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Rockies Begin New Era After Firing Longtime Manager Bud Black

Following a record-worst 7-33 start, interim leadership steps in as the Rockies confront systemic challenges and ongoing struggles.

Carlos Correa and Byron Buxton celebrate a win over the Giants.
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Overview

  • The Colorado Rockies dismissed Bud Black, their all-time winningest manager, after a disastrous start to the 2025 season and a 21-0 loss to the Padres.
  • Warren Schaeffer, previously the third-base coach, has been named interim manager, with Clint Hurdle stepping in as interim bench coach.
  • Owner Dick Monfort described the team's performance as unacceptable and announced plans for a full organizational evaluation throughout the season.
  • The Rockies are on pace for a third consecutive 100-loss season, with significant struggles in pitching, offense, and player development.
  • Criticism has emerged over deeper franchise issues, with observers pointing to ownership and front-office decisions as root causes of the team's decline.