Blake Street Banter
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Coverage of the Colorado Rockies - written and podcast. We like prospects a lot.
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He shares about almost quitting in High School to trusting the people around him to take it to the next level.
It’s a story that is unfinished but you don’t want to miss!
(Links in next posts)
He shares about almost quitting in High School to trusting the people around him to take it to the next level.
It’s a story that is unfinished but you don’t want to miss!
(Links in next posts)
Do work fam!
Love that guy!
Love that guy!
December 17, 2025 at 12:02 AM
Do work fam!
Love that guy!
Love that guy!
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Here’s wishing him all the best!
December 16, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Here’s wishing him all the best!
Who should the Rockies sign for 1B?
December 11, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Who should the Rockies sign for 1B?
The Colorado Rockies haven’t signed an MLB free agent yet, and Willi Castro’s name keeps surfacing. Here’s a full breakdown of his fit, upside, risks, and the Blake Street Banter team’s debate.
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/11/rockies-free-agency-willi-castro-analysis/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/11/rockies-free-agency-willi-castro-analysis/
December 11, 2025 at 4:59 PM
The Colorado Rockies haven’t signed an MLB free agent yet, and Willi Castro’s name keeps surfacing. Here’s a full breakdown of his fit, upside, risks, and the Blake Street Banter team’s debate.
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/11/rockies-free-agency-willi-castro-analysis/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/11/rockies-free-agency-willi-castro-analysis/
The #Rockies have taken RHP RJ Petit from the Tigers with the 1st pick in the Rule 5 Draft. 6-foot-8 tank with a solid slider and mid-90s velocity.
He'll slot into the bullpen right away.
In 2025, Petit had a 2.44 ERA in 66.1 innings with 79 strikeouts to 22 walks.
He'll slot into the bullpen right away.
In 2025, Petit had a 2.44 ERA in 66.1 innings with 79 strikeouts to 22 walks.
December 10, 2025 at 9:13 PM
The #Rockies have taken RHP RJ Petit from the Tigers with the 1st pick in the Rule 5 Draft. 6-foot-8 tank with a solid slider and mid-90s velocity.
He'll slot into the bullpen right away.
In 2025, Petit had a 2.44 ERA in 66.1 innings with 79 strikeouts to 22 walks.
He'll slot into the bullpen right away.
In 2025, Petit had a 2.44 ERA in 66.1 innings with 79 strikeouts to 22 walks.
REMINDER: The Rule 5 Draft is at 12 MT today! Rockies pick first and should be adding at least one player.
We're going live around 11:50 to cover it. Come hang out on your lunch break!
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We're going live around 11:50 to cover it. Come hang out on your lunch break!
youtube.com/live/e1r-Hv8...
Rockies Rule 5 Recap: Surprises, Steals & Shrugs
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December 10, 2025 at 4:58 PM
REMINDER: The Rule 5 Draft is at 12 MT today! Rockies pick first and should be adding at least one player.
We're going live around 11:50 to cover it. Come hang out on your lunch break!
youtube.com/live/e1r-Hv8...
We're going live around 11:50 to cover it. Come hang out on your lunch break!
youtube.com/live/e1r-Hv8...
We were lucky enough to sit on the #Rockies Paul DePodesta and Josh Byrnes presser a few days ago.
Noah covered it for us and put into an article but here are a few takeaways.
Article here if you would like to read: blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/09/r...
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Noah covered it for us and put into an article but here are a few takeaways.
Article here if you would like to read: blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/09/r...
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Rockies Introduce GM Josh Byrnes: A New Era Under Paul DePodesta - Blake Street Banter
Josh Byrnes joins the Colorado Rockies as GM under Paul DePodesta, signaling a modern, analytics-driven era focused on development and long-term success.
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December 10, 2025 at 3:49 PM
We were lucky enough to sit on the #Rockies Paul DePodesta and Josh Byrnes presser a few days ago.
Noah covered it for us and put into an article but here are a few takeaways.
Article here if you would like to read: blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/09/r...
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Noah covered it for us and put into an article but here are a few takeaways.
Article here if you would like to read: blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/09/r...
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The #Rockies have signed RHP Eiberson Castellano to a Minor League contract.
A top prospect, and former Pitcher of the Year, in the Phillies system is now joining the Rockies.
Thanks to Isaac and @prospectsavant.com
A top prospect, and former Pitcher of the Year, in the Phillies system is now joining the Rockies.
Thanks to Isaac and @prospectsavant.com
December 10, 2025 at 3:06 PM
The #Rockies have signed RHP Eiberson Castellano to a Minor League contract.
A top prospect, and former Pitcher of the Year, in the Phillies system is now joining the Rockies.
Thanks to Isaac and @prospectsavant.com
A top prospect, and former Pitcher of the Year, in the Phillies system is now joining the Rockies.
Thanks to Isaac and @prospectsavant.com
We’re excited about the new #Rockies pitching hires
A Breakdown:
Gabe Ribas (asst. pitching coach): LAD player development staffer and then DET's pitching coordinator the last 5 szn.
Matt Buschmann (bullpen coach): Recent CHC player development staffer for 2 yrs. Spent 3 yrs with TOR before that.
A Breakdown:
Gabe Ribas (asst. pitching coach): LAD player development staffer and then DET's pitching coordinator the last 5 szn.
Matt Buschmann (bullpen coach): Recent CHC player development staffer for 2 yrs. Spent 3 yrs with TOR before that.
December 10, 2025 at 11:39 AM
We’re excited about the new #Rockies pitching hires
A Breakdown:
Gabe Ribas (asst. pitching coach): LAD player development staffer and then DET's pitching coordinator the last 5 szn.
Matt Buschmann (bullpen coach): Recent CHC player development staffer for 2 yrs. Spent 3 yrs with TOR before that.
A Breakdown:
Gabe Ribas (asst. pitching coach): LAD player development staffer and then DET's pitching coordinator the last 5 szn.
Matt Buschmann (bullpen coach): Recent CHC player development staffer for 2 yrs. Spent 3 yrs with TOR before that.
Josh Byrnes joins the Colorado Rockies as GM under Paul DePodesta, signaling a modern, analytics-driven era focused on development and long-term success.
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/09/rockies-new-gm-josh-byrnes-depodesta-era/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/09/rockies-new-gm-josh-byrnes-depodesta-era/
December 9, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Josh Byrnes joins the Colorado Rockies as GM under Paul DePodesta, signaling a modern, analytics-driven era focused on development and long-term success.
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/09/rockies-new-gm-josh-byrnes-depodesta-era/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/12/09/rockies-new-gm-josh-byrnes-depodesta-era/
Perhaps most important to the Rockies at the Winter Meetings, the MLB Rule 5 Draft is Wednesday. Colorado picks 1st. Here are names to watch:
RHP Peyton Pallette
RHP RJ Petit
RHP Zach McCambley
RHP Gavin Collyer
RHP Blake Burkhalter
RHP Brandon Birdsell
OF Yohendrick Piñango
RHP Peyton Pallette
RHP RJ Petit
RHP Zach McCambley
RHP Gavin Collyer
RHP Blake Burkhalter
RHP Brandon Birdsell
OF Yohendrick Piñango
December 8, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Perhaps most important to the Rockies at the Winter Meetings, the MLB Rule 5 Draft is Wednesday. Colorado picks 1st. Here are names to watch:
RHP Peyton Pallette
RHP RJ Petit
RHP Zach McCambley
RHP Gavin Collyer
RHP Blake Burkhalter
RHP Brandon Birdsell
OF Yohendrick Piñango
RHP Peyton Pallette
RHP RJ Petit
RHP Zach McCambley
RHP Gavin Collyer
RHP Blake Burkhalter
RHP Brandon Birdsell
OF Yohendrick Piñango
Cade Denton and Charlie Condon have been selected to the Arizona Fall League All Star Game.
Condon has an .880 OPS with a 11/15 BB/SO ratio.
Denton has pitched 13 IP, striking out 18 to 4 walks and only 7 hits.
Condon has an .880 OPS with a 11/15 BB/SO ratio.
Denton has pitched 13 IP, striking out 18 to 4 walks and only 7 hits.
November 6, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Cade Denton and Charlie Condon have been selected to the Arizona Fall League All Star Game.
Condon has an .880 OPS with a 11/15 BB/SO ratio.
Denton has pitched 13 IP, striking out 18 to 4 walks and only 7 hits.
Condon has an .880 OPS with a 11/15 BB/SO ratio.
Denton has pitched 13 IP, striking out 18 to 4 walks and only 7 hits.
The circus continues!
Nothing against Ottavino, at all, but if this is the move the Rox make after losing out on two top candidates...oh boy.
Nothing against Ottavino, at all, but if this is the move the Rox make after losing out on two top candidates...oh boy.
@timbhealey.bsky.social (Boston Globe) is reporting that former Rockies reliever Adam Ottavino has spoken with Dick Monfort about the #Rockies' open head of baseball operations position.
Ottavino spent 7 seasons with the Rockies and has expressed interest in coaching and FO roles after his career.
Ottavino spent 7 seasons with the Rockies and has expressed interest in coaching and FO roles after his career.
November 3, 2025 at 7:36 PM
The circus continues!
Nothing against Ottavino, at all, but if this is the move the Rox make after losing out on two top candidates...oh boy.
Nothing against Ottavino, at all, but if this is the move the Rox make after losing out on two top candidates...oh boy.
Not an Emergency Pod, but a venting session to try and understand the state of the Colorado Rockies right now.
We are going live at 12:45pm this afternoon. Come help us understand this mess.
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We are going live at 12:45pm this afternoon. Come help us understand this mess.
youtube.com/live/aJ_fnpr...
November 3, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Not an Emergency Pod, but a venting session to try and understand the state of the Colorado Rockies right now.
We are going live at 12:45pm this afternoon. Come help us understand this mess.
youtube.com/live/aJ_fnpr...
We are going live at 12:45pm this afternoon. Come help us understand this mess.
youtube.com/live/aJ_fnpr...
Prospects 25–21 showcase a mix of high-upside athletes and intriguing arms. From Kelvin Hidalgo’s speed and power potential to Jaden Hill’s closer stuff, Ben Shields’ steady rise, Roldy…
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/09/26/bsb-top-50-rockies-prospects-featuring-roldy-britos-breakout-season/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/09/26/bsb-top-50-rockies-prospects-featuring-roldy-britos-breakout-season/
September 26, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Prospects 25–21 showcase a mix of high-upside athletes and intriguing arms. From Kelvin Hidalgo’s speed and power potential to Jaden Hill’s closer stuff, Ben Shields’ steady rise, Roldy…
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/09/26/bsb-top-50-rockies-prospects-featuring-roldy-britos-breakout-season/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/09/26/bsb-top-50-rockies-prospects-featuring-roldy-britos-breakout-season/
BSB Top 50 Prospects: Jackson Cox rising in return from Tommy John surgery
Rockies prospects #30–26 bring both promise and question marks. Drew Romo gets a September shot, McCade Brown and Jackson Cox rebound from injuries, while Luichi Casilla and Jordy Vargas fight to regain form. Can this group…
Rockies prospects #30–26 bring both promise and question marks. Drew Romo gets a September shot, McCade Brown and Jackson Cox rebound from injuries, while Luichi Casilla and Jordy Vargas fight to regain form. Can this group…
BSB Top 50 Prospects: Jackson Cox rising in return from Tommy John surgery
Rockies prospects #30–26 bring both promise and question marks. Drew Romo gets a September shot, McCade Brown and Jackson Cox rebound from injuries, while Luichi Casilla and Jordy Vargas fight to regain form. Can this group restore their prospect shine heading into 2026?
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September 5, 2025 at 2:24 PM
BSB Top 50 Prospects: Jackson Cox rising in return from Tommy John surgery
Rockies prospects #30–26 bring both promise and question marks. Drew Romo gets a September shot, McCade Brown and Jackson Cox rebound from injuries, while Luichi Casilla and Jordy Vargas fight to regain form. Can this group…
Rockies prospects #30–26 bring both promise and question marks. Drew Romo gets a September shot, McCade Brown and Jackson Cox rebound from injuries, while Luichi Casilla and Jordy Vargas fight to regain form. Can this group…
Going live this morning to dive in to Warming, Kyle, Chase and Carson!
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Warming Bernabel & Kyle Karros Profiles, Dollander’s Split Personality, & the Rise of Carson Skipper
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August 29, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Going live this morning to dive in to Warming, Kyle, Chase and Carson!
www.youtube.com/live/dtMt6Ak...
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We break into the top 40 of the BSB Top 50 Rockies Prospects list, featuring 2025 draftees Ethan Hedges and Riley Kelly alongside breakout arms and international signings. From upside arms like Konner Eaton to high-ceiling hitters…
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/08/28/bsb-top-50-ethan-hedges/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/08/28/bsb-top-50-ethan-hedges/
August 28, 2025 at 2:43 PM
We break into the top 40 of the BSB Top 50 Rockies Prospects list, featuring 2025 draftees Ethan Hedges and Riley Kelly alongside breakout arms and international signings. From upside arms like Konner Eaton to high-ceiling hitters…
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/08/28/bsb-top-50-ethan-hedges/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/08/28/bsb-top-50-ethan-hedges/
BSB Top 50 Prospects: Back of top 50 bolstered by international risers
Blake Street Banter Team | August 26, 2025 We officially break into the BSB Top 50 today, with several international signings headlining the depth of the system. A pair of 2024 draftees have seen their stock slip slightly but…
Blake Street Banter Team | August 26, 2025 We officially break into the BSB Top 50 today, with several international signings headlining the depth of the system. A pair of 2024 draftees have seen their stock slip slightly but…
BSB Top 50 Prospects: Back of top 50 bolstered by international risers
Blake Street Banter Team | August 26, 2025 We officially break into the BSB Top 50 today, with several international signings headlining the depth of the system. A pair of 2024 draftees have seen their stock slip slightly but continue to hold steady with a late season push. Most notably, Wilder Dalis carries plenty of helium into next season as one of the best overall MiLB performers in the system.
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August 26, 2025 at 2:45 PM
BSB Top 50 Prospects: Back of top 50 bolstered by international risers
Blake Street Banter Team | August 26, 2025 We officially break into the BSB Top 50 today, with several international signings headlining the depth of the system. A pair of 2024 draftees have seen their stock slip slightly but…
Blake Street Banter Team | August 26, 2025 We officially break into the BSB Top 50 today, with several international signings headlining the depth of the system. A pair of 2024 draftees have seen their stock slip slightly but…
BSB Top 50 Prospects: Honorable mentions headlined by MLB hopeful Warming Bernabel
Blake Street Banter Team | August 22, 2025 Today kicks off the BSB Top 50 series where we drop the biggest available Rockies prospect list, based on the opinions of our prospect fanatic staff. This year, we are…
Blake Street Banter Team | August 22, 2025 Today kicks off the BSB Top 50 series where we drop the biggest available Rockies prospect list, based on the opinions of our prospect fanatic staff. This year, we are…
BSB Top 50 Prospects: Honorable mentions headlined by MLB hopeful Warming Bernabel
Blake Street Banter Team | August 22, 2025 Today kicks off the BSB Top 50 series where we drop the biggest available Rockies prospect list, based on the opinions of our prospect fanatic staff. This year, we are rolling out our top 50 with a handful of honorable mentions featured at the end of this initial post. Overall, the Rockies system has failed to lock themselves in as a top tier prospect pipeline despite several consecutive losing seasons, including 6 consecutive top 10 picks and a handful of seller-oriented trade deadline.
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August 21, 2025 at 2:33 PM
BSB Top 50 Prospects: Honorable mentions headlined by MLB hopeful Warming Bernabel
Blake Street Banter Team | August 22, 2025 Today kicks off the BSB Top 50 series where we drop the biggest available Rockies prospect list, based on the opinions of our prospect fanatic staff. This year, we are…
Blake Street Banter Team | August 22, 2025 Today kicks off the BSB Top 50 series where we drop the biggest available Rockies prospect list, based on the opinions of our prospect fanatic staff. This year, we are…
At 2025 trade deadline Rockies trade trio of veterans, add 4 notable prospects
Isaac Stevens & Tyler Paddor | August 1, 2025 The Rockies swung three trades prior to yesterday's deadline, acquiring 5 total prospects, including 4 that slot into their MLB.com top 30. Some fans wanted more deals.…
Isaac Stevens & Tyler Paddor | August 1, 2025 The Rockies swung three trades prior to yesterday's deadline, acquiring 5 total prospects, including 4 that slot into their MLB.com top 30. Some fans wanted more deals.…
At 2025 trade deadline Rockies trade trio of veterans, add 4 notable prospects
Isaac Stevens & Tyler Paddor | August 1, 2025 The Rockies swung three trades prior to yesterday's deadline, acquiring 5 total prospects, including 4 that slot into their MLB.com top 30. Some fans wanted more deals. Jimmy Herget seemed likely to be dealt. Seth Halvorsen was a hot name, though came with a hefty asking price as a player with 5 years of team control remaining.
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August 2, 2025 at 5:56 PM
At 2025 trade deadline Rockies trade trio of veterans, add 4 notable prospects
Isaac Stevens & Tyler Paddor | August 1, 2025 The Rockies swung three trades prior to yesterday's deadline, acquiring 5 total prospects, including 4 that slot into their MLB.com top 30. Some fans wanted more deals.…
Isaac Stevens & Tyler Paddor | August 1, 2025 The Rockies swung three trades prior to yesterday's deadline, acquiring 5 total prospects, including 4 that slot into their MLB.com top 30. Some fans wanted more deals.…
From 3B at D-III Adrian College to the Diamond Hoppers of the USPBL to the Rockies, Darnell forged the path to the bigs.
He was our very first player interview and came out of the gates hot and never looked back!
Beyond stoked for Dugan and his family!
He was our very first player interview and came out of the gates hot and never looked back!
Beyond stoked for Dugan and his family!
August 1, 2025 at 8:28 PM
From 3B at D-III Adrian College to the Diamond Hoppers of the USPBL to the Rockies, Darnell forged the path to the bigs.
He was our very first player interview and came out of the gates hot and never looked back!
Beyond stoked for Dugan and his family!
He was our very first player interview and came out of the gates hot and never looked back!
Beyond stoked for Dugan and his family!
Its Darnell day....
August 1, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Its Darnell day....
Seth Halvorsen has emerged as the Rockies' most electric arm, regularly hitting 100+ MPH and leading all rookie relievers in saves. After a rapid rise through the minors, Colorado is betting on the former Tennessee…
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/08/01/beyond-the-ballplayer-seth-halvorsen/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/08/01/beyond-the-ballplayer-seth-halvorsen/
August 1, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Seth Halvorsen has emerged as the Rockies' most electric arm, regularly hitting 100+ MPH and leading all rookie relievers in saves. After a rapid rise through the minors, Colorado is betting on the former Tennessee…
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/08/01/beyond-the-ballplayer-seth-halvorsen/
https://blakestreetbanter.com/2025/08/01/beyond-the-ballplayer-seth-halvorsen/