Paul DePodesta Leaves Browns, Becomes Rockies President of Baseball Operations
Paul DePodesta has transitioned from the Cleveland Browns to a significant role with the Colorado Rockies. After nearly a decade with the Browns, he has been named the new president of baseball operations for the Rockies.
DePodesta’s Tenure with the Cleveland Browns
DePodesta joined the Browns as Chief Strategy Officer in January 2016. Throughout his nine and a half years in Cleveland, he played a crucial role in strengthening the organization.
- Worked closely with Executive Vice President of Football Operations Andrew Berry.
- Collaborated with head coach Kevin Stefanski and player development teams.
- Focused on enhancing organizational decision-making through research and analytics.
Key Achievements
During his time with the Browns, DePodesta helped facilitate the search for key leadership positions. This included the hiring of Berry and Stefanski before the 2020 season. Under their leadership, the team made two postseason appearances and secured two 11-win seasons.
Stefanski was recognized with the Associated Press NFL Coach of the Year award in both 2020 and 2023. DePodesta’s strategic approach contributed significantly to these accomplishments.
From NFL to MLB
Paul DePodesta’s career prior to joining the Browns spans two decades in Major League Baseball (MLB). His last role before coming to Cleveland was with the New York Mets as Vice President of Player Development and Amateur Scouting from 2011 to 2015.
- Served five seasons with the San Diego Padres from 2006 to 2010.
- General Manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers from 2004 to 2005.
- Assistant General Manager for the Oakland Athletics from 1999 to 2003.
DePodesta began his MLB career with the Cleveland Indians in 1996, starting as an intern in player development. He later became an advance scout before his rise through various organizational roles.
Looking Forward
As Paul DePodesta takes on his new role as the Rockies’ president of baseball operations, he brings a wealth of experience and a proven record of fostering team culture and excellence. His previous professional insights position him well for success in MLB once again.
