Paul DePodesta

A+

CVI

Sentiment

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Fan Verdict

Grade this GM::

Should Paul DePodesta be kept, fired, or extended?

Transactions

Graded

Fan Votes

5 months

Tenure

Transaction Breakdown

Positive

Mixed

Negative

Best Move

Jose Quintana on the

A+

Sent

Worst Move

John Brebbia

Sent

League Comparison

#22

Sentiment Rank

of 30 GMs

#16

Most Active

36 moves

Contract Value

A+

Excellent value on contracts

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Rockies' front office has been finding value this offseason, getting strong production relative to contract commitments. Across 4 contracts, 0 grade out as good value and 0 look like overpays based on comparable deals around the league. The best bang-for-the-buck deal was Jose Quintana (C) at $6.0M/yr — getting lhp production well above the price point. The priciest commitment relative to production was Willi Castro (C-) at $6.4M/yr — the rhp market may have been richer than the on-field return suggests. This front office is maximizing its payroll dollars and building sustainable depth.

Public Sentiment

Poor reception

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Rockies' 2026 moves under Paul DePodesta have drawn significant criticism from fans and media alike. Of 36 graded moves, 17 landed well with the fanbase, 13 drew mixed reactions, and 6 were viewed negatively. The standout move was bringing in Jose Quintana on the (A+), which generated the most positive buzz. The most questioned decision was the John Brebbia cut (F), which drew the sharpest criticism. The overall direction has been well-received — this front office is building with a clear vision.