SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Colorado Rockies left-hander Austin Gomber asked to be scratched from his scheduled start against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday after reporting low arm speed and an issue with his throwing shoulder.
The Rockies aren’t sure when he’ll be back but don’t believe the issue is too serious.
“There’s no timetable on his return, but we’re going to make sure that he’s healthy and not try to rush it,” manager Bud Black told MLB.com. “He understands that it’s March 2, and this (season) is going to go all the way to October. So, let’s not push it too early.