The Colorado Rockies are undergoing a dramatic transformation, and it’s not just on the field. With a front office that’s starting to resemble a who’s who of baseball executives, the Rockies are making bold moves to reshape their future. The latest addition to this growing roster of talent is Ian Levin, a seasoned veteran from the New York Mets, who has been appointed as the team’s assistant general manager. But here’s where it gets interesting: Levin isn’t just another hire—he’s part of a strategic overhaul led by Paul DePodesta, the Rockies’ president of baseball operations, who is pulling out all the stops to rebuild the franchise from the ground up.
DePodesta didn’t hold back in his praise for Levin, stating, ‘Ian brings a proven record of strategic leadership, key roster decision-making, and innovative player performance initiatives. With his extensive experience across major league operations, research and development, player development, and amateur scouting, Ian will strengthen every part of our operation. We couldn’t be more excited to bring him to the Rockies.’ This isn’t just a hiring spree—it’s a calculated effort to infuse the organization with fresh perspectives and proven expertise.
And this is the part most people miss: Levin’s arrival marks a reunion with DePodesta, who previously worked with him during his tenure with the Mets from 2011 to 2015. Before joining the Rockies, DePodesta took a detour to the NFL as the Cleveland Browns’ chief strategy officer, but he’s clearly back in baseball with a vision. Levin is the second Mets executive to make the move to Colorado, following Tommy Tanous, who was hired as an assistant GM for scouting and player development just last week. Other key hires under DePodesta’s leadership include assistant GM Josh Byrnes and director of pitching Matt Daniels. It’s a lineup that’s hard to ignore.
Levin’s journey to this point is a testament to his versatility and dedication. Starting as a media relations intern with the Mets in 2005, he quickly transitioned into baseball operations the following year. Over two decades, he climbed the ranks, working in amateur scouting, baseball analytics, minor league operations, and player development before being named vice president and assistant general manager in 2021. His tenure with the Mets ended in December 2024, but he didn’t stay idle for long—in 2025, he founded OneOneSports, a company that helps college programs with leadership hiring, infrastructure design, player evaluation, and roster strategy. Talk about a full circle moment.
But here’s the controversial part: Is this influx of Mets executives a stroke of genius or a risky gamble? While DePodesta’s strategy to bring in proven talent is undeniable, some might argue that relying too heavily on one organization’s alumni could limit diversity of thought. What do you think? Is this the right approach for the Rockies, or are they putting too many eggs in one basket? Let us know in the comments below.
For Rockies fans, this is an exciting time. With manager Warren Schaeffer ‘through the roof’ about the team’s new direction, the future looks brighter than ever. If you want to stay in the loop with all the latest Rockies news and MLB analysis, don’t forget to sign up for the Rockies Insider. The rebuild is in full swing, and you won’t want to miss a single moment.
