Colorado Rockies: How Jonathan Lucroy impacted Ryan McMahon

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SCOTTSDALE, AZ – FEBRUARY 23: Ryan McMahon #85 of the Colorado Rockies poses for a portrait during photo day at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on February 23, 2017 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) /

While McMahon has the best opportunity for the most playing time at first base, he is still working hard to improve his skills as a third baseman and second baseman as well. Last season while at Triple-A Albuquerque, he played 36 games at first base, 24 at second base and 13 at third base, all while hitting .374 and posting a 1.023 OPS.

No, McMahon isn’t focused on just one position, something that he believes will benefit the Rockies as Colorado continues to push the word “versatility” throughout the farm system.

"“I still do all three. I think that’s how I am going to be most valuable to this team. I have to be ready for whatever happens. Hopefully I can bring them an option,” McMahon said. “There are different things I want to work on at each position. For example, at second, my body position when I’m getting ready to field a ball. Just be more consistent and put myself in the best position I can and move side to side more. Little things like that. Just fine tuning the things I know I need to do.”"

While many are assuming McMahon will play a big role for Colorado in 2018, he hasn’t forgotten last season’s spring training. It was his first invite to big league camp and he didn’t last as long as he would’ve liked.

"“I want to make the most of each opportunity and hopefully I get a couple more than in years past. I got cut like the first cut,” McMahon said. “I was so focused on trying to find my swing again because I really didn’t have it in spring training. Honestly, where I learned the most was being up in September and seeing those guys throughout the season. In spring training, everyone is trying to get ready. You see how meticulous they are throughout their daily preparation.”"

And that includes watching video, just like McMahon did with Lucroy last season. This year, Lucroy will move on to another team with the Rockies signing Chris Iannetta before the Winter Meetings. While Lucroy may not be with Colorado, his impact will still be felt.

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"“I wish him luck wherever he goes,” McMahon said. “I really enjoyed my time that I had with him.”"

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