Colorado Rockies: Wish List for the Miami, Chicago, New York road trip

The Wish List

Force Some Hard Decisions on the 25-Man Roster

With the injuries and suspensions the Rockies have had to weather early on in this turbulent season, plenty of younger role players have gotten some major playing time. After struggling early, guys like Ryan McMahon and, more recently, David Dahl and Noel Cuevas, are starting to hit their stride offensively.

David Dahl, in particular, has made a splash in the few games he has been up with the big league team, including a key two-run triple to help the Rockies win the rubber match against the Padres. It wasn’t his only triple either, which shines a light on another reason it is great to have David Dahl back with the Rockies: speed. It is no longer a secret that aggressiveness is the name of the game for us this season, and Dahl brings a welcome speed presence, as well as another dangerous bat in the lineup.

McMahon has begun to swing the bat a little better as well, and looks like he’s just a game or two from really breaking out and lifting the ball. Noel Cuevas was called up when Parra began serving his suspension, so while he doesn’t likely figure to remain with the big club long-term, he has also added a few hits and solid defense. With Parra and CarGo eventually returning, this will force some tough decisions for the Rockies coaches and front office as they decide who stays and who goes. It’s a good problem to have though, so let’s hope the young guys keep making it tougher.