Rockies Rumor Mill: Willie Randolph in Purple Pinstripes?

There is a flurry of activity here in Denver these days, and it's not about the World Series. The Colorado Rockies have expressed interest in having former Mets skipper Willie Randolph join the staff as bench coach.

Randolph was in the hunt for the Brewers' vacancy, but it looks as though Ken Macha has that all but wrapped up. 

Look for Randolph and the Rockies to put something together next week. This move would bring great experience and a big name to the Rockies' coaching staff for sure.

Randolph went 302-253—a .544 winning percentage—in his time with the Mets.

Holliday Hubbub

Also, rumors are flying around Matt Holliday and Garrett Atkins. Holliday's name is being mentioned from Anaheim to the Bronx, with talks of him going for a list of pitchers capable of fitting into that No. 2 spot the Rockies are looking for. 

Atkins name is also being shot around with rumors of Minnesota and the Phillies coming up most often.

So far, nothing is concrete, but look for a deal to go down with Holliday and/or Atkins around the GM meetings next week.

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