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Charlie Blackmon Out For Game 1 Of Doubleheader

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon is on the bench for Game 1 of a doubleheader on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers with left-handed opener Caleb Ferguson on the mound. With Blackmon out, Kris Bryant is serving as the designated hitter and batting third, while Sean Bouchard is in right field and in the seven-hole against Ferguson. The veteran Blackmon has hit a strong .276 (92-for-333) on the year for the Rockies, but with just seven home runs, 38 RBI, two stolen bases and 53 runs scored. The 37-year-old left-handed hitter also has no home runs against southpaws in 2023 while hitting .277 (23-for-83) against them. The four-time All-Star's bat has cooled off considerably in the final month of the regular season as well.

Sep 26 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Offseason Outlook: Colorado Rockies

In conjunction with this post, Anthony Franco will hold a Rockies-centric chat on 9-25-23 at 8:00 pm CDT. Click here to leave a question in advance. As has been the case for a few seasons, the Rockies underperformed internal expectations. While owner Dick Monfort said before Opening Day he felt the team could hover around…

Sep 25 · MLB Trade Rumors Offseason Rockies Adael Amador Chase Anderson Daniel Bard Jake Bird Ty Blach Charlie Blackmon Kris Bryant Harold Castro Garrett Cooper Noah Davis Chase Dollander Brenton Doyle Ryan Feltner Chris Flexen Kyle Freeland Lucas Gilbreath Austin Gomber Nolan Jones Tyler Kinley Peter Lambert Justin Lawrence Ryan McMahon Elehuris Montero Brendan Rodgers Ryan Rolison Connor Seabold Antonio Senzatela Brent Suter Michael Toglia Ezequiel Tovar Austin Wynns

Previewing The 2023-24 Free Agent Class: Designated Hitter

Over the past week, we’ve gone around the diamond with looks at the upcoming free agent class. We round out the offensive players with a look at the designated hitters. It is obviously headlined by the two-way star who is likely to break the all-time contract record. There are a handful of accomplished veteran hitters…

Sep 22 · MLB Trade Rumors Prospects Marlins Blue Jays Rockies Tigers Padres Red Sox Rangers Diamondbacks Yankees Dodgers Pirates Angels Giants Brewers Josh Bell Brandon Belt Charlie Blackmon Miguel Cabrera Willie Calhoun Matt Carpenter Triston Casas Nelson Cruz Rafael Devers Mitch Garver Lourdes Gurriel Aaron Judge J.D. Martinez Andrew McCutchen Brad Miller Gabriel Moreno Shohei Ohtani Joc Pederson AJ Pollock Jorge Soler Justin Turner Daulton Varsho Jesse Winker

Charlie Blackmon Taking A Seat In Game 1 Of Doubleheader Vs. The Giants

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon is not in the starting lineup for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the San Francisco Giants. The 37-year-old will take a seat in the opening game while Elehuris Montero serves as the Rockies' DH against San Francisco opener Keaton Winn. Blackmon has quietly been highly productive this season for both the Rockies and fantasy managers, slashing .279/.369/.433 with seven home runs, 36 RBI, and one stolen base over 355 plate appearances. He's only played in 82 games, however, as injuries have taken their toll on the veteran. Blackmon should return as the DH in Game 2 of Saturday's twin bill.

Sep 16 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Previewing The 2023-24 Free Agent Class: Corner Outfield

Throughout the week, we’ve covered the upcoming free agent class at MLBTR. We move today to the outfield. Teams often use left and right fielders interchangeably, so we’ll combine them into a single corner outfield group. It’s not a great class but is arguably among the stronger options in a light market for position players.…

Sep 16 · MLB Trade Rumors Brewers Braves Marlins Rockies Astros Phillies Giants Red Sox Twins Angels Rangers Diamondbacks Dodgers Orioles Athletics Yankees Blue Jays Padres Reds Rays Brian Anderson Ian Anderson Luis Arraez Charlie Blackmon Michael Brantley Willie Calhoun Mark Canha Nick Castellanos Michael Conforto Corey Dickerson Adam Duvall Joey Gallo Randal Grichuk Robbie Grossman Lourdes Gurriel Jason Heyward Aaron Hicks Travis Jankowski Tony Kemp Max Kepler Isiah Kiner-Falefa Whit Merrifield Gabriel Moreno Wil Myers Joc Pederson David Peralta Tommy Pham Kevin Pillar AJ Pollock Jurickson Profar Hunter Renfroe Eddie Rosario Jorge Soler Raimel Tapia Daulton Varsho Jesse Winker

Charlie Blackmon Taking A Seat Wednesday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon is not in the club's starting lineup Wednesday afternoon against the Arizona Diamondbacks and right-hander Zach Davies. The longtime Rockie hit leadoff on Tuesday night while going 0-for-3 with a walk, a run, and an RBI on the evening, the latter of which provided the eventual game-winning run in a tight 3-2 victory. While Blackmon doesn't possess the same elite power/speed combination that he used to, he's had a nice season that's seen him hit .284 with seven homers, one steal, a 10.3% BB%, and an .819 OPS across 330 trips to the plate. Furthermore, he sports a tiny 12.4% K% which is easily a career-high and well below his 16.7% career figure.

Sep 6 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Rockies, Charlie Blackmon Have Mutual Interest In New Contract

Charlie Blackmon is slated to become a free agent for the first time in his career, as the veteran outfielder is in the final season of the five-year, $94MM extension he signed with the Rockies back in April 2018.  However, it seems possible that Blackmon could end up remaining in Colorado, as both the player…

Aug 26 · MLB Trade Rumors Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Charlie Blackmon Could Return To The Rockies Next Season

Colorado Rockies outfielder/designated hitter Charlie Blackmon could potentially return to the team next season, according to beat writer Patrick Saunders. Saunders wrote in an article that the team is "very interested" in a new deal for the 37-year-old veteran. Blackmon has put together a decent season when he's been on the field this year. He's slashing .285/.372/.463 with seven home runs and 31 RBI over 246 at-bats but missed two months of action with a right-hand fracture. He's spent his entire 13-year career with the Rockies so the organization likely appreciates his veteran presence and leadership if they are interested in bringing him back.

Aug 26 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Rockies Outright Cole Tucker

The Rockies have sent utility player Cole Tucker outright to Triple-A Albuquerque, per the transaction log at MLB.com. He cleared waivers after being designated for assignment on Monday. Tucker had a brief stay in Denver, appearing in three games while spending a week on the MLB roster. The return of Charlie Blackmon this week pushed him off…

Aug 18 · MLB Trade Rumors Rockies Charlie Blackmon Cole Tucker

Charlie Blackmon Retreats To The Bench

Colorado Rockies outfielders Charlie Blackmon and Michael Toglia are not in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks. Blackmon recently returned from a fractured hand and served as the designated hitter in his first two games back before getting a rest in the matinee contest on Wednesday. Ryan McMahon is serving as the designated hitter and is batting third, while Alan Trejo draws into the lineup at third base while hitting seventh against Diamondbacks right-hander Slade Cecconi. The 37-year-old Blackmon went 3-for-7 with a triple, RBI and two runs scored in his first two games back from the injured list this week. Blackmon has a decent .271 average (59-for-218) in 2023, but he's done very little else for fantasy managers.

Aug 16 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Charlie Blackmon Activated And Starting Monday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon (hand) was activated from the 10-day injured list on Monday and he's immediately in the starting lineup, serving as the designated hitter and batting leadoff against Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly. Blackmon is returning after a two-month stint on the injured list due to a fractured right hand, but he'll return and play regularly for the Rockies, at least when the team is facing a right-handed arm. The 37-year-old veteran is no longer at his peak and has offered fantasy managers very little in the counting-stat department. His .347 on-base percentage is nice, but he's hitting .265 (56-for-211) with only five home runs, no steals, 26 RBI and 34 runs scored in 56 games in his 13th year in Colorado.

Aug 14 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Charlie Blackmon Set To Begin Rehab Assignment

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon (hand) is ready to begin a rehab assignment as early as Friday, according to manager Bud Black. Blackmon has been out with a right-hand fracture since June 11, and after a slight setback last week he has been cleared to head to the minors. He will fly to Triple-A Albuquerque Friday and will play a couple of games before the team reassess' his status. The veteran lefty has been decent this year, posting a .265/.347/.422 slash line, but offers little power or speed with just five homers and no steals in 211 at-bats. He shouldn't be rostered outside of very deep leagues.

Aug 11 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Charlie Blackmon Resumes Full Baseball Activities

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon (hand) resumed full baseball activities on Monday and did so again on Tuesday after suffering a slight setback last week with his fractured right hand. Manager Bud Black said that he, Blackmon and the athletic training staff will meet to discuss the next step. Blackmon was close to starting a minor-league rehab assignment last week, so hopefully he'll finally be cleared for that as he attempts to return to the major-league roster. The 37-year-old veteran has been on the injured list since June 11, so he could have a fairly lengthy rehab assignment. Blackmon hadn't done much for fantasy managers before his injury, as he was hitting .265/.347/.422 with only five home runs, 26 RBI and 34 runs scored for the Rockies in 211 at-bats.

Aug 9 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Charlie Blackmon Not Ready To Go On Rehab Assignment

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon (hand) took part in pre-game activities on Monday and didn't feel that his right hand, which he fractured in June, was ready for game action in the minor leagues just yet on a rehab assignment. Blackmon was originally scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque this week, but those plans have temporarily been pushed back. It means that the 37-year-old veteran outfielder will have his return to the big leagues pushed back also, and there's no specific timetable for his return. When he does make it back to the Rockies lineup, he'll return to a .265/.347/.422 slash line with only five home runs, 26 RBI and 34 runs scored in 211 at-bats. Blackmon has been reaching base often, but outside of that he hasn't provided much for fantasy managers.

Aug 1 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Charlie Blackmon To Start Rehab Assignment Tuesday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon (hand) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday. Blackmon will play on Tuesday and Wednesday as he attempts to rejoin the major-league roster after landing on the injured list on July 11 with a fractured right hand. The 37-year-old is no longer in his prime, but he still plays at Coors Field and hits near the top of the batting order, which makes him worth rostering in deep-mixed leagues when he's healthy. The four-time All-Star will be returning to a .265/.347/.422 slash line, and he's also produced five home runs, 14 doubles, two triples, 26 RBI and 34 runs scored in 242 trips to the plate over 56 games played.

Jul 31 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Charlie Blackmon Takes Batting Practice On Saturday

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon (hand) was able to take batting practice prior to Saturday's contest. It's the first time that Blackmon has swung a bat since fracturing his right hand in early June. He'll still need to build up his activities some more before he's ready for a minor league rehab assignment. It sounds like he's still a few weeks away, but he should be able to return at some point in August.

Jul 29 · Source via Rockies Charlie Blackmon

Latest On Rockies' Deadline Plans

The Rockies are one of the few teams clearly out of playoff contention a month from the deadline. That positions them as a likely seller, though Colorado has generally been reluctant to deal players in recent summers even as they’ve typically been near the bottom of the standings. Jon Heyman of the New York Post…

Jun 30 · MLB Trade Rumors Closers Rockies Daniel Bard Charlie Blackmon C.J. Cron Randal Grichuk Brad Hand Pierce Johnson Jurickson Profar Brent Suter

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