I can’t remember the last time I received so many questions regarding the mechanics of a Rockies player.
Colorado Rockies catcher Drew Romo warms up before a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, in Denver. Questions about salaries, playing time, manager Bud Black’s bullpen decisions and front office moves — those come fast and furious. But questions about mechanics are rare.Romo, the 35th player selected in the 2020 draft out of The Woodlands High School in Texas, was renowned for his defense. But he came down with “the yips” when working his way up through the minors.
Other players, notably Rockies reliever Daniel Bard, former Cubs pitcher Jon Lester, former Cardinals pitcher-turned-outfielder Rick Ankiel, former Mets catcher Mackey Sasser, and former Rangers and Red Sox catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia had to find solutions to their battles with the yips.Rockies beat fellow National League cellar-dweller Marlins in series opener behind two Ryans, strong bullpen
“He has to get up, check the runners, and then throw the ball the way he throws it back to the mound,” Black said. Romo entered the weekend with just seven big-league games on his resume. He’s thrown out two of the nine runners who have attempted steals against him. His 22% caught stealing rate is just about at the major league average . He’s been charged with two passed balls.If Rockies fans are concerned about Romo’s throwing motion back to the mound, he says he’s not.
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