Rockies spring training report: Ryan McMahon replacing Brendan Rodgers at second?

Colorado Rockies’ Ryan McMahon (24) warms up during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)In the wake of Brendan Rodgers’ likely season-ending shoulder injury, the Rockies are looking for a starting second baseman. They didn’t have to look very far.

Third baseman Ryan McMahon, who’s shined at second in the past, is an attractive option. In fact, he played second for the first time this spring in Colorado’s Cactus League game against the Giants on Friday.

Manager Bud Black and McMahon talked Thursday about the transition and McMahon, a two-time Gold Glove finalist at the hot…