The Rockies believe in Scott Oberg’s pitching ability. Now he gets another chance to back up their faith in him.
The right-handed reliever was recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque Saturday afternoon to take the place of ailing veteran right-hander Chad Qualls, who was placed on the 15-day disabled with colitis. The move with Qualls is retroactive to July 16.
Oberg, 26, is making his third stint on the Rockies’ roster and will be available for Saturday night’s game vs. the Braves at Coors Field. Manager Walt Weiss said that, at least for now, Oberg could figure into late-game situations.