**Rockies Part Ways with Manager Bud Black Amid Disappointing Start**
The Colorado Rockies have made a significant change in their coaching staff following a dismal start to the 2025 MLB season. The team announced the dismissal of manager Bud Black and bench coach Mike Redmond, appointing third base coach Warren Schaeffer as the interim manager and Clint Hurdle as the interim bench coach.
Rockies team owner Dick Monfort expressed his disappointment in a statement, saying, “Our play so far this season, especially coming off the last two seasons, has been unacceptable. Our fans deserve better, and we are capable of better. While we all share responsibility in how this season has played out, these changes are necessary.” He emphasized the team’s commitment to improving on the field and evaluating all aspects of their operations as they look to turn the page in Rockies Baseball.
The Rockies have struggled significantly this season, suffering a humiliating 21-0 defeat to the San Diego Padres. They managed to secure a win against the same team on Sunday, but that only marked their seventh victory in 40 games, leaving them with a troubling run differential of -128 and a total of just 133 runs scored.
Since their last playoff appearance in 2018, the Rockies have faced challenges, finishing with a record of 61-101 last season and 59-103 in 2023. Bud Black, who took over as manager in 2017, concluded his tenure with a record of 544-690 over more than eight seasons.
The Rockies’ decision to part ways with their manager comes just days after the Pittsburgh Pirates also made a managerial change, firing Derek Shelton.
As the Rockies navigate this tumultuous season, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the interim leadership impacts the team’s performance moving forward.
**FAQ**
*What prompted the Rockies to change their coaching staff?*
The Rockies’ poor performance at the start of the 2025 season, including a significant loss to the Padres, led to the decision to part ways with manager Bud Black and bench coach Mike Redmond.
