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Rockies Trade for McCarthy, Diamondbacks Get Grosz
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Colorado Rockies Acquire Outfielder Jake McCarthy from Arizona Diamondbacks: A Trade Analysis
The Colorado Rockies have made a significant move in the offseason, acquiring outfielder Jake McCarthy from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for minor league pitcher Josh Grosz. McCarthy, a 28-year-old with five seasons of experience in Arizona, had a breakout rookie year in 2022, finishing fourth in National League Rookie of the Year voting with a .283 batting average, 8 home runs, 43 RBIs, and 23 stolen bases. However, he struggled in 2023, posting a .204 batting average, 4 home runs, and 20 RBIs. Despite his recent slump, McCarthys potential and first-round draft pick status make him an intriguing addition to the Rockies outfield.
In exchange for McCarthy, the Rockies are sending 23-year-old pitcher Josh Grosz to the Diamondbacks. Grosz, who was acquired by the Rockies last summer in a trade with the New York Yankees, posted a 5-14 record with a 4.67 ERA in High-A ball for Hudson Valley and Spokane in 2023. He was a 11th-round pick from East Carolina in the 2023 draft.
Fans are eagerly anticipating how this trade will impact the Rockies outfield and the teams overall performance in the upcoming season. Keep an eye on spring training for more updates on this exciting development. Checkout Solipillow.com
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