Colorado Rockies
NL West
The Rockies and Justin Lawrence avoided arbitration, agreeing to a one-year, $975,000 contract.
Fantasy Impact: Lawrence should continue to hold a role a middle relief role in the Rockies bullpen.
Category: Transactions
The Rockies signed Diego Castillo to a minor league deal.
Fantasy Impact: The deal also includes an invite to spring training. Castillo made seven appearances with the Twins last season. He will compete for a depth spot in the Rockies bullpen.
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The Rays signed Coco Montes to a minor league deal. (Source: Marc Topkin on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Montes had been in the Rockies organization. before playing in Japan last season. He'll add infield depth for the Rays organization.
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The Rockies signed Jefry Yan to a minor-league deal.
Fantasy Impact: Yan pitched in both Japan and in the Dominican Winter League last season. He'll add organizational depth in the bullpen for Colorado.
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Rockies manager Bud Black said that he plans to have Brenton Doyle bat leadoff next season. (Source: DNVR Rockies on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Doyle will take over the leadoff spot for Colorado from Charlie Blackmon who announced his retirement. Doyle doesn't profile to be as much of a contact hitter, but he did hit 23 home runs and steal 30 bases last season.
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The Rockies and Kyle Farmer have agreed to a one-year contract. (Source: Robert Murray on Twitter )
Fantasy Impact: Farmer spent the 2024 season with the Twins, posting a .214 average, with five home runs, and 25 RBI in 107 games. The veteran will likely serve as a utility player for the Rockies in 2025.
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The Rockies have non-tendered Cal Quantrill. (Source: Rockies Club Information on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Quantrill posted a 4.98 ERA and a 1.52 WHIP in 29 games with the Rockies last season. The 29-year-old should draw some interest in teams in need of rotation depth.
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The Rockies non-tendered Brendan Rodgers. (Source: Rockies Club Information on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Rodgers not getting a contract offered is a bit of a surprise considering the playing time he saw in 2024. He will head to the free agent market, with Aaron Schunk likely taking over at second base for Colorado in 2025.
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The Rockies and Sam Hilliard have agreed to a one-year, $1M deal to avoid arbitration. (Source: Mark Feinsand on Twitter )
Fantasy Impact: Hilliard played well over 58 games with the Rockies, posting a .239 average, with 10 home runs, and 27 RBI. He will likely compete for a starting spot in the Colorado outfield.
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The Rockies and Lucas Gilbreath have agreed to a one-year, $785,000 contract to avoid arbitration. (Source: Mark Feinsand on Twitter )
Fantasy Impact: Gilbreath was limited in 2024 due to multiple injuries. He should be ready for spring training and will likely compete for a middle relief spot in the Rockies' bullpen.
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Jacob Stallings and the Rockies have agreed to a one-year contract. (Source: Rockies Club Information on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The deal includes a mutual option for the 2026 season. Stallings is expected to serve as the backup catcher behind Drew Romo to open the 2025 season.
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The Rockies re-signed Julio Carreras on a minor league deal.
Fantasy Impact: Carreras will once again hold a depth role in the minor leagues for Colorado.
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Antonio Senzatela had a rough outing, allowing six earned runs on six hits and four walks while striking out three over 4 1/3 innings in Saturday's 13-2 loss to the Dodgers.
Fantasy Impact: This performance further inflates his already bloated ERA to 6.57 and WHIP to 1.86 for the season. With a low strikeout rate of 5.1 per nine innings and a high FIP of 7.23, Senzatela's fantasy value remains minimal. His inability to control the strike zone, evidenced by a poor 0.88 strikeout-to-walk ratio, makes him a risky play in all fantasy formats. Owners should consider other options unless he shows significant improvement.
Category: Game Recaps
Ezequiel Tovar went 3-for-4 with a home run and an RBI in the Rockies' 13-2 defeat to the Dodgers.
Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's rough outing, Tovar's performance was a bright spot, showcasing his ability to contribute power and contact. His season totals, including a .270 average and 26 home runs, reflect a solid campaign, particularly for a shortstop. Tovar's consistent hitting and occasional power make him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, though his high strikeout rate and low walk rate highlight areas for potential improvement. His performance in this game, however, reinforces his status as a reliable option at shortstop in most fantasy formats.
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Nolan Jones went 2-for-4 with two RBI in the Rockies' 11-4 defeat to the Dodgers.
Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's struggles, Jones managed to contribute a pair of singles, driving in two runs. This performance, albeit in a losing effort, could offer a slight positive note for fantasy managers in leagues where RBI and hits are valued. However, his season-long batting average of .221 and high strikeout rate continue to limit his appeal in most fantasy formats. Given these metrics, Jones remains a risky play, primarily useful in deeper leagues or as a situational pick against favorable pitching matchups. His ability to occasionally drive in runs does not offset the overall drag his batting average and strikeouts could have on fantasy rosters.
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Charlie Blackmon went 1-for-3 with a home run in the Rockies' 10-8 victory over the Cardinals.
Fantasy Impact: He drove in three runs and scored three times, also drawing a walk. This performance, highlighted by his 12th homer of the season, provides a much-needed boost to his .255 batting average and increases his RBI total to 52. Blackmon's ability to contribute significantly in runs scored and occasional power makes him a viable fantasy option, especially in deeper leagues. His consistent playing time and spot in a potent Rockies lineup should keep him relevant, despite a batting average that might not jump off the page.
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Seth Halvorsen secured his second save of the season, allowing one hit and striking out one in a scoreless inning as the Rockies edged out the Cardinals 10-8.
Fantasy Impact: This performance underscores his growing reliability in high-pressure situations, despite a season marred by a high FIP which suggests some underlying struggles. With a solid ERA of 1.69 and a WHIP of 0.94, Halvorsen is carving out a niche, though his moderate K/9 rate of 8.4 might limit his upside in strikeout-heavy fantasy formats. Fantasy managers should view him as a situational pick rather than a staple, given the volatility his FIP hints at.
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Kyle Freeland struggled through 4.1 innings, allowing four earned runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out four in Thursday's 10-8 victory over the Cardinals.
Fantasy Impact: Despite the Rockies pulling off a win, Freeland's outing was less than stellar, continuing a trend reflected in his elevated 5.08 season ERA and 1.39 WHIP. His performance this season, characterized by a modest 6.8 K/9 and a high 4.91 FIP, suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining fantasy relevance. Given these metrics, fantasy managers should view Freeland as a risky play, primarily in favorable matchups or as a streaming option, rather than a staple in their rotation.
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Austin Gomber struggled in Wednesday's 5-2 defeat against the Cardinals, allowing four earned runs on seven hits with no walks and three strikeouts over five innings.
Fantasy Impact: This performance adds to a season that has been less than stellar for Gomber, who now sports a 4.75 ERA and a 1.31 WHIP through 31 starts. His inability to suppress runs effectively, coupled with a modest strikeout rate of 6.3 K/9, continues to limit his fantasy appeal. Given these metrics and his trend of high earned runs, Gomber remains a risky play in most fantasy formats, particularly in leagues that heavily penalize for ERA and WHIP.
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Jordan Beck is out of the starting lineup for the Rockies Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact: Beck will head to the bench with a right-hander on the mound for the Cardinals. Nolan Jones will cover left field and bat eighth.