Patrick Saunders announces departure from Denver Post on June 24
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 1:17 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Patrick Saunders, a long-time sports reporter for the Denver Post, has announced he will leave the newspaper effective June 24, 2026. He took a buyout after working at the paper since 1998, mostly covering the Colorado Rockies since 2005. Colleagues and members of the Rockies media community have expressed their gratitude and sadness over his departure. Saunders has been recognized for his work, including being named Colorado Sportswriter of the Year in 2018. His announcement has sparked a wave of well-wishes from fellow journalists and Rockies fans alike.
- •Saunders joined the Denver Post in 1998, covering the Broncos initially.
- •He transitioned to covering the Rockies in 2005 with a brief online editing stint.
- •Recognized as Colorado Sportswriter of the Year in 2018.
- •His final day at the Denver Post will be June 24, 2026.
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