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Rockies Fans Debate Beard-Growing Superstition for Team's Success
Longtime hosts Brady and Tanner consider growing beards to help the Colorado Rockies win this season.
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
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Hosts of a popular Denver sports radio show, Brady and Tanner, are debating whether they should grow beards in an attempt to help the Colorado Rockies win more games this upcoming season. The idea stems from a longstanding superstition among Rockies fans that the team performs better when the hosts and other superfans grow out their facial hair.
Why it matters
The Rockies have struggled to find consistent success in recent years, leading fans to grasp at any potential superstitions or rituals that could help the team win. While beard-growing may seem like a silly tradition, it speaks to the passion and dedication of the team's fanbase, who are willing to go to great lengths to support their beloved Rockies.
The details
Brady and Tanner, hosts of the popular Denver sports radio show "The Hull Show", are considering growing out their beards in the hopes that it will bring good luck to the Colorado Rockies this upcoming season. The idea stems from a longstanding superstition among Rockies fans that the team performs better when the hosts and other superfans grow out their facial hair.
- The 2026 MLB season is set to begin in April.
The players
Brady
A host of the popular Denver sports radio show "The Hull Show".
Tanner
A co-host of the popular Denver sports radio show "The Hull Show".
Colorado Rockies
A Major League Baseball team based in Denver, Colorado.
What they’re saying
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
The takeaway
The Rockies' fanbase remains dedicated and hopeful, even in the face of the team's recent struggles, with some fans willing to embrace superstitions and rituals in the hopes of helping the team find success.
