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Rockies vs. Rays: Seymour vs. Lorenzen – Mound Duel Live!
Rockies Trade Deadline Drama & Upcoming Showdown with the Rays
The Trade Deadline Whirlwind
Imagine a giant game of musical chairs where baseball teams swap players right before a big deadline. That’s exactly what happened on Monday at 4 p.m. MDT — the MLB trade deadline. The Colorado Rockies waited until the very last minute (like finishing homework on the bus) and made three of their four trades in the final hours.
Important: The Rockies did not trade Hunter Goodman, even though his name was all over the rumor mill. He’s staying put… for now.
Who Got Traded?
Here’s the complete list of Rockies players who packed their bags:
| Player | Position | New Team | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brenton Doyle | Center Fielder | Chicago White Sox | Monday (early) |
| Antonio Senzatela | Right-Handed Reliever (used to be a starter) | Milwaukee Brewers | Monday (late) |
| Victor Vodnik | Right-Handed Reliever | Miami Marlins | Monday (very late) |
| Seth Halvorsen | Right-Handed Reliever | Los Angeles Dodgers | Earlier in July |
ELI5: A "reliever" is a pitcher who comes in late in the game to help finish it. A "starter" begins the game. Senzatela used to start games but now helps at the end.
Fresh Faces Called Up
To fill the empty roster spots, the Rockies brought up two players from their Triple-A team in Albuquerque (that’s like the "minor leagues" — one step below the big leagues):
- Jordan Beck — Outfielder (plays in the grassy part of the field)
- Nick Frasso — Right-Handed Pitcher
Weather Watch
Denver hit triple-digit temperatures on Monday (that’s 100°F+ / 38°C+). But hold onto your hats — a storm is rolling in. The Rockies play at Coors Field (an outdoor stadium), so rain could delay or postpone games.
Stay tuned to Purple Row for weather updates!
Next Up: Tampa Bay Rays Series
Starting tonight, the Rockies finish a six-game homestand (that means six games in a row at their home stadium) with a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Team Records
- Rays: 65 wins – 46 losses (Leading the AL East division!)
- Rockies: 45 wins – 67 losses
Rockies Momentum
Colorado just swept the Kansas City Royals (won all 3 games) and surpassed last year’s total of 43 wins. Progress!
Pitching Matchup: Game 1
Rockies Starter: Michael Lorenzen (RHP)
- Record: 3–9
- ERA: 6.54 (lower is better — this means he’s allowing a lot of runs)
- Recent outings:
- July 28 @ San Diego: 4 innings, 3 runs, 8 hits, 1 walk, 2 strikeouts → Loss 8–7
- July 21 vs Nationals @ Coors: 4 innings, 6 runs, 7 hits (2 homers), 1 walk, 5 strikeouts → Loss 8–7
ELI5: "ERA" = Earned Run Average. It’s the average number of runs a pitcher gives up per 9 innings. Under 3.00 is great. Over 5.00 is rough. Lorenzen’s 6.54 means opponents score a lot against him.
Rays Starter: Ian Seymour (LHP)
- Record: 7–3
- ERA: 4.37
- 2025 MLB debut (2nd round pick in 2020)
- Age: 27
- This season: 36 appearances, but only 7 starts
- As a starter: 2–2, 5.34 ERA, lasted 5+ innings in 5 of 7 starts
- First time ever pitching at Coors Field
ELI5: "LHP" = Left-Handed Pitcher. Lefties are rare and valuable! "Appearances" = any time he pitches. "Starts" = he begins the game. Seymour is mostly a reliever trying out starting.
Game Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| First Pitch | 6:40 p.m. MDT |
| Radio (English) | 850 AM / 94.1 FM KOA Rockies Radio Network |
| Radio (Spanish) | KNRV 1150 AM |
| Location | Coors Field, Denver, CO |
Summary
- Trade deadline passed at 4 p.m. MDT Monday — Rockies made 3 last-minute deals
- Traded away: Doyle, Senzatela, Vodnik, Halvorsen (all pitchers except Doyle)
- Kept: Hunter Goodman (despite heavy rumors)
- Called up: Jordan Beck (OF) & Nick Frasso (RHP) from Triple-A Albuquerque
- Weather: Scorching heat Monday → storms incoming
- Next series: 3 games vs AL East-leading Rays (65–46) at Coors Field
- Rockies record: 45–67 (already beat last year’s 43 wins!)
- Game 1 starters: Lorenzen (struggling) vs Seymour (rookie lefty, first time at Coors)
- First pitch: 6:40 p.m. MDT | Listen on 850 AM/94.1 FM or 1150 AM (Spanish)
FAQ
1. What is the "trade deadline" and why does it matter?
It’s the last day teams can trade players without special permission. After this, rosters are mostly locked for the rest of the season. Teams trade to get better now (contenders) or get future assets (rebuilders like the Rockies).
2. What’s "Triple-A" and why were players called up from there?
Triple-A is the highest level of Minor League Baseball — one step below the majors. When big-league players get traded or injured, teams "call up" Triple-A players to fill the spots.
3. Why is Coors Field special for pitchers?
It’s in Denver (high altitude = thin air). Balls fly farther → more home runs. Pitchers hate it. ERA’s are usually higher here. That’s why Seymour’s first start here is a big test!
4. What does "swept" mean?
Winning all games in a series. The Rockies beat the Royals 3–0 in their last series. A "sweep" is great momentum!
5. Can I still watch if the game is delayed by rain?
Yes! Radio broadcasts (850 AM/94.1 FM) usually continue during delays. TV coverage (if available) will also update. Check Purple Row or the Rockies app for real-time status.
Go Rocks!
