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Sterlin Thompson Sterlin Thompson On bench again
Tue, Jun 9, 2026, 3:50 PM
Thompson is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Cubs.
Analysis: Thompson will hit the bench for a third straight game, with two of his absences during that span coming against right-handed starting pitchers. Since being promoted from Triple-A Albuquerque on May 22, Thompson has gotten on base at a strong .364 clip, but he's hit for little power (.297 slugging percentage) over 15 games. The Rockies seem to be prioritizing Edouard Julien ahead of Thompson for the final spot in their lineup, so it wouldn't be surprising if Thompson were sent back to Albuquerque in the near future while his playing time continues to slip. |
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Jeff Criswell Jeff Criswell Recalled from Triple-A
Tue, Jun 9, 2026, 3:39 PM
The Rockies recalled Criswell from Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday.
Analysis: Criswell missed all of the 2025 season recovering from Tommy John surgery and has authored a 7.59 ERA in 10.2 innings with Albuquerque this season, though he has struck out 15. If the 27-year-old gets into a game, it will be his first appearance in the majors since 2024. |
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Keegan Thompson Keegan Thompson DFA'd by Rockies
Tue, Jun 9, 2026, 3:35 PM
The Rockies designated Thompson for assignment Tuesday.
Analysis: Thompson cleared waivers and remained in the organization after the Rockies booted him from the 40-man roster back in March, and he could stick around again. The righty has coughed up 11 runs over 12 innings out of the Colorado bullpen this season. |
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Tyler Freeman Tyler Freeman Goes on concussion injured list
Tue, Jun 9, 2026, 3:33 PM
The Rockies placed Freeman on the 7-day concussion injured list Tuesday.
Analysis: Freeman had to be removed from Saturday's game against the Brewers after being hit on the helmet by a 98-mph Jacob Misiorowski offering, and he wound up with a concussion as a result of the incident. As is the case with any concussion, there's an element of uncertainty as to how much time Freeman will miss. |
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Called up to majors
Tue, Jun 9, 2026, 3:27 PM
The Rockies selected Carrigg's contract from Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday.
Analysis: Carrigg earned his first big-league promotion after slashing .338/.414/.529 with six home runs, 30 stolen bases and a 27:39 BB:K over 57 games with Albuquerque. Those numbers are inflated by his home park and the friendly offensive environment of the Pacific Coast League, but Carrigg has real fantasy upside with some pop and plenty of speed. The 24-year-old is worthy of being picked up in fantasy leagues in hopes that the Rockies put him in the lineup regularly. |
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Jimmy Herget Jimmy Herget Kicking off rehab assignment
Tue, Jun 9, 2026, 11:49 AM
The Rockies sent Herget (shoulder) to Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday to begin a rehab assignment.
Analysis: Herget has been out for nearly a month with a right shoulder impingement, but he's been cleared to return to game action. The side-armer will likely require at least a couple rehab appearances before rejoining the Rockies' bullpen. Herger has posted a 5.06 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 17:4 K:BB in 16 innings this season. |
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Victor Vodnik Victor Vodnik Cleared for rehab assignment
Tue, Jun 9, 2026, 11:46 AM
Vodnik (elbow) was sent to Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday to begin a rehab assignment.
Analysis: Vodnik has recovered well after missing the past three weeks of action with right ulnar nerve inflammation. Since his absence has been relatively brief, the reliever should not require too many rehab appearances. Vodnik still leads the Rockies with four saves this season, but he allowed 14 runs over his last nine innings before going on the 15-day injured list, so the club will likely ease him back into high-leverage spots when he's ready to return. |
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Richie Martin Richie Martin Shipped to Colorado
Mon, Jun 8, 2026, 5:12 PM
The Rockies acquired Martin from the Rangers on Sunday in exchange for cash considerations.
Analysis: It's likely this is simply a move to give the Rockies some organizational infield depth. Martin has hit .234/.345/.362 with four homers and 12 steals at Triple-A Round Rock this season. He has not played at the major-league level since 2022. |
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Kyle Freeland Kyle Freeland Sets franchise milestone Sunday
Sun, Jun 7, 2026, 10:33 PM
Freeland took a no-decision Sunday against Milwaukee, surrendering three runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out two across five innings
Analysis: Freeland appeared on track for one of his better outings of the season after holding Milwaukee to just one run through five innings, but back-to-back hits to open the sixth inning ended his day. The inherited runner he left on base eventually came around to score as the Brewers erupted for seven runs in the frame. The outing was still a memorable one for the veteran left-hander, as he raised his career innings total to 1,313.1 to become the Rockies' all-time franchise leader in innings pitched. Unfortunately, the milestone comes amid a difficult season, as Freeland now owns a 7.81 ERA and 1.70 WHIP across 53 innings. A home start scheduled next against the Athletics offers little fantasy appeal at the moment, with both his command and ability to miss bats continuing to trend in the wrong direction. |
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TJ Shook TJ Shook Returns to minors
Sun, Jun 7, 2026, 12:00 PM
Colorado optioned Shook to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday.
Analysis: Shook joined the Rockies on June 1 and appeared in three games, allowing two runs while posting a 3:0 K:BB over 3.2 innings. He's headed back to the minors in favor of lefty reliever Sammy Peralta, who was called up from Albuquerque to take Shook's bullpen spot. |
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Sammy Peralta Sammy Peralta Back with big-league club
Sun, Jun 7, 2026, 11:58 AM
The Rockies recalled Peralta from Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday.
Analysis: Peralta had one appearance with Colorado earlier this season, allowing two runs over two-thirds of an inning against Texas on May 19. He'll now get another chance to show the team what he can do. Righty reliever TJ Shook was optioned to Albuquerque in a corresponding move. |
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Tyler Freeman Tyler Freeman Leaves game after HBP in helmet
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 10:05 PM
Freeman was removed from Saturday's game against the Brewers in the bottom of the sixth inning after he was hit by a pitch in the helmet, Kelsey Wingert-Linch of AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain reports.
Analysis: Freeman was hit in the side of the helmet with a 98 mph cutter from Jacob Misiorowski, who was visibly upset that the pitch got away from him. Freeman was able to walk off the field under his own power. Prior to leaving, he was 0-for-2 at the plate with the hit-by-pitch. Sterlin Thompson came on to pinch-run for Freeman. |
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Willi Castro Willi Castro Sitting Saturday
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 2:40 PM
Castro is not in the Rockies' starting lineup against the Brewers on Saturday.
Analysis: Castro will take a seat after going 1-for-3 with a double, a walk and a run scored in Friday's series opener. Edouard Julien and Kyle Karros will start at second and third base, respectively, in Saturday's contest. |
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Jake McCarthy Jake McCarthy Swipes 11th bag
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 8:28 AM
McCarthy went 2-for-6 with a double, a run scored and a stolen base Friday against the Brewers.
Analysis: McCarthy accounted for most of his damage in the first inning, when he hit a leadoff double, stole third base and came around to score. He continues to deliver impressive production, maintaining a .284 average with two homers, 10 RBI and 13 runs scored across his last 20 games. McCarthy also has four stolen bases in that span and 11 for the season. |
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Sterlin Thompson Sterlin Thompson Three hits in loss
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 8:20 AM
Thompson went 3-for-5 with two RBI on Friday against the Brewers.
Analysis: Thompson has picked things up at the plate across his last four games, with Friday marking the first three-hit game of his career. In that four-game span -- three of which were on the road -- Thompson has gone 6-for-16 with three RBI, three runs scored and three walks. He's also been in the lineup in five of Colorado's last six games between left field and DH and is occupying a strong-side platoon role. |
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Juan Mejia Juan Mejia Tough outings piling up
Sat, Jun 6, 2026, 8:14 AM
Mejia (1-5) allowed four runs (three earned) on three hits and two walks while walking two across one-third of an inning to take the loss Friday against the Brewers.
Analysis: Mejia entered the game in the 10th inning with the score tied at 5-5, and he struck out the first batter he faced. However, he allowed the next five batters to reach base before being pulled in favor of Seth Halvorsen. Mejia is in the high-leverage mix for the Rockies, but the team hasn't converted a save since May 18 and Mejia has allowed multiple earned runs in four of his last five appearances. |
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Antonio Senzatela Antonio Senzatela Blows save Friday
Fri, Jun 5, 2026, 11:21 PM
Senzatela blew the save in Friday's 9-7 extra-inning loss to the Brewers, allowing four runs (three earned) on four hits and no walks with four strikeouts over 1.2 innings.
Analysis: Senzatela was aiming for a two-inning save after striking out the side in the eighth, but he unraveled for four runs in the ninth and departed with a 5-3 deficit. The 31-year-old entered June with a case for the Rockies' closer role, but he's now been charged with blown saves in back-to-back appearances to open the month. For the year, he still owns an impressive 1.98 ERA, 0.96 WHIP and 30:10 K:BB across 36.1 innings while tallying three saves and two holds. |
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Ryan Feltner Ryan Feltner Goes six strong in no-decision
Fri, Jun 5, 2026, 11:13 PM
Feltner did not factor into the decision in Friday's 9-7 extra-inning loss to the Brewers, allowing one run on one hit and two walks with four strikeouts over six innings.
Analysis: Feltner allowed a run in the second inning but otherwise kept a dangerous Brewers lineup in check, throwing 51 of 81 pitches for strikes while generating eight whiffs. The outing gave the 29-year-old back-to-back quality starts since returning from the injured list Saturday, both of which have come at Coors Field. He owns a 4.22 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 23:10 K:BB across 32 innings this season and lines up for another home matchup against the Cubs next week. |
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Zach Agnos Zach Agnos Back in majors
Fri, Jun 5, 2026, 7:41 PM
The Rockies recalled Agnos from Triple-A Albuquerque on Friday.
Analysis: Agnos will rejoin the big-league roster to provide extra bullpen depth as Tanner Gordon (hip) moves to the injured list. Agnos has performed poorly in the majors this season, accumulating a 7.78 ERA and 1.57 WHIP through 37 innings. |
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Tanner Gordon Tanner Gordon Placed on IL
Fri, Jun 5, 2026, 7:38 PM
The Rockies placed Gordon on the 15-day injured list Friday, retroactive to Tuesday, with a right hip impingement.
Analysis: Gordon gave up four earned runs in just three innings during his last start Sunday, and he'll now have to wait until at least mid-June for his next chance to redeem himself. It's unclear who will fill Gordon's place in the rotation, which is scheduled to come up Saturday, but the Rockies will recall Zach Agnos from Triple-A Albuquerque to provide additional bullpen depth during Friday's game against the Brewers. |
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