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Ryan McMahon Goes Deep In Lopsided Loss
Colorado Rockies' third baseman Ryan McMahon went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run and two strikeouts in an 11-5 loss to the Reds on Friday. McMahon blasted his 14th long ball of the season, a three-run shot, off of Tyler Mahle in the top of the sixth inning. It cut into Cincinnati's lead but the […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoKyle Freeland Destroyed By The Reds On Friday
Colorado Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland was demolished on Friday when he surrendered nine runs (eight earned) on eight hits with one walk and two strikeouts over four innings in an 11-5 loss to the Cincinnati Reds. The ball was flying in the launching pad known as Great American Ball Park on Friday as Freeland served […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoTrevor Story Goes 1-For-3 In Return On Thursday
Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story went 1-for-3 with a single, a run scored, a walk, and a strikeout in an 11-4 loss to the Miami Marlins on Thursday. Story had been out since May 27 with elbow inflammation so it was nice to see him back in the lineup. Unfortunately for the Rockies, it didn't […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoBrendan Rodgers Homers In Loss To Miami
Colorado Rockies' second baseman Brendan Rodgers went 2-for-2 with a solo home run and two RBI in an 11-4 loss to the Marlins on Thursday. Rodgers didn't start in this ball game but made his way into the lineup in the top of the seventh with the Rockies trailing 11-0. He took Marlins starter Trevor […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoChi Chi Gonzalez Surrenders Eight Runs In Lopsided Loss
Colorado Rockies right-hander Chi Chi Gonzalez was destroyed in Thursday's 11-4 loss to the Miami Marlins. The 29-year-old hurler surrendered eight runs on 11 hits with six strikeouts and one walk across five innings. Gonzalez was making a spot start for the injured Jon Gray and it did not go well, at all. Adam Duvall, […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoJon Gray Plays Catch From 90-100 Feet On Thursday
Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jon Gray (forearm) played catch from 90-100 feet on Thursday in Miami, according to manager Bud Black. Gray is currently with the team on their road trip despite being on the injured list. Black added that his throwing program will increase in intensity once the team wraps up their series with […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoRaimel Tapia Collects A Pair Of Doubles In Win
Colorado Rockies outfielder Raimel Tapia went 3-for-5 with two double and two runs scored in a 4-3 win over the Miami Marlins on Wednesday. Tapia did his thing on Wednesday, picking up his 11th and 12th doubles of the season while scoring two crucial runs for Colorado. After scuffling at the plate in the second […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoDaniel Bard Earns Eighth Save Of The Year
Colorado Rockies right-hander Daniel Bard picked up this eighth save of the year on Wednesday when he surrendered one hit, issued one walk, hit a batter, and struck out one over one inning in a 4-3 win over the Marlins. Bard did not make this one easy but he was able to get the job […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoAustin Gomber Picks Up Another Win On Wednesday
Colorado Rockies left-hander Austin Gomber earned the win on Wednesday when he allowed just one earned run on five hits with five strikeouts over five innings in a 4-3 win over the Miami Marlins. Gomber was sharp on Wednesday, scattering just five hits with five strikeouts over his five innings of work. The only run […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoConnor Joe Recalled From Triple-A
Colorado Rockies' first baseman Connor Joe has been recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque after Matt Adams (elbow) was placed on the injured list on Tuesday. Joe will serve as a reserve first baseman and provide some depth in the outfield for Colorado. He slashed .233/.365/.279 with four RBI across 43 at-bats earlier this season. He doesn't […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoMatt Adams Officially Placed On The Injured List
Colorado Rockies' first baseman Matt Adams (elbow) has officially been placed on the injured list. Adams took two at-bats on Tuesday before injuring his right elbow and exiting early from the Rockies' 6-2 loss to the Marlins. The team anticipated that he would require a stint on the injured list and he currently has no […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoMatt Adams A Candidate For The IL
Colorado Rockies' first baseman Matt Adams is likely heading to the injured list after injuring his right elbow during Tuesday's 6-2 loss to the Miami Marlins. Adams saw two at-bats before being removed from the game on Tuesday. Nick Groke of The Athletic stated that Adams was getting his right elbow checked out by the […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoCharlie Blackmon Reaches Three Times On Tuesday
Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk, and a run scored in a 6-2 loss to the Miami Marlins on Tuesday. Blackmon was the only batter to collect multiple hits and draw a free pass as Pablo Lopez was dealing for the Marlins. He was able to score on a […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoAntonio Senzatela Takes Sixth Loss Of The Year
Colorado Rockies right-hander Antonio Senzatela took his sixth loss of the year on Tuesday when he surrendered four runs on nine hits with one walk and eight strikeouts in a 6-2 loss to the Marlins. Senzatela pitched better than the box score would indicate against the pesky Marlins. He did scatter nine hits but punched […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoTop Hitter Streamers and Starts for Week 11
Welcome to the top hitter streamers column for Week 11 of the MLB season (6/7 through 6/13). This weekly piece should be helpful for anyone looking to gain an edge in their league. If you need a fill-in for an injured player or want to exploit some plus matchups to gain an edge on your […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoDaniel Bard Works A Six Out Save
Colorado Rockies right-hander Daniel Bard picked up the save on Sunday when he worked two scoreless innings while giving up two hits and striking out two in a 3-1 win over the Oakland A's. Bard came entered in the eighth inning with the Rockies clinging to a one-run lead. He allowed a leadoff single to […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoDom Nunez Doubles And Knocks In A Run
Colorado Rockies catcher Dom Nunez went 1-for-2 with a double, an RBI, a run scored, and a walk in a 3-1 win over the A's on Sunday. Nunez hit his sixth double of the season off of James Kaprielian in the third inning and came around to score via a Raimel Tapia single. He picked […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoGerman Marquez Pitches Well In Sunday's Win
Colorado Rockies right-hander German Marquez earned the win on Sunday when he surrendered one run on four hits with a walk and six strikeouts across six innings in a 3-1 win over the Oakland Athletics. Marquez once again put up another sharp outing on Sunday. He didn't allow a run to come across the plate […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoBilly Hamilton Placed On The Injured List
Chicago White Sox outfielder Billy Hamilton has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right oblique strain. Hamilton left Saturday's game against the Detroit Tigers early with "right side soreness." Manager Tony La Russa told reporters that he thought was an oblique strain and he was correct. Oblique issues can take a long […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoCavan Biggio Begins Rehab Assignment On Sunday
Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Cavan Biggio (neck) is beginning his rehab assignment with the Triple-A Buffalo Bisons on Sunday. He's batting second for the Bisons in their game against Syracuse. It's a step in the right direction for Biggio who was previously unable to play due to a sprained cervical spine ligament. He's gotten […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoJarred Kelenic Getting A Breather On Sunday
Seattle Mariners outfielder Jarred Kelenic is getting the day off on Sunday against Patrick Sandoval and the Los Angeles Angels. Kelenic is hitless over his last 10 games (0-for-37) so this is a much-needed day of mental rest for the rookie. He's yet to live up to the hype but it's not uncommon for rookies […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoThairo Estrada Recalled From Triple-A Sacramento
San Francisco Giants second baseman Thairo Estrada has been recalled from Triple-A Sacramento after third baseman Evan Longoria was placed on the 10-day injured list with a shoulder strain. Estrada has been crushing the ball in the minors so far this season, slashing .381/.435/.629 with six home runs, 21 RBI, and four stolen bases. He's […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoEvan Longoria Placed On The 10-Day IL
San Francisco Giants' third baseman Evan Longoria has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left shoulder strain. Longoria slammed into Brandon Crawford during Saturday's game as both players were going after an Anthony Rizzo soft hit ground ball. Crawford was able to stay in the game but Longo took the brunt of […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoDanny Jansen Exits Sunday's Game Early
Toronto Blue Jays catcher Danny Jansen has left Sunday's game against the Houston Astros early. Reese McGuire has replaced him behind the plate to start the fourth inning. It's unclear if Jansen sustained an injury or left the game for another reason. He was 1-for-1 with a double before leaving the contest. The Blue Jays […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoAustin Voth Exits Early After HBP
Washington Nationals right-hander Austin Voth exited Sunday's game early after being hit in the face by Vince Velasquez while attempting to bunt. Voth was taking Stephen Strasburg's spot in the rotation after the latter was placed on the injured list with a neck strain. Velasquez was wild in this outing as he hit Victor Robles […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoBrandon Crawford Getting The Day Off
San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford is getting the day off on Sunday against Kyle Hendricks and the Chicago Cubs. It makes sense that Crawford should get the day off following Saturday's scary incident when he crashed into Evan Longoria in the infield while both players were going after an Anthony Rizzo grounder. Longoria took […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoEvan Longoria Not In The Lineup On Sunday
San Francisco Giants' third baseman Evan Longoria is absent from the lineup on Sunday against Kyle Hendricks and the Chicago Cubs. Longo and Brandon Crawford had a scary collision in Saturday's game while both players were going after an Anthony Rizzo infield squibber. Manager Gabe Kapler told reporters following the game that Longoria was dealing […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoGarrett Hampson Not In The Lineup On Sunday
Colorado Rockies' second baseman/outfielder Garrett Hampson is absent from the lineup for Sunday's game vs. the Oakland Athletics. Yonathan Daza is starting in center field while Ryan McMahon is at second base against right-hander James Kaprielian. Hampson had started the last four games but has now been absent from the lineup three times over the […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoJorge Soler Getting The Day Off On Sunday
Kansas City Royals outfielder Jorge Soler is getting the day off on Sunday against Bailey Ober and the Minnesota Twins. Soler has played three games in a row after missing three straight with a groin strain. This appears to just be a maintenance day for the struggling slugger, who could be available as a pinch-hitter. […]
Jon Mathisen 3 years agoNelson Cruz Absent From The Lineup On Sunday
Minnesota Twins designated hitter Nelson Cruz is absent from the lineup on Sunday against the Kansas City Royals. This looks to just be a routine day off for the veteran slugger. Jorge Polanco is batting as the DH on Sunday and leading off. Cruz is slashing .260/.355/.503 with 10 home runs and 25 RBI across […]
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