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Rockies Seek New Baseball Operations Leader After Disastrous Season

11/6/2025

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The Colorado Rockies have not finalized a candidate for head of baseball operations after Bill Schmidt's departure, as MLB's general manager meetings begin November 10.
Matt Forman and Amiel Sawdaye had discussions that fell through, fueling speculation about ownership's reluctance to relinquish control.
Former player Adam Ottavino is mentioned as a candidate, though he lacks front-office experience.
Rockies endured a 119-loss season, a situation the next hire will address.

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The Colorado Rockies have not finalized a candidate for head of baseball operations after Bill Schmidt's departure, as MLB's general manager meetings begin November 10.
Matt Forman and Amiel Sawdaye had discussions that fell through, fueling speculation about ownership's reluctance to relinquish control.
Former player Adam Ottavino is mentioned as a candidate, though he lacks front-office experience.
Rockies endured a 119-loss season, a situation the next hire will address.