Colorado Rockies
NL West
The Rockies optioned Sean Bouchard to Triple-A Albuquerque. (Source: Thomas Harding on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Bouchard struggled a bit in camp this year compared to what he showcased in Colorado last season. He'll likely be the first outfielder called up for the Rockies this season.
Category: Transactions
Ezequiel Tovar and the Colorado Rockies agree to a 7-year, $63.5 million contract extension. (Source: Daniel Alvarez-Montes on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Tovar was unimpressive during his rookie season batting .253 with 15 homers and 11 steals in 153 games. The 22-year-old has plenty of time to improve but needs to take a step forward with his plate discipline and contact skills to take advantage of playing in Coors Field.
Category: Transactions
Nolan Jones left Saturday's game early after fouling a pitch off his knee but is expected to be ready in a few days. (Source: Thomas Harding on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Jones appears to have dodged a bullet after needing help off the field on Saturday. He did not get an X-ray and is expected to be ready by Opening Day. He's looking forward to a strong sophomore season after slashing .297/.389/.542 with 20 homers and 20 steals last season.
Category: Injury Updates
German Marquez is scheduled to throw a bullpen session this week. (Source: Jon Morosi on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: It will be the first bullpen session for Marquez since undergoing Tommy John surgery. He is on track to return at some point in the middle of the season.
Category: Injury Updates
The Rockies placed Antonio Senzatela on the 60-day injured list. (Source: Thomas Harding on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: This is the corresponding move to Colorado claiming Sam Hilliard off waivers. Senzatela is expected to miss most of the season after undergoing Tommy John surgery last July.
Category: Injury Updates
Jalen Beeks reportedly could have a "key role" as a top lefty out of the bullpen for the Colorado Rockies. (Source: MLB.com)
Fantasy Impact: Beeks was claimed off waivers by the Rockies from the Rays this offseason. He is expected to take over the role Brent Suter held last season for the Rockies as a top lefty out of the bullpen. After a dominant 2022 campaign, Beeks will be looking to bounce back after a rough season last year. “We’ve worked a little bit on foot placement -- I was over-turning, and we fixed that with my back foot and drive leg,” Beeks said. “Even today, I was a little off, pulling that ball while walking Mookie, but I felt really good and behind the ball, and we made that adjustment just two days ago. By the end of the week, I’m going to be feeling really confident.”
Charlie Blackmon is expected to serve as the Rockies primary designated hitter this season. (Source: Denver Post)
Fantasy Impact: Blackmon had been starting in the outfield in previous seasons, but it appears that'll change this year. He'll likely see some starts in right field, but Colorado will try to help keep him healthy by starting him mostly at DH.
Cal Quantrill has added a splitter to his pitch arsenal this offseason. (Source: Denver Post)
Fantasy Impact: Quantrill will now be pitching in the most hitter friendly ball park in the MLB in Colorado. The splitter could potentially help him, but it'll be difficult for him to be fantasy relevant.
The Rockies signed Matt Carasiti on a minor league deal with an invite to Spring Training. (Source: Rockies Club Information on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Carasiti made his MLB debut with Colorado back in 2016. He appeared in 16 games last season with the Rockies, and he'll look to earn a spot again in the bullpen out of Spring Training.
Category: Transactions
Rockies reliever Daniel Bard will miss the next 5-7 weeks following surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his knee. (Source: Patrick Lyons on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: It was announced on Tuesday that Bard would miss spring training due to a knee injury and the nature and timetable of the issue has become clear. The right-hander tossed a dynamite 1.79 ERA with 34 saves in 2022 but regressed to a 4.56 ERA with just one save and an unsightly 21.1% BB% across 57 appearances in 2023.
Category: Injury Updates
Kris Bryant is reportedly penciled in as the Rockies' starting first baseman this season. (Source: DenverPost.com)
Fantasy Impact: Bryant is also expected to see some at-bats as designated hitter as well. He has dealt with numerous injuries the past couple of seasons since signing with Colorado. He'll look to stay healthy this year where he could be a decent buy-low target late in fantasy drafts.
The Rockies have signed reliever John Curtiss to a minor league deal and invited him to big league camp at Spring Training. (Source: Steve Adams on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Curtiss appeared in 15 games last season after recovering from Tommy John surgery. He'll compete for a middle-innings role in the Rockies bullpen.
Category: Transactions
Fri, Jan 12th 12:00am EST
By Ari Koslow
Austin Gomber signed a one-year deal worth $3.15 million with the Rockies to avoid arbitration. (Source: Thomas Harding on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Gomber should remain at the end of the starting rotation for Colorado. He is off the fantasy radar.
Category: Transactions
Thu, Jan 11th 6:34pm EST
By Ari Koslow
Peter Lambert signed a one-year deal worth $1.25 million with the Rockies to avoid arbitration. (Source: Thomas Harding on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Lambert posted a 5.36 ERA last season as a starter for Colorado. He'll look to compete in Spring Training for a spot at the end of the Rockies starting rotation.
Category: Transactions
Thu, Jan 11th 6:31pm EST
By Ari Koslow
Brendan Rodgers signed a one-year deal worth $3.2 million with the Rockies to avoid arbitration. (Source: Thomas Harding on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Rodgers was limited to just 46 games last season, posting a .258 average with four home runs. He should play in a full season this year where he'll look to remain a strong contributor in the middle of the Rockies lineup.
Category: Transactions
Wed, Sep 27th 5:04am EDT
By Matthew Terelle
Elehuris Montero had a solid performance in Tuesday's game against the Dodgers, going 2-for-3 at the plate with a home run and one RBI.
Fantasy Impact: Despite his efforts, the Rockies fell to the Dodgers by a score of 11-2. Montero's season-long stats show a decent batting average of .243 with 35 RBI and eight home runs in 79 games played. While his strikeout rate remains high, Montero has shown some power potential and could be a valuable asset in deep fantasy leagues. However, his lack of stolen bases and low walk rate limit his overall fantasy value.
Category: Game Recaps
Wed, Sep 27th 5:02am EDT
By Matthew Terelle
Ryan Feltner had a rough outing against the Dodgers on Tuesday, allowing five earned runs on six hits and one walk over just three innings pitched.
Fantasy Impact: With no strikeouts and a loss, Feltner's fantasy value takes a hit as his season stats now include a 5.82 ERA and a 1.68 WHIP. Although he has shown flashes of potential with a 7.9 K/9, his inconsistent performances make it difficult to trust him moving forward. Fantasy managers may want to consider benching Feltner until he can string together some more solid outings.
Category: Game Recaps
Noah Davis had another rough outing on Friday, allowing three earned runs over five innings pitched against the Cubs.
Fantasy Impact: With this performance, Davis now has a disappointing 8.77 ERA and a 1.91 WHIP for the season. Despite his 7.71 K/9, his 5.67 FIP and 1.69 strikeout-to-walk ratio indicate that his struggles may continue. Additionally, his .378 BABIP suggests that he has been unlucky, but his overall performance leaves much to be desired. Fantasy managers should be cautious about relying on Davis moving forward.
Category: Game Recaps
Sat, Sep 16th 8:32am EDT
By Jesse Garcia
In a stellar performance against the Giants, Chase Anderson showcased his potential as a fantasy asset, tossing 7 hitless innings while racking up 7 strikeouts.
Fantasy Impact: Despite issuing 5 walks, Anderson's ability to keep the Giants off the board and contribute to a 3-2 Rockies victory is a positive sign for his fantasy outlook. Prior to this game, Anderson had struggled with a 6.00 ERA and a 1.45 WHIP over 15 starts, but this outing could be a turning point for him going forward. With an improved strikeout rate of 6.8 K/9 and a 1.97 strikeout-to-walk ratio, Anderson has the potential to provide value in fantasy leagues if he can build on this impressive performance.
Category: Game Recaps
The Colorado Rockies have outrighted shortstop Cole Tucker to Triple-A Albuquerque. (Source: MLB.com)
Fantasy Impact: Tucker was recently designated for assignment but will remain in the Rockies organization at the Triple-A level. He has made just 10 trips to the plate with the Rockies this season, going 4-for-8 with a walk and a hit-by-pitch in that time.
Category: Transactions