OAKLAND, Calif. — The Rockies on Tuesday promoted the player they hope will one day replace Troy Tulowitzki — even if they're not ready to push their all-star shortstop out the door.
Trevor Story, the 22-year-old who is among Colorado's top prospects, was moved from Double-A New Britain to Triple-A Albuquerque for the first time.
"He's earned the opportunity for a greater challenge," Rockies general manager Jeff Bridich said.
Rumors and reports, especially out of New York, continue to swirl around Tulowitzki, who will make $20 million this season on a multiyear contract that takes him through 2020.