“I think he’s going to certainly prepare himself as a starter here coming into spring training.... but there’s a lot of conversations and relationships building [to be had], especially with him and our pitching coaches and Buddy [Black].”
— Jeff Bridich, Feb. 2, 2021
Colorado acquired Austin Gomber as the marquee return in the deal that sent Nolan Arenado to the St. Louis Cardinals. Upon arrival, the Rockies had options to use Gomber as either a starter or a reliever; the Cardinals used the lefty in both capacities last year.