The Rockies have acquired outfielder Jake McCarthy from the Diamondbacks in exchange for right-handed pitching prospect Josh Grosz. Both teams have officially announced the trade. Selected 39th overall by the D’Backs in the 2018 draft, McCarthy’s tenure in Arizona has been marked by trade rumors and flashes of potential. McCarthy’s first full MLB season in 2022 saw him finish … [Read more...] about Rockies Acquire Jake McCarthy From Diamondbacks
Rockies Claim Keegan Thompson
The Rockies have claimed right-hander Keegan Thompson off waivers from the Reds, according to announcements from both clubs. Cincinnati had designated him for assignment last month. Colorado’s 40-man roster count climbs from 38 to 39. DFA limbo is normally capped at one week but there are exceptions around the holidays, so Thompson was out there for almost two weeks. Thompson, … [Read more...] about Rockies Claim Keegan Thompson
Rockies To Sign Michael Lorenzen
The Rockies are in agreement with Michael Lorenzen on a one-year, $8MM contract, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN. The deal includes a $9MM club option for the 2027 season. Colorado has an available 40-man roster spot and will finalize the deal once Lorenzen passes a physical. He’s represented by CAA Sports. It’s the first MLB signing of the winter for Colorado, meaning it is also … [Read more...] about Rockies To Sign Michael Lorenzen
Rockies Interested In Veteran Rotation Additions
The Rockies are looking for a few veterans to eat innings in their rotation, general manager Josh Byrnes tells Thomas Harding of MLB.com. “We’ve played out scenarios where we would attempt to bring in two guys who can stabilize that area — who can not only pitch well but know how to give us some bulk innings, which any team needs,” Byrnes said. “That’s probably how we’re trying … [Read more...] about Rockies Interested In Veteran Rotation Additions
The Rockies’ Outfield Trade Possibilities
The Rockies have yet to make any significant moves since Paul DePodesta assumed control of baseball operations two months ago. They’re one of two teams that has yet to sign a free agent to a major league deal. Unlike the Red Sox (the other team for which that’s the case), Colorado hasn’t done much via trade either. Their only moves on the trade front were to acquire lefty … [Read more...] about The Rockies’ Outfield Trade Possibilities