SAN DIEGO -- The Rockies stayed off the waiver wire and are trusting young right-handed hitters -- all of whom have had ups and downs -- to help the roster in September.
Key at-bats could wind up going to outfielder Noel Cuevas, catcher Tom Murphy and infielder Pat Valaika, who were called up when rosters expanded Saturday. While it's a misnomer to say the bench is totally inexperienced, since manager Bud Black's lineup rotation could leave Matt Holliday, Gerardo Parra or (on a few occasions) Carlos Gonzalez at his disposal, the Rockies clearly aren't afraid to call on less-experienced players.