PT TOMORROW: NL West - Is there a plan for Montero in COL?

Colorado Rockies

Barring a demotion Sunday, the Rockies’ plans for Elehuris Montero (1B/3B, COL) are unclear. Montero has been recalled to the big leagues three times this season, most recently on June 21 – shortly after MLB teams had to decrease the number of pitchers on the active roster to 13. Since, Montero has started only three of 11 games (through Saturday). That usage stands in direct contrast to the typical philosophy of big-league clubs to promote prospects into a situation where they will get regular at-bats.

Not only has Montero not gotten regular at-bats, but the team’s pattern for putting him in the lineup has been unpredictable. After playing exclusively at third base as a member of the Cardinals’ organization, Montero...

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