"After a number of conversations, we decided it is time for me to step aside and make way for a new voice to guide the club's baseball operations,"
"It's been an honor to serve the Rockies family for over 25 years. I'm thankful to the Monfort family for the opportunity, to my family for their constant support, and our staff for their tireless dedication. Better seasons are ahead for the Rockies and our great fans, and I look forward to seeing it come to life in the years ahead."
The Colorado Rockies announced that general manager Bill Schmidt is stepping down from his post. The team framed the departure as a mutual parting of ways while other reports indicated Schmidt was fired. The Rockies have begun a search to hire a new head of baseball operations from outside the organization. Schmidt has been with the Rockies organization for over 25 years and issued a statement expressing gratitude to the Monfort family, his own family, and team staff while expressing optimism that better seasons lie ahead.
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