Word spread quickly through the Rockies' organization. Rick Mathews, the Rockies' instructional-league coordinator, called Egins, who relayed word to general manager Bob Gebhard. It was left to the ...

A lot, apparently, given Colorado’s history. Since the Rockies began play in 1993, they have employed only three general managers: Bob Gebhard (1993-99), Dan O’Dowd (2000-14) and Bridich.

Bob Gebhard was the Rockies’ general manager in 1994-95 when the players went on strike and the 1994 World Series was canceled. He sees ominous labor clouds on the horizon, especially with a new ...