Herrera just turned 21 a few months ago, but he has been a professional for five years, having been signed in August 2019 out of Venezuela by the Brewers for only a $10k bonus. Due to the pandemic, Herrera didn’t throw a pitch in affiliated ball until 2021 and he didn’t come stateside until the next year. Indeed, the 6’3” right-hander was Rule 5 eligible after the 2023 season but not selected. I don’t blame them, as Herrera truly didn’t pop up on the prospect radar until 2024. He seemed like a strong candidate to be added to the Rockies’ 40-man roster this off-season, but unfortunately he underwent Tommy John surgery in October and will miss the 2025 season.
Colorado Rockies prospects: No. 29, Yujanyer Herrera
