Rockies GM Bill Schmidt steps down after one of the worst seasons in MLB history

DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Rockies stressed bringing a “new voice” and a “new vision” into the front office.

Someone who hasn’t been around for three straight 100-loss seasons. Someone who hasn’t just gone through one of the worst seasons in baseball history.

The team announced Wednesday that it was parting ways with general manager Bill Schmidt and starting an immediate search for his replacement. The Rockies emphasized looking at external candidates to break out of a losing cycle that’s seen them miss the playoffs the last seven seasons.

“We are setting our sights on finding the right leader from outside our organization who can bring a fresh perspective to the Rockies and enhance our baseball operations with a new vision, innovation, and a focus on both short and long-term success,”