On November 13, 2008, Eagle Rock Energy Partners, L.P. (the "Partnership") issued a press release announcing potential purchases of the Partnership's common units by affiliates of the Partnership.

The press release is filed with this Current Report as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated herein by this reference. In accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information set forth in this Item 7.01 and in the attached exhibit are deemed to be furnished and shall not be deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

Item 9.01           Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)      Exhibits.

Exhibit No.                Description

99.1                  Press Release of Eagle Rock Energy Partners, L.P. dated
November 13, 2008