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How the Looming MLB Lockout Could Actually Benefit the Colorado Rockies
- The MLB lockout could affect free agency, trades and team activities after the current CBA expires, with decisions pausing until a new agreement is reached.
- Colorado has pursued short-term, flexible deals this offseason to keep payroll low while the team rebuilds.
- Several one-year deals include Lorenzen, Quintana, Sugano, Castro, Moniak and more, aiming to space out commitments.
- Kris Bryant remains the team’s large commitment, with questions about return on investment.
- If a salary cap is adopted, the Rockies could be well-positioned with no long-term commitments and a strong minor league pipeline.
- The potential lockout could change trade dynamics at the deadline, making expiring contracts more attractive to contenders.
- Colorado’s front office, including Paul DePodesta, has been linked to deeper strategic thinking around the rebuild.
- Front offices may accelerate moves before December 1 to lock in performers or leverage during a potential lockout.
- Veterans with expiring deals could attract interest from contenders, helping accelerate the Rockies’ rebuild.
- The broader lockout picture shows the Rockies potentially benefiting from a system with a young core and debt-free payroll.
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