As you are all aware by now, on Saturday, DJ LeMahieu was placed on the 10-day disabled list with a strained oblique and Garrett Hampson was unexpectedly called up for his Major League debut. To make room for Hampson on the 40-man roster, Daniel Castro was designated for assignment.
This move left many unanswered questions. Why didn’t the Rockies call up Ryan McMahon? He already has big league experience and he is a natural second baseman. Or why not give the top prospect Rodgers a call-up? He is the golden child of the organization, so let’s see what he can do.