The Rockies have transferred starter Jose Quintana to the 60-day injured list following an elbow sprain, initially placing him on the 15-day IL. This move opens a 40-man roster spot for Jeff Criswell, who has returned from the 60-day IL and will continue at Triple-A Albuquerque. Quintana is expected to avoid surgery but will be sidelined for at least two months, likely removing him from potential trade talks. He signed a one-year deal with Colorado for $6 million, aiming to improve their struggling rotation. Quintana’s current season performance has been lackluster, limiting his trade value even if he returns before the trade deadline.

By the Numbers
  • Quintana has a 5.27 ERA in nine starts this season.
  • He has only completed six innings in one of those starts.
Yes, But

Despite the concerns around Quintana's injury and performance, the Rockies may still consider him a valuable asset if he can demonstrate strong performance upon his return, as they originally hoped he could attract trade interest.

State of Play
  • Quintana is out until at least late July, potentially affecting his trade market value.
  • Jeff Criswell is back from injury and performing well in Triple-A, giving the Rockies options moving forward.
What's Next

Quintana could return by late July, but even a brief appearance might not be sufficient to boost his trade value. His focus will likely shift toward securing future contracts rather than a mid-season trade.

Bottom Line

Quintana's injury significantly hampers the Rockies' plans for both the upcoming trade deadline and his personal career trajectory, underscoring the challenges faced in the current season for the team and the player alike.