Colorado Rockies: April 20 Minor League Report and Prospect Update

Class A Asheville Tourists (5-8, Third in California League South)

Monday (vs. Kannapolis, L 3-5)

Delayed by rain and cold bats, the Tourists could not overcome a rough first frame. Despite settling in after a three-run first inning, Erik Julio was hit with the loss. Julio got his work in however as he lasted seven full innings. Top 30 prospects Colton Welker and Tyler Nevin combined for three hits on the evening.

Tuesday (vs. Kannapolis, L 1-6)

For the third time, this season, starting pitcher Antonio Santos provided Asheville with a quality start, going six innings with two earned. Asheville hitters could not get it going however and provided Santos with almost no run support. Colton Welker is able to stay hot, notching two more hits to his resume.

Wednesday (vs. Kannapolis, L 1-2)

For the fourth consecutive game, Asheville could not get the best of Kannapolis in a low-scoring affair. Top three prospect Riley Pint lasted 4.2 innings, allowing five hits, two runs, and only managing to strike out one hitter. In his first full pro season, Pint is 0-2 with a 3.86 ERA.

Held to only four hits, the Tourist offense was non-existent. The only high note came on a Max George RBI in the fifth. The Tourists’ hottest bat, Colton Welker, was held to no hits in four trips to the plate.

Weekend Probables

Thursday, 7:05 PM ET: Alejandro Requena (0-0, 0.73 ERA) @ Charleston
Friday, 7:05 PM ET: Brandon Gold (0-1, 4.50 ERA) @ Charleston
Saturday, 6:05 PM ET: Erick Julio (1-2, 5.65 ERA) @ Charleston
Sunday, 5:05 PM ET: Antonio Santos (0-2, 2.50 ERA) @ Charleston