Apr 16, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Rio Ruiz (14) prepares to fist pump third base coach Tony Mansolino (36) after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-USA TODAY Sports
As the MLB trade deadline approaches later in the week, the Colorado Rockies shook up their roster by adding infielder Rio Ruiz to the active roster. To make room for Ruiz, the Rockies released Matt Adams.
Here’s what to know about Tuesday’s roster move by the Colorado Rockies.
Ruiz was claimed off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles in late May.