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Early Tuesday evening, Todd Helton will anxiously wait for his phone to ring, hoping for a life-changing call.

Chances are looking good that Rockies icon Todd Helton will be elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Tuesday, but it's not a slam dunk.

Election to the National Baseball Hall of Fame is an extraordinary honor. Its even more prestigious when it occurs during a candidates first year of eligibility.

Chances are looking good that Rockies icon Todd Helton will be elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Tuesday, but it's not a slam dunk.

The ballot is voted on by members of the Baseball Writers Association of America, and to get into the Hall, a player must receive at least 75% of the vote.

Carlos Correa had a nightmare season in 2023, but fans can hope he is past his plantar fasciitis injury. Can he get back on track for a future induction into Cooperstown?

Will Carlos Beltrán get voted into Cooperstown?

Catching is one of the most demanding positions in baseball, with players taking a beating behind the plate. Many catchers are forced to move to other positions before their careers end. So, how does Joe Mauer rank compared to the other top catchers from his era?

Interest in Cease growing; trade deadline date set; onetime DH’s case for the Hall.

Colorado Rockies News and Notes for Tuesday, January 2, 2024