Rockies show progress in latest 100-loss season, and raise ticket prices to catch up with MLB

Denver's Colorado Rockies have shown slight progress in their latest 100-loss season, raising their ticket prices by approximately 12%. The team aims to bridge the gap between its financial position and that of the MLB average. Club president Walker Monfort and president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta addressed various aspects of the team's performance, including starting pitching, manager Warren Schaeffer, the impending lockout, and injured slugger Kris Bryant's future.

Monfort and DePodesta discussed the ownership structure, explaining that the Monforts brought in Denver Broncos owners Greg Penner and Carrie Walton Penner through a minority investment. However, selling a majority ownership stake is not in the works, as the partnership has provided the team with more financial flexibility. DePodesta likened the 2026 season to waiting 45 minutes for a check after a decent meal, emphasizing the disappointment of another 100-loss season.

Despite the disappointing end to the season, the Rockies' underlying metrics showed a significant improvement, similar to the Chicago White Sox, who made the playoffs after posting a 100-loss record from 2023-25. The team's first baseman, TJ Rumfield, and outfielder, Jake McCarthy, contributed to the improvement in offensive production.

However, the status of Kris Bryant remains uncertain, as he has missed the entire 2024 season due to injuries. DePodesta stated that the team must move forward from a roster-building perspective, assuming Bryant will not return.