home Dodgers, who will send Hyun-Jin Ryu, Clayton Kershaw and Walker Buehler to the mound, respectively. The Rockies with counter with Jon Gray. Kyle Freeland and Tyler Anderson, with each game possibly deciding not only who will lead the division, but possibly build on that lead, to boot.Host Shawn Drotar (Host, “Mornings at 5280′“) and guest Ronnie Kohrt (Host, "The Broncos Blitz" podcast) talk about the significance of the three-game series – the Rockies have never been in first place this late in the season – and whether the wild-card race (The Rockies lead the Cardinals for the second wild-card spot by only percentage points) is worth paying attention to at a

As the season winds down, the MVP race heats up -- and Rockies shortstop Trevor Story has put himself into the thick of it with record-setting home runs, top-notch defensive plays and a home-road split that defies Coors Field's critics. Host Shawn Drotar (Host, “Mornings at 5280′“) and guest Doug Ottewill (Editor-in-Chief, Mile High Sports Magazine) wonder if Story has been even more valuable than Nolan Arenado, the Rockies' peerless third baseman, over the course of the season. As crazy as that sounds on the surface, a deeper look at the numbers shows that it's closer than one might think. If the Rockies can win the NL West -- and if critics would consider removing the Coors Field penalty from every Rockies hitter, ever -- could their quickly maturing shortstop go from curiosity to MVP in only one season? Shawn and Doug discuss all of these topics and more in this episode of the “Blake Street Irregulars”! *** Brought to you by Tap XIV (tapfourteen.com) on Blake Street in Denver. Follow Shawn Drotar on

The Colorado Rockies lead the NL West and control their destiny with fewer than three weeks left in the season, which makes the nine-game road trip they're starting the most important one in their history. Host Shawn Drotar (Host, "Mornings at 5280'") and guest Doug Ottewill (Editor-in-Chief, Mile High Sports Magazine) discuss how the Rockies have to approach the most pivotal nine games in their history, including improving their on-base percentage, and finding a way to keep opposing runs off the board in the opening frames. The Rockies are on the precipice of unprecedented regular-season success; Shawn and Doug discuss all of these topics and more in this episode of the "Blake Street Irregulars"!*** Brought to you by Tap XIV (tapfourteen.com) on Blake Street in Denver. Follow Shawn Drotar on Twitter: @sdrotar Follow Doug Ottewill on Twitter: @dottewill

Host Shawn Drotar (Host, "Mornings at 5280'") and guest Doug Ottewill (Editor-in-Chief, Mile High Sports Magazine) discuss the Rockies' monumental series with the visiting Dodgers -- with first place in the NL West on the line! Brought to you by Tap XIV (tapfourteen.com) on Blake Street in Denver. Follow Shawn Drotar on Twitter: @sdrotar Follow Doug Ottewill on Twitter: @dottewill

The Colorado Rockies are still in the thick of the National League’s postseason chase, but unless they can start hitting with runners in scoring position, they won’t be for much longer.Host Shawn Drotar (Host, "Mornings at 5280'") and guest Doug Ottewill (Editor-in-Chief, Mile High Sports Magazine) discuss the Rockies' season-long struggle at the plate with runners in scoring position and how it doomed them yet again in Thursday’s series opener at San Diego, wasting German Marquez’s brilliant start.Charlie Blackmon has underachieved this season – with men on base, and without. Is he pressing due to the pressure he’s putting on himself  thanks to his new contract extension? Shawn and Doug discuss all of these topics and more in this episode of the "Blake Street Irregulars"!*** Brought to you by Tap XIV (tapfourteen.com) on Blake Street in Denver.Follow Shawn Drotar on Twitter: @sdrotarFollow Doug Ottewill on Twitter: @dottewill

While the Colorado Rockies have launched themselves into contention, they underwhelmed against the Cardinals in a three-game set over the weekend; something they can't afford to do many more times. Host Shawn Drotar (Host, "Mornings at 5280'") and guest Doug Ottewill (Editor-in-Chief, Mile High Sports Magazine) discuss Bud Black's decision to go with a "Sunday lineup" against the Cardinals; including a rest-day for All-Star Charlie Blackmon during a critical game and series and explain why the Rockies can't afford to do that again. The Rockies aren't the Yankees; they're not in this position every year, and with the looming specter of Nolan Arenado's impending free agency following the 2019 season hovering over their heads, Bud Black and Co. can't afford to do anything but put the pedal to the metal the rest of the way. The team now hits the road for a critical, six-game road trip to Anaheim and San Diego, and starting pitcher Tyler Anderson's game is a mess of late. Can the Rockies pic

As the Rockies mount an impressive run that has seen them climb back into the playoff race, two of their younger prospects have right in the middle of it.Host Shawn Drotar (Host, "Mornings at 5280'") and guest Doug Ottewill (Editor-in-Chief, Mile High Sports Magazine) take a look at first baseman Ryan McMahon and outfielder David Dahl, and their impact on the playoff race.McMahon’s clutch hitting and Dahl’s all-around game has found them in nearly every game, and the youngsters have delivered.Shawn and Doug discuss how McMahon and Dahl might continue to impact the Rockies’ playoff chase in this episode of the "Blake Street Irregulars"!–––––––––––––––––-- Brought to you by Tap XIV (tapfourteen.com) on Blake Street in Denver. Follow Shawn Drotar on Twitter: @sdrotar Follow Doug Ottewill on Twitter: @dottewill

The Colorado Rockies stunned the Houston Astros in their series-opener, ambushing the Astros and star pitcher Justin Verlander in their 5-1 victory. The Rockies have climbed back into contention, and face two of baseball’s best teams in a pivotal road trip.Host Shawn Drotar (Host, "Mornings at 5280'") and guest Ronnie Kohrt (Mile High Sports' "Broncos Blitz" podcast) discuss the Rockies' recent run, including the surprising turnaround of setup man Brian Shaw, and how the beleaguered bullpen likely holds they keys to their playoff hopes.***Brought to you by Tap XIV (tapfourteen.com) on Blake Street in Denver.Follow Shawn Drotar on Twitter: @sdrotarFollow Ronnie Kohrt on Twitter: @RonnieKRadio

The Colorado Rockies have seven of their last nine games, and have had a disastrous homestead – with three games remaining against the Los Angeles Dodgers.Host Shawn Drotar (Host, "Mornings at 5280'") and guest Eric Goodman (Host, "Afternoon Drive with Goodman and Shapiro") talk about the Rockies' free-fall, and especially how the baffling, awful performances out of the bullpen have doomed the Rockies in far too many games this season.The expensive, underperforming bullpen might eventually sink their season, too.The pair talk about how Wade Davis’ blown saves and Bryan Shaw and Jake McGee’ disappointing seasons affect morale on a team that’s struggling to stay in the NL West race, and discuss how critical the final three games of the homestand are – especially since the Rockies will travel to Houston and Atlanta next.*** Brought to you by Tap XIV (tapfourteen.com) on Blake Street in Denver.Follow Shawn Drotar on Twitter: @sdrotarFollow Eric Goodman on Twitter: @EricGoodman