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Rockies Aim to Fix Historic ERA with New Pitching Strategy

1/8/2026

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The Colorado Rockies' starting rotation posted the highest ERA in modern baseball history at 6.65 in 2025, averaging 4 2/3 innings per start.
Josh Byrnes, the Rockies' new general manager, said the team will seek pitchers who can provide bulk innings, though budget constraints may limit quality.
The focus will shift to improving the efficiency of current pitchers to enable longer outings and better performance in the 2026 season.

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Story summary

The Colorado Rockies' starting rotation posted the highest ERA in modern baseball history at 6.65 in 2025, averaging 4 2/3 innings per start.
Josh Byrnes, the Rockies' new general manager, said the team will seek pitchers who can provide bulk innings, though budget constraints may limit quality.
The focus will shift to improving the efficiency of current pitchers to enable longer outings and better performance in the 2026 season.