Looking to shore up their suddenly shallow infield, the Rockies on Sunday signed veteran Mike Moustakas to a minor-league deal.
The move was first reported by MLB.com.
Moustakas, 34, a left-handed hitter, projects as a third baseman/first baseman/designated hitter. With Gold Glove second baseman Brendan Rodgers likely out for the season with a shoulder injury, and with Ryan McMahon moving over from third to second, Moustakas fills a need. He also provides insurance if rookie corner infielder Elehuris Montero fails to produce at the plate or in the field.
But first, Moustakas, who’s attempting a comeback from two years of injuries, has to make the big-league roster.