After a disappointing season where the Colorado Rockies league-worst 43-119, general manager Bill Schmidt has resigned from his role as the team's general manager.
Schmidt took up the position of interim GM back in May 2021 before being promoted to the role full-time five months later. Since then, the Rockiers have had three straight 100-loss seasons, something that had never happened during their time in the league.
"Bill has been an integral part of the Rockies family for over 25 years with countless contributions to the organization over that time," said team owner and CEO Dick Montfort said in a press release. "We are deeply grateful for his service, his friendship, and his dedication and wish him and his family nothing but the best in the future.
"As with any transition, Bill's departure allows our club to seek a new leader of our baseball department experienced in areas where we know we need to grow within the operation. A new voice will benefit our organization as we work towards giving our fans the competitive team they deserve."
Surprisingly, the Rockiers claimed to be beginning an "external search" to lead baseball operations with the team. This has not happened since 1999, when Dan O'Dowd was hired.
Also in the press release, Schmidt justified his reasons for departing the team.
"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," Schmidt said.
"It's been an honor to serve in 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."
There was no mention of the current interim manager Warren Schaeffer and whether he will remain in the role for next year. He joined in mid-May after Bud Black was given the axe.