Kris Bryant has given Bud Black a wonderful 66th birthday present today: the ability to write Bryant’s name in the lineup.
After one month on the IL, Bryant’s heel has healed just in time for the Rockies to open a three-game series against the Tigers tonight at Coors Field. Bryant, who hit .263/.346/.374 with six doubles, five homers, 17 RBI, and 21 runs scored in 50 games before landing on the IL, will be batting second and playing in right field.
The Rockies made several moves to their roster on Friday, including designating catcher Jorge Alfaro for assignment to make room for Bryant.