Trade Deadline Preview: Colorado Rockies
By Sam Clancy
Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Who could be moved:
Gonzalez has been injury prone in the past few years, and as a result the Rockies have been able to build some major league depth in the outfield. In his time on the disabled list, young outfielders Corey Dickerson and Charlie Blackmon have proven to be quality MLB outfielders. With two rising outfielders coming to take his spot, Gonzalez will likely be the odd man out if he can get healthy in time. His value is still up for debate due to his ridiculous splits and his injury history, but he may be one of the biggest names on the move this deadline.
Number 86 on Baseball America’s top 100 prospects, shortstop Rosell Herrera is still a long way away. Although he is only playing at high A this year, Herrera looks like he will be blocked from the major leagues for a long time. Tulo isn’t going anywhere, DJ LeMahieu is developing into a solid second baseman and Nolan Arenado looks like he could be a superstar in the making. If the Rockies make a move with a team like the Cubs or Rays Herrera could be on the move.
What happens when you find an old diamond in some old rough? You trade him for a mid level prospect! I don’t expect Hawkins to draw a huge haul considering he is 41 years old, but he could be worth a look from a contender looking for a bullpen arm.