The Colorado Rockies are sitting at the bottom of the National League standings, and that reality is pushing them toward seller mode at this year’s trade deadline.
That’s where Hunter Goodman enters the conversation. The Rockies’ All-Star catcher has become the kind of player rival clubs would love to get their hands on, even if moving him would be a tough call for Colorado. He’s hitting .254/.324/.538 with 27 home runs and a 121 OPS+ in 90 games this season, production that has made him one of the most intriguing names on the market.
FanSided’s Christoper Kline laid out the case for why the Rockies should at least listen. “The Colorado Rockies aren't going anywhere soon.
This is the worst team in baseball by a considerable margin. So, while there's no immediate pressure to deal [Hunter] Goodman, trading him at peak value and recouping significant prospect capital is a savvy business decision,” Kline wrote.
There’s also the long view to consider. Colorado needs help rebuilding its farm system, and Kline pointed out that the Rockies may not be playing meaningful baseball again before Goodman is in line for a new contract.
“The Rockies need to restock their farm system. Colorado would be lucky to be playing meaningful baseball before Goodman is asking for a new contract, which the Rockies will never pay,” Kline added.
That’s why the trade chatter has picked up. If Goodman keeps adding power and continues to sharpen his work behind the plate, he could become too expensive for Colorado by the time he reaches free agency.
The New York Yankees are one team that could make sense as a suitor. They’ve gotten very little from Austin Wells, J.C.
Escarra, and Ali Sanchez, and catcher is an obvious area where an upgrade would help. If the Rockies do decide to move Goodman, the Yankees could be in the mix.
Still, prying him loose won’t be easy. A catcher who can hit like Goodman is rare, and it would take a strong offer to convince Colorado to part with him.
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