The Colorado Rockies have decided to give outfielder Brenton Doyle several days off to recover after an MRI revealed a sprain in his left wrist. The injury surfaced earlier this week when Doyle experienced soreness and was removed from the lineup on Wednesday. The team will monitor his condition closely before determining the next steps in his recovery process.
Impact of the Injury on Doyle’s Season and Team Dynamics
Though the wrist sprain could be a minor setback, it has the potential to affect Doyle’s preparation for the upcoming regular season. How long the injury persists may influence the competition for the opening day roster spot. Prior to this, Doyle had made a strong impression by hitting three for five with two doubles and three RBIs in his first two games of the season.
Overview of Brenton Doyle’s Career with the Rockies
Entering his fourth Major League season, Doyle’s place with the Rockies remains somewhat uncertain after a 2025 campaign where he posted a .233 batting average, .274 on-base percentage, and .376 slugging percentage, along with 15 home runs and 57 RBIs. This followed his breakout 2024 season when he achieved career-best numbers, batting .260 with a .317 on-base percentage, .446 slugging, 23 home runs, and 72 RBIs. Doyle was a fourth-round draft pick out of Shepherd University, a Division II school in West Virginia.
During his rookie year in 2023, he had a .203/.250/.343 slash line with 10 home runs and 48 RBIs. His ascent to the majors included a minor league Gold Glove award with the High-A Spokane Indians in 2021, where he hit .279 with 16 home runs and 47 RBIs over 97 games. His strong start in Triple-A Albuquerque, batting .300 in the first month of 2023, earned him a Major League promotion.
Rockies’ Outfield Options as Doyle Recovers
Even without Doyle in the lineup, the Rockies have a deep group of outfielders on their 40-man roster. This includes returning starters Mickey Moniak and Jordan Beck. The team also has Willi Castro, Tyler Freeman, Troy Johnston, Jake McCarthy, Sterlin Thompson, and top prospect Zac Veen, who has impressed during spring training. Veen notably hit a walk-off home run in a recent game after making offseason adjustments like slimming down and refining his approach at the plate.
Upcoming Schedule and Team Outlook
The Rockies are set to face the Kansas City Royals at home on Saturday before traveling to Goodyear, Arizona, for a game against the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday. Their following week begins with a home series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday, presenting further opportunities for players to solidify their roles as the regular season approaches.
An MRI on #Rockies CF Brenton Doyle revealed a left wrist sprain. Doyle, who was scratched from the lineup on Wednesday, will rest for a few more days, then be re-evaluated.
— Thomas Harding (@harding_at_mlb) February 28, 2026
