The Colorado Rockies are a Major League Baseball (MLB) team based in Denver, Colorado. Established in 1993, the Rockies play in the National League (NL) West division. Here is a decade-by-decade summary of the team’s history, highlighting notable achievements and their World Series appearance:

1990s:

  • The Rockies played their inaugural season in 1993 and quickly became popular, setting an MLB attendance record in their first year.
  • In 1995, just their third season, the Rockies made their first playoff appearance as a Wild Card team, but were defeated by the Atlanta Braves in the NL Division Series (NLDS).
  • The team played at Mile High Stadium until Coors Field, their current home, opened in 1995.

2000s:

  • The early 2000s were challenging for the Rockies with limited success.
  • The highlight of the decade came in 2007 when the Rockies made an extraordinary late-season run to clinch the NL Wild Card spot.
  • They went on to sweep the Philadelphia Phillies in the NLDS and the Arizona Diamondbacks in the NL Championship Series (NLCS), earning their first and only World Series berth.
  • In the 2007 World Series, the Rockies were swept by the Boston Red Sox in four games, but their remarkable run remains a significant achievement in franchise history.

2010s:

  • The Rockies experienced ups and downs throughout the decade, often struggling to maintain consistency.
  • Despite some individual player successes and standout seasons, the team made the playoffs as a Wild Card team in 2017 and 2018.
  • In 2017, they were defeated by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the Wild Card Game.
  • In 2018, the Rockies won the Wild Card Game against the Chicago Cubs but lost to the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLDS.

2020s:

  • The early part of the decade has seen continued challenges for the Rockies, including rebuilding efforts and roster changes.
  • The team has been focusing on developing young talent and finding a path back to consistent competitiveness.

Throughout their history, the Rockies have been known for their high-altitude home at Coors Field, which has led to numerous offensive records due to the hitter-friendly conditions. Despite their struggles, the Rockies have built a passionate fan base and remain a key part of the Denver sports landscape.