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Rockies Name Schaeffer Full-Time Manager Amid Rebuild

11/25/2025

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The Colorado Rockies promoted Warren Schaeffer to full-time manager for the 2026 season after his 2025 interim tenure, posting a 36–86 record.
Rockies president Paul DePodesta expressed confidence in Schaeffer's ability to lead the team through a challenging rebuild.
Schaeffer has strong rapport with players and seeks accountability and hard work.
The promotion follows three consecutive 100-loss seasons and changes, including DePodesta's hiring as president of baseball operations.

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The Colorado Rockies promoted Warren Schaeffer to full-time manager for the 2026 season after his 2025 interim tenure, posting a 36–86 record.
Rockies president Paul DePodesta expressed confidence in Schaeffer's ability to lead the team through a challenging rebuild.
Schaeffer has strong rapport with players and seeks accountability and hard work.
The promotion follows three consecutive 100-loss seasons and changes, including DePodesta's hiring as president of baseball operations.