Today’s news — first reported by Nick Groke of the Denver Post – that Chris Rusin should be ready to return to the Colorado Rockies by the end of March should not be understated in terms of its potential impact on the success of the 2017 campaign.
Rusin, as we’ve noted before, emerged last season as a vital member of the organization, pitching incredibly well in clutch situations, dominating hitters on both sides of the plate at times, and stepping in for occasional spot starts, giving the Rockies added roster flexibility.