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Drew Avans Drew Avans Sent out of big-league camp
Sun, Mar 15, 2026, 2:45 PM
The Rockies reassigned Avans to minor-league camp Sunday.
Analysis: Avans logged 18 appearances at the big-league level between the Athletics and Brewers in 2025, but he never appeared to be a serious threat to break camp with the Rockies while attending spring training as a non-roster invitee. He'll serve as organizational outfield depth at Triple-A Albuquerque during the upcoming season. |
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Kyle Karros Kyle Karros Favorite at third base
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 11:46 AM
Karros remains the favorite to make the Rockies' Opening Day roster as the starting third baseman, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Karros ascended through the minor-league ranks quickly following his selection by the Rockies in the fifth round of the 2023 MLB draft. He made his major-league debut in early August and spent the rest of the 2025 season with Colorado, finishing with a .226/.308/.277 slash line with one home run and nine RBI over 156 plate appearances. Karros hasn't displayed much power at the plate, but his defensive prowess should keep him in the lineup so long as he can make good contact and reduce his chase rate. |
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Jordan Beck Jordan Beck Fine-tuning plate approach
Sat, Mar 14, 2026, 9:41 AM
Beck has gone 9-for-33 with one home run across 33 at-bats in 11 Cactus League games.
Analysis: Beck has hit for a fine batting average, but he has 13 strikeouts across 38 plate appearances. Neither he nor manager Warren Schaeffer is concerned, however, as Beck has primarily focused on fine-tuning his swing in batting practice while hitting off a Trajeckt Arc machine. Per Thomas Harding of MLB.com, Beck has focused more on his work in non-game action because he is assured of a starting position to begin the regular season. |
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Mickey Moniak Mickey Moniak Returns after bout with illness
Fri, Mar 13, 2026, 9:27 AM
Moniak (illness) is starting at designated hitter and batting third in Friday's Cactus League game versus the Rangers.
Analysis: Moniak was unavailable for a few days because he was under the weather, but he's feeling well enough to give it a go Friday. The 27-year-old has had an excellent spring for the Rockies, going 5-for-15 with two home runs, one stolen base and a 4:3 BB:K. Moniak is slated for regular work at least against right-handed pitching this season. |
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Mickey Moniak Mickey Moniak Scratched from lineup with illness
Tue, Mar 10, 2026, 12:07 PM
Moniak was scratched from Tuesday's Cactus League lineup versus the Reds due to illness.
Analysis: Consider Moniak day-to-day for the time being. Jake McCarthy shifted from left field to center field and Charlie Condon entered the lineup in left field to cover for Moniak's absence. |
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Sterlin Thompson Sterlin Thompson Sent to minor leagues
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 4:11 PM
The Rockies optioned Thompson to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, Patrick Lyons of JustBaseball.com reports.
Analysis: Thompson was added to Colorado's 40-man roster in November but won't make the Opening Day roster. The 24-year-old outfielder will return to Albuquerque, where he posted a .296/.392/.519 slash line with 18 homers and 12 steals in 120 games last year. |
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Luis Peralta Luis Peralta Misses out on roster spot
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 3:54 PM
Colorado optioned Peralta to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, Patrick Lyons of JustBaseball.com reports.
Analysis: The left-hander finished 2025 working in the majors but is set to open 2026 in the minor leagues. Peralta had a 9.47 ERA and 16:18 K:BB across 19 frames in the big leagues last year, and he wasn't much better at Triple-A with a 9.09 ERA. |
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Carson Palmquist Carson Palmquist Bound for Triple-A
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 3:37 PM
The Rockies optioned Palmquist (shin) to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, Patrick Lyons of JustBaseball.com reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old was a bit behind schedule early in camp due to a shin injury, but he returned to make a couple Cactus League last Sunday and Thursday. Palmquist struggled to an 8.91 ERA and 27:25 K:BB over nine appearances in his first taste of the majors last season. |
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Brenton Doyle Brenton Doyle Returning Saturday
Sat, Mar 7, 2026, 12:49 PM
Doyle (wrist) will start in center field and bat second in Saturday's Cactus League game against the Dodgers.
Analysis: Doyle hasn't appeared in a spring training game since Feb. 23 due to a sprained left wrist, but after consecutive days of hitting in the batting cage, he will make his return to a competitive setting. The 27-year-old outfielder had gone 3-for-5 with three RBI and two runs scored in two games before getting hurt. |
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Ryan Ritter Ryan Ritter Making case for utility role
Fri, Mar 6, 2026, 9:07 PM
Ritter is impressing the Rockies with his ability to play multiple positions and could earn a roster spot as a utility player, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Ritter appeared in 60 games in 2025 and split his time evenly between second base and shortstop. The Rockies' offseason additions of Willi Castro and Edouard Julien weaken Ritter's chances of sticking at second base regularly, but he's appeared at second base, third base, shortstop and left field this spring. In addition to that versatility, he's hitting .478 with four doubles and a home run across 23 at-bats. |
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Brenton Doyle Brenton Doyle Targeting Friday return
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 9:33 AM
Doyle (wrist) will hit in the batting cage for the second straight day Thursday and believes he can return to the lineup for Friday's Cactus League game versus the Athletics, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Doyle has participated in only two games this spring because of a left wrist sprain, with the last of those coming more than a week ago. He's made nice progress, though, and his return to the lineup appears imminent. Barring setbacks, Doyle appears poised to avoid the injured list and start the season on time. |
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Tyler Freeman Tyler Freeman Cleared for Cactus League debut
Thu, Mar 5, 2026, 8:32 AM
Freeman (back) is starting in right field and batting second in Thursday's Cactus League tilt against the Brewers.
Analysis: Freeman came to Rockies camp with a lower-back strain and is finally ready for game action after ramping up his activities. The 26-year-old is in line to fill a utility role in Colorado this season after slashing .281/.354/.361 with two home runs and 18 stolen bases in 2025. |
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Kyle Freeland Kyle Freeland Making exhibition start Wednesday
Mon, Mar 2, 2026, 12:17 PM
Freeland (back) will start Wednesday's exhibition game against Team USA, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: It will be the first game appearance this spring for Freeland, who has been slow-played while dealing with back spasms. The veteran lefty was cleared to start Wednesday following a couple bullpen sessions and he should have time to build up his stamina for Opening Day. |
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Edouard Julien Edouard Julien Back in action Sunday
Sun, Mar 1, 2026, 12:33 PM
Julien (back) will start at designated hitter and bat second in Sunday's Cactus League game against the Guardians.
Analysis: Julien hadn't played since Tuesday due to back tightness, but a few days off was apparently all he needed. The 26-year-old is competing for a strong-side platoon role at either first base or DH this spring. |
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Brenton Doyle Brenton Doyle MRI reveals sprain
Fri, Feb 27, 2026, 6:11 PM
Doyle was diagnosed with a sprained left wrist Friday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Doyle has been held out of Cactus League action since he was scratched from Wednesday's lineup with a wrist injury. Now that imaging has confirmed he suffered a sprain, the Rockies will keep him on the bench for a few more days before taking another look at him. |
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McCade Brown McCade Brown Cleared for mound work
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:37 AM
Brown (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Friday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Brown has been brought along slowly early on in Rockies camp due to right shoulder inflammation, but his recovery is coming along well. If things go well for the righty Friday, his Cactus League debut shouldn't be far off. Brown is likely ticketed for the Triple-A Albuquerque rotation to begin the 2026 campaign. |
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Kyle Freeland Kyle Freeland Could make spring debut next week
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:32 AM
Freeland (back) had a successful bullpen session Wednesday and could be ready for his Cactus League debut next week, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Freeland has been held back by mid-back spasms but seems to be on the mend. If the veteran left-hander is able to get into a game next week, he will have plenty of time to ramp up ahead of Opening Day. Freeland will likely draw the Opening Day start for the Rockies, if healthy. |
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Carson Palmquist Carson Palmquist Delayed by shin soreness
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:27 AM
Palmquist is a bit behind schedule after being hit on the shin by a line drive, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: Palmquist is expected to be fine, but the issue has slightly delayed his ramp-up. The left-hander tossed a scoreless inning in his Cactus League debut last week. He is in the mix for a spot in the Rockies' rotation, but Palmquist's best shot to make the team might be as a long reliever. |
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Edouard Julien Edouard Julien Nursing lower-back tightness
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:21 AM
Julien is dealing with lower-back tightness, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: It's not clear when Julien was injured, but he last played Tuesday. Consider him day-to-day for the time being. The left-handed-hitting Julien is competing for reps against right-handed pitching and looks to be among the favorites for starts at first base. |
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Brenton Doyle Brenton Doyle Awaiting imaging results on wrist
Thu, Feb 26, 2026, 11:02 AM
Doyle underwent imaging on his left wrist after the injury forced him to be scratched from Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Cubs, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.
Analysis: The Rockies had said previously that Doyle being scratched was precautionary, but him being sent for imaging suggests there's some level of concern. The results of the imaging are not in yet but might be available later Thursday. If Doyle is forced to miss time, the Rockies could shift Jake McCarthy over to center field. |
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