He began as the Rockies’ third base coach but after 40 games, manager Bud Black was fired and Schaeffer was given the reins. There’s a great respect for for the game, and a great respect for the organization.”Fast forward to February 2026, and Schaeffer was in charge of his first spring training. The Rockies implemented numerous new changes in ‘Camp Schaeffer,’ including later start times and Skill Development Hour. But I think the things we could accomplish in spring training, in that regard, were accomplished. I feel like the communication channels that we’ve set up have been really good.”For Schaeffer, that is consistent with what’s happening throughout the organization.

Source: New York Times March 24, 2026 12:09 UTC