Rockies Select Mason Adams, Activate Hunter Goodman

Key Points:

• The Colorado Rockies officially selected right-handed pitcher Mason Adams for their major league roster on August 25, with Blake Adams being sent back to Triple-A; catcher Hunter Goodman was also activated from the injured list.
• Mason Adams, acquired in a trade with the White Sox earlier in August, is expected to start a game soon, filling the rotation spot of veteran Kyle Freeland, who was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a pinched nerve in his neck.
• Mason Adams, a 26-year-old 13th-round draft pick in 2022, has posted a 2.08 ERA in 13 innings with the Rockies’ Triple-A affiliate and is known for his strike-throwing ability and command, using a six-pitch arsenal led by a 93.5 mph four-seamer.
• Blake Adams, also a 2022 13th-round pick but not ranked among top Rockies prospects, has struggled with a 6.52 ERA between Double-A and Triple-A this season, and his promotion to the majors may be short-lived depending on roster needs.
• Kyle Freeland’s injury likely ends his chance to reach the innings threshold for a $17 million player option in 2027; he has struggled this season with a 6.37 ERA and high home run rates, and the Rockies have not announced a timetable for his return.