The MLB offseason is approaching, and speculation about trades is heating up. Each team has potential candidates who could be on the move, with established players and prospects alike being considered.

For instance, the Oakland Athletics may look to trade Miguel Andujar, while the Arizona Diamondbacks face a dilemma with Jordan Montgomery's performance. The Atlanta Braves might consider moving Jorge Soler due to roster congestion, and the Baltimore Orioles could listen to offers for Ryan Mountcastle.

As teams prepare for the winter, the focus will be on maximizing value while addressing needs, with many players likely to attract interest across the league.

Kyle Freeland expresses newfound optimism for the Colorado Rockies despite their recent struggles, including a 103-loss season. He appreciates the team's young talent and the moves made by general manager Bill Schmidt.

Former outfielder Charlie Blackmon believes in the potential of young players like Ezequiel Tovar and Brenton Doyle, while also highlighting the need for improvement in pitching and offense.

Schmidt acknowledges the challenges but sees progress in the team's depth and talent, particularly among young pitchers. However, he emphasizes the need for better offensive production and reducing strikeouts.

Shohei Ohtani showcased his exceptional talent by hitting his 54th home run and stealing his 57th base in the Los Angeles Dodgers' 11-4 victory over the Colorado Rockies. With a stellar 4-for-5 performance, Ohtani drove in four runs and is making a strong case for the Triple Crown, leading the National League in home runs and RBIs.

Ohtani's three-run homer marked a significant moment as he surpassed Ichiro Suzuki for the most stolen bases in a season by a Japanese-born player. The Dodgers solidified their position in the playoffs, while the Rockies faced their 99th loss of the season.

The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated a triumphant night at Coors Field, defeating the Colorado Rockies 11-4, securing their 11th National League West title in 12 years. Dodgers fans reveled in the performance of Shohei Ohtani, who had a stellar game, hitting a three-run homer and stealing his 57th base, further solidifying his MVP candidacy.

Despite the loss, the Rockies saw some bright spots with Ezequiel Tovar and Nolan Jones contributing offensively. The Rockies now face a tough challenge to avoid a second consecutive 100-loss season as they prepare for their final games against the Dodgers.

Brendan Rodgers is set to return to the Colorado Rockies' lineup on Friday after missing three games due to left hamstring tightness. He will bat sixth and play second base against the Los Angeles Dodgers. This season, Rodgers has significantly improved his performance, boasting a .267 batting average with 13 home runs and 54 RBIs.

Despite a rocky start, he has excelled since April, hitting .278 and contributing most of his stats after overcoming early-season injuries. His return means Aaron Schunk will move to the bench.