Kyle Freeland has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left shoulder inflammation. The Rockies lefty starter was scratched from his start after experiencing tightness during warmups. Manager Warren Schaeffer remains optimistic about a short recovery, stating the issue is likely minor. Freeland reported feeling good and is awaiting further evaluation through imaging tests. Meanwhile, lefty Jose Quintana has been activated from the injured list to replace him in the lineup.

By the Numbers
  • Kyle Freeland has a 2.30 ERA and 13 strikeouts across three starts this season.
  • Jose Quintana was on the injured list for 15 days due to a right hamstring strain.
State of Play
  • Freeland was scratched from his start against San Diego after experiencing symptoms during warmups.
  • Rockies plan to evaluate Freeland's shoulder condition further upon returning to Denver.
What's Next

The Rockies will conduct an MRI on Freeland's shoulder to determine the extent of the inflammation and the next steps in his recovery process. Depending on the results, his timeline for returning could vary.

Bottom Line

The Rockies are hopeful that Freeland's shoulder inflammation is minor, and they aim for a quick return to the lineup. Their strategy will be determined based on the upcoming medical assessments.