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101-loss Rockies retain Black for 2025 season

101-loss Rockies retain Black for 2025 season

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“We believe the foundation we’re building with our core roster and our farm system, along with Buddy’s skills, experience and knowledge are instrumental in achieving our goal of playing games in October.”

Black, 67, has a record of 537-657 over eight seasons with the Rockies, the most games and wins for any skipper in the franchise’s history. Colorado made consecutive playoff appearances in 2017-18, the only time in team history the club reached the postseason in back-to-back years.

The Rockies finished 61-101 this season after going 59-103 in 2023.

Black managed the San Diego Padres from 2007 to 2015 and has an overall record of 1,186-1,370 (.464). He was named the National League Manager of the Year in 2010.

Field Level Media contributed to this report.