It’s crunch time at the Rockies’ gleaming spring training complex at Salt River Fields.
Manager Bud Black, general manager Bill Schmidt and a cadre of coaches will meet over the next few days to hammer out the 26-man roster ahead of the season opener at Tampa Bay on March 28.
It’s a tougher task than usual. That’s a good thing because the Rockies have solid depth for the first time in a long time, which requires difficult decisions, especially in the starting rotation, outfield and bullpen.
Case in point, Part I: Right-hander Chase Dollander
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