Denver Buddies: Rockies Bring Broncos Owners in as Minority Partners

April 10, 2026 - 20:43

In a move that solidifies a powerful alliance between Denver's major sports franchises, the Colorado Rockies have welcomed Greg Penner and Carrie Walton Penner, the principal owners of the Denver Broncos, as new minority partners in the baseball club. The transaction brings together two of the city's most prominent sporting institutions under a shared ownership umbrella.

The Penners, who led the group that purchased the Broncos in 2022, are now investing in the National League club. While the specific financial stake was not disclosed, it is characterized as a passive, minority interest. The existing Rockies ownership group, led by Chairman and CEO Dick Monfort, will continue to hold controlling interest and oversee all day-to-day baseball and business operations.

This strategic partnership is seen as a deepening of the longstanding relationship between the two organizations, fostering a stronger collaborative sports landscape in the region. Officials from both sides expressed enthusiasm about aligning the franchises to benefit the wider Denver community. The connection promises to enhance fan experiences and civic engagement through combined resources and shared vision, while keeping the operational leadership and direction of the Rockies firmly in place under its current stewardship.