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Hunter Goodman Hunter Goodman Belts 38th homer
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 5:21 PM
Goodman went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run and a walk in Saturday's loss to the Tigers.
Analysis: Goodman put the game's first runs on the board with a three-run blast to left field in the third inning. That was his only hit of the game, and the All-Star backstop still hasn't logged a multi-hit performance since Aug. 28. Goodman has slowed down a bit in the power department of late, going deep just twice over his past 15 games. However, he still leads all backstops with 38 long balls, which is also tied for fourth overall in MLB. |
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Jordan Romano Jordan Romano Blows save chance Saturday
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 4:47 PM
Romano blew a save against the Tigers on Saturday, allowing two runs on one hit and two walks over one inning.
Analysis: Colorado held a 7-4 lead heading into the bottom of the eighth inning, but the Rockies' bullpen couldn't hold the advantage. Jaden Hill allowed five straight batters to reach base without getting an out, and Romano couldn't do much better, walking the first two batters he faced before giving up a two-out, two-run triple. The veteran reliever had a stretch of nine starts without giving up an earned run from mid-August to early September, but over his past three outings he's blown two saves while giving up four earned runs across 2.2 frames. Colorado doesn't have many reliable options in its bullpen, so Romano probably isn't in imminent danger of losing his closer role. |
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Tanner Gordon Tanner Gordon Tagged for 10 hits in no-decision
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 4:34 PM
Gordon allowed four runs on 10 hits and one walk while striking out five batters over four innings in a no-decision against Detroit on Saturday.
Analysis: Of the Tigers' 10 hits against Gordon, four -- including a Kevin McGonigle solo homer -- went for extra bases. It was the second time this season the righty hurler has surrendered double-digit hits and the ninth time he's yielded at least four earned runs. Gordon had a promising two-start stretch to end August during which he gave up just two runs over 12 innings, but since then he's allowed nine runs across his subsequent two outings spanning 8.2 frames. He'll carry a season-long 5.55 ERA into his next start, which is tentatively slated to be a matchup versus San Diego at Coors Field. |
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Jake McCarthy Jake McCarthy Three hits in Friday's loss
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 10:48 AM
McCarthy went 3-for-5 in Friday's 6-2 loss to the Tigers.
Analysis: The speedy outfielder did his job at the top of the order, but the rest of the Rockies' lineup couldn't take advantage. McCarthy's had a strong first season with the club, setting new career highs with 15 homers, 29 steals, 76 RBI and 71 runs while slashing .297/.339/.485 in 132 games, and his production hasn't been completely fueled by playing his home games at altitude. McCarthy does sport an .896 OPS at Coors Field this year, but his .752 road OPS would still be 160 points higher than what he produced during the entire 2025 campaign for Arizona. |
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Mason Adams Mason Adams Stingy in Friday's no-decision
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 10:44 AM
Adams didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 6-2 loss to the Tigers, allowing one run on two hits and three walks over five innings. He struck out five.
Analysis: The rookie right-hander continues to give the Rockies quality innings, and through his first 18.2 big-league frames he sports a 3.38 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 22:9 K:BB. Adams is still looking for his first win -- all four of his starts so far have resulted in no-decisions -- and he's served up five homers despite making only one start at Coors Field, suggesting his luck could run out soon. With Kyle Freeland (neck) potentially set to return from the IL next week, however, Adams could get bumped to the bullpen before it does. |
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Sean Sullivan Sean Sullivan Begins rehab assignment
Fri, Sep 11, 2026, 8:14 AM
Sullivan (shoulder) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque on Thursday, striking out four while yielding one run in 1.2 innings.
Analysis: It's the first game outing since Sullivan went down with a left shoulder impingement in early July. The left-hander likely doesn't have enough time to get stretched back out to make any traditional starts down the stretch, but he could help the Rockies in a relief role. |
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Mickey Moniak Mickey Moniak Sitting versus lefty
Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 3:09 PM
Moniak is not in the lineup for Thursday's contest versus the Yankees.
Analysis: The left-handed-hitting Moniak doesn't always sit against lefty hurlers, but he'll begin Thursday's tilt on the bench as the Yankees send southpaw Max Fried to the bump. Jordan Beck will play right field and bat eighth for the Rockies. |
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Tomoyuki Sugano Tomoyuki Sugano Hit hard in ninth loss
Wed, Sep 9, 2026, 8:58 PM
Sugano (12-9) took the loss against the Yankees on Wednesday, allowing five runs on four hits and three walks in six innings. He struck out five.
Analysis: Sugano was victimized by a pair of home runs Wednesday, including a grand slam by George Lombard in the third inning. Although he has two quality starts in his last six, the right-hander has coughed up at least five runs in the other four outings during that period. He'll bring a 5.30 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 84:33 K:BB over 137.2 innings into his next scheduled appearance against the division-rival Padres in hitter-friendly Colorado. |
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Hunter Goodman Hunter Goodman Smacks late homer Tuesday
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 9:43 PM
Goodman went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run during Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Yankees.
Analysis: The Rockies' bats were held in check by Yankees' ace Cam Schlittler, but Goodman reduced the deficit to two runs after taking Tim Hill deep for a two-run homer in the ninth inning. It was Goodman's first home run since Aug. 26 and 37th of the season, which is tied with Matt Olson for fifth-most in the majors. Goodman has an .848 OPS with five steals, 78 RBI and 56 extra-base hits over 513 plate appearances this season. |
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Gabriel Hughes Gabriel Hughes Still winless in 2026
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 9:31 PM
Hughes (0-7) took the loss against the Yankees on Tuesday, allowing two runs (one earned) on four hits while striking out six across five innings. He did not issue a walk.
Analysis: It was a bit of a tough-luck loss for Hughes, especially with the Yankees scoring an unearned run in the first inning due to fielding and throwing errors by Jake McCarthy. Hughes kept the Yankees off the board over the next three innings before yielding a run in the fifth, and although the Rockies scored two late runs in the ninth, it wasn't enough for the 25-year-old right-hander to avoid the loss. He's allowed one earned run in each of his last two starts and has a 5.81 ERA and 1.38 WHIP over 57.1 innings since making his major-league debut July 3. Hughes will look to secure his first big-league win in his next start, tentatively slated for this weekend on the road against the Tigers. |
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Jose Quintana Jose Quintana Making rehab appearance Wednesday
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 7:27 PM
Quintana (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment at Double-A Hartford on Wednesday, Kevin Henry of The Denver Gazette reports.
Analysis: Out since late May with a sprained left elbow, Quintana began his throwing program in early July and has finally reached the final stage in his rehab. The Rockies -- already eliminated from postseason contention -- likely won't be in much of a hurry to bring the veteran southpaw back, but he could still return in time to make another start or two before the end of the season. |
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Kyle Freeland Kyle Freeland Beginning assignment Wednesday
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 7:19 PM
Freeland (neck) is expected to pitch in a rehab game at Double-A Hartford on Wednesday, Kevin Henry of The Denver Gazette reports.
Analysis: Freeland landed on the injured list Aug. 24 due to cervical radiculopathy, and after spending the past week throwing off a mound, the 33-year-old is now ready to return to a competitive setting. It's unclear whether he'll make additional rehab appearances beyond Wednesday, but because he hasn't been on the shelf very long, he shouldn't need much time to ramp back up. |
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Adael Amador Adael Amador Drawing another start
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 3:19 PM
Amador will start at second base and bat seventh in Tuesday's game versus the Yankees.
Analysis: It's the sixth start in a row for Amador, and each of the last four of those have come at second base. He could continue to vie for playing time at the keystone with Connor Norby, at least while Willi Castro (foot) is sidelined. |
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Connor Norby Connor Norby Out of lineup again Tuesday
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 3:14 PM
Norby is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Yankees.
Analysis: After making 13 consecutive starts, the righty-swinging Norby has now been held out of the lineup for two straight games versus right-handed pitching. Switch hitter Adael Amador will man second base and could hold the platoon edge at the keystone over Norby. |
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Ryan Ritter Ryan Ritter Dispatched back to Triple-A
Mon, Sep 7, 2026, 10:39 AM
The Rockies optioned Ritter to Triple-A Albuquerque on Monday.
Analysis: He's been jettisoned back to Albuquerque to make space on the active roster for the return of Kyle Karros (concussion). Ritter was with the big club for the past two-plus weeks, going 2-for-12 at the plate in limited action. |
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Kyle Karros Kyle Karros Activated from 7-day IL
Mon, Sep 7, 2026, 10:35 AM
The Rockies activated Karros (concussion) from the 7-day injured list Monday.
Analysis: Karros has been on the 7-day concussion IL twice in the last few weeks, but he cleared protocols last week and went 6-for-15 with a home run in four rehab games with Double-A Hartford. The 24-year-old will regain his role as the Rockies' primary third baseman down the stretch. |
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TJ Rumfield TJ Rumfield Collects three hits in loss
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 6:25 PM
Rumfield went 3-for-4 with a double, one RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's 10-8 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: Rumfield has continued to take care of business lately, going 17-for-38 (.447) with six extra-base hits and seven RBI during his 11-game hitting streak. The first baseman also has a studly 12:4 BB:K in that span. For the season, the rookie has reaped the rewards of hitting in Colorado, batting .299 with an .849 OPS over 139 contests, with those numbers bumping up to .307 and .890, respectively, when at home. He's added 15 home runs, 67 RBI, 61 runs scored, 28 doubles and three triples overall. |
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Mickey Moniak Mickey Moniak Homers, drives in four
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 6:21 PM
Moniak went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run and an additional RBI in Sunday's 10-8 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: Moniak hit an RBI single in the first inning and then added his homer in the third, both off Kyle Leahy. Prior to Sunday, Moniak had gone 0-for-7 over his last three games, and he had gone 12 contests without a homer. For the season, the veteran outfielder is batting .251 with a .791 OPS, 22 homers, 64 RBI, 47 runs scored, 16 doubles, four triples and one stolen base over 103 games. |
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Jake McCarthy Jake McCarthy Productive in Sunday's loss
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 6:19 PM
McCarthy went 3-for-5 with a solo home run, three total RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's 10-8 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: McCarthy is batting .324 (12-for-37) over his last nine games, adding five extra-base hits and four steals in that span. The outfielder is also up to 75 RBI on the year, a strong number for a player who has primarily worked out of the leadoff spot. He's at a .293 average, .821 OPS, 15 home runs, 29 doubles, eight triples, 29 stolen bases and 71 runs scored over 128 contests. |
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Tanner Gordon Tanner Gordon Roughed up by Cardinals
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 6:16 PM
Gordon allowed five runs on eight hits and a walk while striking out four over 4.2 innings in a no-decision versus the Cardinals on Sunday.
Analysis: Gordon was able to avoid giving up a home run, but a decent start fell apart in the fifth frame. Since the start of August, he's given up 20 runs (18 earned) over 35.1 innings across seven games, providing uneven performances, though the Coors Field effect has had a large role in that. Overall, he has a 5.40 ERA, 1.43 WHIP and 76:17 K:BB through 93.1 innings over 21 games (nine starts). Gordon is projected to make his next appearance at Detroit. |
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