The Colorado Rockies are in the throes of a season they’d rather forget, with their 2025 showing ranking among the worst in Major League Baseball history. Starting off with a brutal 7-33 record through their first 40 games — the second-worst such start ever — the Rockies found themselves in desperate need of a shake-up. This led to the firings of longtime manager Bud Black and bench coach Mike Redmond, as the team sits at the bottom with a 17-60 record.
Reflecting a sense of urgency, Owner/General Partner Dick Monfort has delivered a straightforward message to Rockies fans who have watched their team struggle for far too long. “I think we need a new set of eyeballs,” Monfort stated. “We need to give someone the opportunity. Someone who knows baseball and has lived and breathed baseball.”
This sentiment was echoed by Charlie Monfort, Dick’s brother, who spoke candidly about the disheartened vibe felt not just within the Rockies organization but throughout the Denver and Rocky Mountain fanbase. The frustrations of recent years are palpable, and the Monforts recognize the need for a fresh perspective.
If the Rockies are to salvage the remainder of the season, let alone their future prospects, a complete overhaul seems necessary. A strategic game plan is critical, involving holding onto the core performers while being active on the market, especially with the MLB trade deadline looming. Revamping the team will require more than a couple of trades; it’s about curating a roster that can genuinely compete.
Currently, the team’s starting rotation is middling at best, lacking true stars. With Kyle Freeland on the injured list, the Rockies are leaning heavily on their promising sluggers — Hunter Goodman, Ryan McMahon, Jordan Beck, and Mickey Moniak. These players provide a flicker of hope for a brighter future.
What the Rockies need is a strategy that goes beyond immediate fixes, aiming for sustainable success. The fact that Monfort is actively seeking solutions is a positive sign, although the road to recovery won’t be a quick one. As of now, the team finds itself anchored to the bottom of the MLB power rankings.
The challenge ahead for the Rockies is monumental, but with some innovative thinking and bold moves, there’s a chance to turn their fortunes around. Rockies fans are surely hoping this signals a turning point towards better days on the diamond.
