The Colorado Rockies are in the middle of a full-scale organizational reset - and it’s not just about the roster anymore. After years of spinning their wheels, the franchise has clearly hit the “rebuild” button, starting with a top-down overhaul of the front office this winter.
Save that ⚾️!
— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) July 5, 2025
Chad Stevens has his first MLB hit! pic.twitter.com/UFTx3W8YuZ
The message? It’s time for a new identity in Denver, and that starts with reshaping the roster to match a fresh vision.
That vision, at least for now, involves adding depth and versatility - players who can fill gaps, grow into roles, and maybe even surprise along the way. One of the more recent additions to that puzzle is infielder Chad Stevens, a 26-year-old who spent last season in the Los Angeles Angels organization. Colorado signed him to a minor league deal and assigned him to Triple-A Albuquerque, a move that fits the current Rockies mold: low-risk, high-upside, and built around long-term potential.
Stevens got a brief taste of the majors in 2025 - just five games - and the numbers weren’t flattering at first glance. He slashed .154/.154/.154 with two hits, one run, and seven strikeouts.
But let’s be clear: five games is hardly enough time to judge a player’s ability to adjust to big-league pitching. What stood out more in that short stint was his glove.
Across 37 innings split between third and second base, Stevens was clean defensively - no errors, seven putouts, and 11 assists. That kind of reliability in the field is something every rebuilding team should be looking for.
Where Stevens really made his case, though, was in Triple-A. Over 126 games, he put together a strong offensive campaign, slashing .290/.375/.480.
He racked up 82 runs, 78 RBIs, 18 home runs, and 20 stolen bases - a well-rounded stat line that shows he can impact the game in multiple ways. Yes, the 117 strikeouts are a bit of a red flag, but when you’re also drawing 58 walks and producing at that level, it’s easier to live with the swing-and-miss.
What makes Stevens especially intriguing for Colorado is his versatility. In Triple-A, he played all four infield spots (excluding catcher) and even spent time in both corner outfield positions.
That kind of positional flexibility is gold for a team in transition. He did commit 18 errors across those various spots, which isn’t unexpected when you’re bouncing around the diamond, but he appeared to be most comfortable in left field - an area where the Rockies could use some stability.
This signing isn’t going to make national headlines, and it’s not meant to. But moves like this are how rebuilds gain traction.
Stevens isn’t being asked to carry the franchise - he’s being asked to compete, to contribute, and to potentially grow into a bigger role. That’s exactly the kind of player Colorado needs right now: someone with upside, experience, and the hunger to prove he belongs.
The Rockies aren’t going to flip the switch overnight. This is a long game, and it’s going to take patience. But with a new front office in place and a willingness to take chances on players like Stevens, they’re at least moving forward - and for a franchise that’s been stuck in neutral, that’s a step in the right direction.