Atlanta Braves: Possible Matt Adams Trade Destinations

Colorado Rockies

Do the Colorado Rockies have an opening at first base next season? That really depends on how they plan to align the rest of the defense. Sure, they can play Ian Desmond there or re-sign Mark Reynolds. However, Desmond is probably better suited at a position where his speed can play a factor. Reynolds also has a chance to land himself a pretty good contract in free agency.

This could mean the Rockies talk with the Braves about Adams’ availability. He’d certainly have no gripes about it. By joining the Rockies in his last year of arbitration, Adams gives his free agent value a huge boost.

Adams is not someone we should expect to turn a franchise around. He may not even stick around in the lineup when a left-handed pitcher is on the mound. Because of this, the Rockies actually make a whole lot of sense.

Colorado has several notable rookies knocking on the big league door. Brendan Rodgers is a top ten prospect. The also very talented Ryan McMahon should pique their Opening Day roster interest and find his way onto the roster in some role. Perhaps one way to help the rookie slugger ease his way into big league action is to allow him a chance to share first base duties with Adams. The big issue here is that both hit left-handed.

Never fear, McMahon is athletic enough to play third base and the corner outfield as well until he officially takes over as the Rockies’ starting first baseman.