Rockies fire manager Bud Black amid one of worst 40-game starts in MLB history

 

The Colorado Rockies have made a drastic move in an effort to turn around their historically bad start to the 2025 season. The team announced on Sunday that they have fired manager Bud Black, who had been at the helm for nine seasons. The decision comes after the Rockies stumbled to a 7-33 record, tied for the second-worst 40-game start in MLB history.

Black's departure was accompanied by the firing of bench coach Mike Redmond. The team has appointed third base coach Warren Schaeffer as the interim manager for the remainder of the season, while hitting coach Clint Hurdle will take over as the interim bench coach.

The Rockies' owner, chairman, and CEO, Dick Monfort, expressed his disappointment with the team's performance, stating, "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." Monfort acknowledged that the entire organization shares responsibility for the team's struggles but emphasized that the changes are necessary to move forward.

The Rockies' 7-33 record is a stark contrast to their expectations at the start of the season. The team had hoped to build on their performances from the previous two seasons but instead finds itself mired in a dismal start. Sunday's 9-3 win over the San Diego Padres provided a brief respite, but the team's overall struggles have been evident.

The Rockies' recent performances have been particularly alarming, with a 21-0 loss to the Padres on Saturday extending their losing streak to eight games at the time. The team was forced to pitch a position player for the second time in three games, highlighting their pitching woes.

As the Rockies embark on the remainder of the season under new leadership, they face an uphill battle to salvage their campaign. The team will need to demonstrate significant improvement to restore the faith of their fans and prove that they are capable of better. With Schaeffer at the helm, the Rockies will aim to turn their season around and build momentum for the future.

The firing of Bud Black serves as a reminder that accountability is paramount in professional sports. While Black had been a respected figure in the Rockies' organization, the team's dismal performance ultimately led to his departure. As the Rockies move forward, they will be seeking a fresh start and a new direction under Schaeffer's guidance.