Colorado made one notable splash during the week, signing Ian Desmond to a five-year, $70 million deal. It was a move that few saw coming and seemed to cause more questions than answers.
Reportedly, the Rockies are planning to use Desmond as a first baseman, a position he’s never played in his Major League career. It’s an interesting thought and one that had many people scratching their heads … not only because Desmond isn’t a first baseman but also because the Rockies surrendered their 11th overall pick in next year’s draft to sign him.