B-Rod is back. The Rockies reinstated Brendan Rodgers from the 60-day injured list on Monday, clearing the way for the second baseman’s 2023 debut.
The Rockies reinstated Brendan Rodgers from the 60-day injured list, clearing the way for the second baseman’s 2023 debut on Monday in the series opener against the Padres at Coors Field. Rodgers is in the lineup as the designated hitter, batting fifth.
Rodgers injured his left shoulder diving for a ball during a Cactus League game on March 6, and what was initially deemed a dislocated shoulder actually turned out to be a torn labrum. Rodgers needed surgery as a result, but“It’s been a long road, but it feels like it’s all worth it in the end,” Rodgers said. “My body feels amazing right now… I’ve checked off every box in my book to go out and play a big-league game. Hopefully I’ll be out there on defense.
Rodgers, who won a National League Gold Glove Award for his play at second base last year, is eager to get back in the field. He hasn’t dove for a ball yet, and admits that the possibility of re-injuring his shoulder on a sprawling play is in the back of his mind. But that’s not going to change his intensity on defense, though he won’t be sliding headfirst on the bases anymore.
“I’ve been wanting to put this to use out there, and it’s been put on hold a little bit, but I’m looking forward to getting back out there and making plays just like I did last year,” Rodgers said. “Instincts are going to tell me whether or not , and I’m just going to trust it…. And I’ve also worked a lot on expanding my range and really staying on my feet.”
The 26-year-old played 10 minor league games as part of his rehab assignment, five with High-A Spokane and five with Triple-A Albuquerque. With the Isotopes, Rodgers hit .350 in 20 at-bats, with one homer. During the rehab process, the 2015 No. 3 overall pick also traveled with the team on a few road trips.
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