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Gabriel Hughes to Kick Off Second Half for Rockies on Friday
Colorado Rockies right-handed pitching prospect Gabriel Hughes will start the first game of the second half of the season for the Rockies on Friday night against the Cincinnati Reds, according to Thomas Harding of MLB.com. The 24-year-old former 10th overall pick in 2022 out of Gonzaga University has looked good so far in his first two major-league appearances (one start), allowing three earned runs on six hits while walking three and striking out eight in nine innings pitched. In his first MLB start in a tough matchup against the division-rival Los Angeles Dodgers, Hughes struck out seven and allowed three runs in six innings of work. The strong showing from the team's No. 16 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, has earned him at least one more start to open the second half in Colorado's starting rotation. Fantasy managers looking for streamers should probably stay away from the young hurler against Cincy at hitter-friendly Coors Field. In the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League with Triple-A Albuquerque before his call-up, Hughes had a 5.31 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, and 48:11 K:BB in 40 2/3 innings over nine outings (seven starts) for the Isotopes.
Source: MLB.com - Thomas Harding
Source: MLB.com - Thomas Harding
Tomoyuki Sugano Out on Saturday with Back Spasms
Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Tomoyuki Sugano will have his scheduled start on Saturday scratched due to back spasms. The severity of the issue is unknown, and it remains unclear whether he will pitch again before the All-Star Break. It has not been an easy stretch as of late for the 36-year-old, who struggled through his last start on June 26 while dealing with a finger injury. He appears to have fully recovered from the ailment on his finger, but now he faces yet another setback that will keep him out of Saturday's contest. In his place, Sean Sullivan has been recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque and will start for the Rockies on Saturday.
Source: Rockies Club Information
Source: Rockies Club Information
Rockies Call Up Gabriel Hughes, Worth a Look in Deep Leagues?
The Colorado Rockies are calling up right-handed pitching prospect Gabriel Hughes from Triple-A Albuquerque on Wednesday in a surprising move, according to Thomas Harding of MLB.com. The Rockies' top pick in 2022 and their No. 16 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, has allowed zero runs and only four hits while walking five and striking out 16 in 15 2/3 innings in three starts since rejoining the Isotopes' starting rotation following a left-oblique injury. The 24-year-old is 2-1 overall with a 5.31 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, and 48:11 K:BB in 40 2/3 innings over nine outings (seven starts) at Triple-A this year. The 6-foot-4, 238-pounder out of Gonzaga University had Tommy John surgery in 2023 and also dealt with a shoulder injury last year, but his stuff is starting to come back now that he's healthy again. Hughes doesn't overpower hitters, but his ground-ball tendencies and solid offspeed stuff could play well at hitter-friendly Coors Field. At least initially, Hughes is expected to pitch out of the bullpen, so fantasy managers in single-year leagues can likely hold off for now.
Source: MLB.com - Thomas Harding
Source: MLB.com - Thomas Harding
Chase Dollander Undergoes Internal-Brace Surgery on Monday
Colorado Rockies right-hander Chase Dollander (elbow) underwent internal brace surgery on Monday, per Kevin Henry of The Denver Gazette. Dollander was able to avoid Tommy John Surgery, which would have been the worst-case scenario for his return timeline. Still, the 24-year-old will miss the remainder of the 2026 season and likely a significant chunk of 2027. Dollander made some encouraging strides this year before getting injured, recording a 3-3 record with a 3.89 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, and 47 strikeouts across 44 innings (10 appearances). The Rockies utilized Dollander largely in a bulk relief role out of the bullpen, but he went at least five innings in five out of his 10 outings and at least four innings in eight out of 10. The former top prospect averaged 99 miles per hour on his fastball and posted a solid 24.9% strikeout rate. Dollander now faces a long road back to a big-league mound, but he remains worth holding in dynasty formats.
Source: The Denver Gazette - Kevin Henry
Source: The Denver Gazette - Kevin Henry
Rockies to Promote Prospect Eiberson Castellano, Worth a Pickup?
Colorado Rockies pitcher Eiberson Castellano has been called up to the big leagues on Saturday. The 25-year-old is set to make his MLB debut after pitching well in the minor leagues. This season, Castellano owns a 2.44 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, and a 60:29 K:BB ratio across 11 appearances (10 starts) between Double-A and Triple-A. The expectation is that Castellano will work in a long relief role with Jeff Criswell being optioned to the minors. Castellano has worked as both a reliever and a starting pitcher during his time in the minors. He likely won't have fantasy value out of the bullpen, but he could be a deep league option if he sticks in the rotation.
Source: Milb Central
Source: Milb Central
Chase Dollander Likely Headed for UCL Surgery
Colorado Rockies pitcher Chase Dollander (elbow) was recently transferred to the 60-day Injured List and might have thrown his last pitch this season. Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer confirmed on Friday that Dollander is likely heading for surgery to repair his UCL. The right-hander has been sidelined since May due to a sprained elbow. The injury isn't getting better for Dollander, so it sounds like the team is opting to have the surgery. It's unclear if it'll be the full Tommy John surgery or the internal brace procedure. If he does have surgery, Dollander likely won't be back on the mound until mid-season in 2027. He posted a 3.89 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and a 47:18 K:BB ratio across 10 appearances (three starts) with the Rockies this season.
Source: Chris Schmaedeke
Source: Chris Schmaedeke
Rockies Promote Sean Sullivan, Worth an Add Ahead of Debut?
Colorado Rockies pitching prospect Sean Sullivan is set to make his MLB debut on Friday night as his team's starter against the Athletics, per Kevin Henry of The Denver Gazette. The 23-year-old has largely struggled with Triple-A Albuquerque so far this season, recording a 5-3 record with a 5.60 ERA, 1.55 ERA, and 50 strikeouts across 54 2/3 innings (11 starts). However, he's been victimized by an abnormally high 14.7% HR/fly ball rate while pitching in the extremely hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League. Sullivan was much more productive across 97 1/3 innings (18 starts) with Double-A Hartford in 2025, logging a 3.14 ERA and 1.09 WHIP with a 24.2% strikeout rate. Sullivan will pitch in a hitter-friendly environment in Colorado, which lowers his fantasy appeal. Still, the young left-hander could be worth adding off the waiver wire in deeper league formats.
Source: The Denver Gazette - Kevin Henry
Source: The Denver Gazette - Kevin Henry
Is Antonio Senzatela the Closer to Roster in Colorado?
Colorado Rockies right-hander Antonio Senzatela has been one of the more surprising and effective relievers in baseball this season after transitioning from the rotation to the bullpen. The veteran has posted a 1.30 ERA and 0.89 WHIP with 26 strikeouts in 34 2/3 innings while picking up three saves. After struggling mightily as a starter in 2025 (holding an overall 6.65 ERA across 130 frames), Senzatela has found a new role in high-leverage situations. He's been used in multi-inning appearances and has also closed games for the Rockies in recent weeks, earning two saves over his last 10 appearances. A move to a winning team ahead of the trade deadline could also boost his save opportunities if he were to join a club that lacks a proven ninth-inning option. For managers in need of saves in deeper leagues, he remains a worthwhile addition as he is emerging as the preferred ninth-inning option in Colorado over Juan Mejia.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chase Dollander a Pitcher Worth Stashing Despite Unknown Timetable
Colorado Rockies right-hander Chase Dollander (elbow) will be shut down from throwing for a few weeks after he landed on the 15-day injured list with a sprained right elbow. Hopefully, rest and rehab can allow him to return to the big-league roster without having to go under the knife, which would keep him out for the rest of the 2026 season and likely half of next year. The 24-year-old may not be able to return until right around the All-Star break in the middle of July, but even then, fantasy managers should consider stashing the young arm in deeper leagues. Dollander, the former ninth overall pick in 2023 out of Tennessee, was showing improvement in his first full year in the big leagues before his elbow injury, going 3-3 with a 3.89 ERA (4.14 FIP) and 1.29 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 18 walks over 44 innings across 10 appearances (three starts). He was effective primarily in a bulk-relief role following an opener, posting a 24.9% strikeout rate and 9.5% walk rate, which were both improvements after he struggled in his first 21 starts in the big leagues as a rookie in 2024. Dollander is rostered in just 14% of Yahoo leagues right now. Patience will be required.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Rockies Promote Prospect Welinton Herrera, Worth a Speculative Add for Saves?
According to Thomas Harding of MLB.com, the Colorado Rockies are promoting their No. 14-ranked prospect, left-handed pitcher Welinton Herrera, to the MLB roster. Herrera has spent the first part of the 2026 season in Triple-A and will now make his MLB debut in the coming days. Herrera has operated primarily out of the bullpen with Albuquerque, as he has made 13 relief appearances compared to just one start. Over his first 22 2/3 innings with the top club in the system, the southpaw has posted a hefty 5.16 ERA with a modest 1.72 WHIP. While his ratios are high, he has flashed solid strikeout potential, totaling 34 over this brief stint. Last summer with High-A and Double-A, Herrera held a strong 2.64 ERA with a 99:25 K:BB over 64 2/3 innings, suggesting the raw talent is there. However, given the growing pains he endured at the top level, managers should only consider picking up Herrera in the short-term in deeper leagues. If he finds his footing, he could eventually compete for save opportunities, as he earned 17 during the 2025 season.
Source: MLB Pipeline
Source: MLB Pipeline
Jose Quintana Exits with Elbow Discomfort
Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jose Quintana (elbow) was forced to make an early exit from Sunday's outing against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Quintana only made it into the second inning before exiting due to left elbow discomfort. The veteran southpaw was crushed for six earned runs on six hits before leaving. The expectation is that Quintana will undergo further testing to determine the severity of the injury. Ryan Feltner (elbow) is nearing a return from the Injured List and could take his spot in the rotation if Quintana heads to the shelf. The veteran southpaw can be left on the waiver wire in most fantasy formats. UPDATE: Quintana will head back to Denver to undergo an MRI exam on his left elbow.
Source: Thomas Harding
Source: Thomas Harding
Chase Dollander Shut Down for 2-3 Weeks
Colorado Rockies manager Warren Schaefer said that right-hander Chase Dollander (elbow) will be shut down from throwing for two to three weeks, according to MLB.com. Dollander left his last start on May 14 in the second inning with right-elbow tightness and was placed on the 15-day injured list the following day with a right-elbow sprain. His return is to be determined, and in a best-case scenario, Dollander probably won't be ready to return until late June. It's a tough break for the Rockies and fantasy managers, since the former ninth overall pick in 2023 out of Tennessee was making strides in his first full year in the big leagues with a 3.89 ERA (4.18 FIP) and 1.29 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 18 walks in 44 innings across 10 appearances (three starts). Most of Dollander's outings had come in a bulk-relief role following an opener. Before his elbow injury, the hard-throwing Dollander had become a popular waiver-wire pickup, but he's now rostered in only 16% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Chase Dollander Goes on Injured List With Elbow Strain
The Colorado Rockies are placing right-hander Chase Dollander (elbow) on the 15-day injured list on Friday with a right-elbow strain, according to Thomas Harding of MLB.com. The Rockies are making the move after they pulled Dollander from his outing on Thursday early against the Pittsburgh Pirates due to right-arm tightness. It's now confirmed that he is dealing with an elbow strain, which means he'll almost certainly be sidelined beyond two weeks. It's unfortunate for the 24-year-old former ninth overall pick out of Tennessee in 2023, especially since he had made strides from his first MLB campaign. Through his first 10 appearances (three starts) in 2026, Dollander was sporting a 3.89 ERA (4.18 FIP), 1.29 WHIP, and 47:18 K:BB in 44 innings while mostly working as a bulk reliever. In Dollander's absence, Tanner Gordon is the most likely candidate to take his spot in Colorado's starting rotation. Dollander isn't a must-hold in shallow mixed fantasy leagues while he recovers, as he's only rostered in a third of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com - Thomas Harding
Source: MLB.com - Thomas Harding
Chase Dollander Pulled Early on Thursday With Arm Tightness
Colorado Rockies right-hander Chase Dollander (arm) was pulled from Thursday's series finale at PNC Park early against the Pittsburgh Pirates with right-arm tightness, according to Thomas Harding of MLB.com. Dollander made the start and only went one inning, giving up three earned runs on five hits (one homer) while walking one and striking out none before getting the early hook. The 24-year-old's velocity was down, but as of right now, the severity of his arm injury is unknown. The former ninth overall pick in 2023 out of the University of Tennessee has mostly served in a bulk-relief role in 2025 in his second year in the big leagues -- Thursday was just his third traditional start of the year -- and he came into Thursday's action with a strong 3.35 ERA (3.83 FIP), 1.19 WHIP, and 47:17 K:BB in 43 innings across his nine appearances (two starts). Dollander's strong start in his first full year in the big leagues has made him a popular waiver-wire target early on, although he's still rostered in less than half of Yahoo leagues.
Source: MLB.com - Thomas Harding
Source: MLB.com - Thomas Harding
