Rockies call up OF Sterlin Thompson, place RHP Chase Dollander on IL

TL;DR

The Colorado Rockies have called up top prospect Sterlin Thompson for his MLB debut while placing Chase Dollander on the injured list due to a right elbow sprain.

Key points

Sterlin Thompson called up for MLB debut
Chase Dollander placed on 15-day injured list
Thompson is first Colorado native position player for Rockies
Dollander has a right elbow sprain
Thompson hit .344 in Triple-A before call-up

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SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 18: Sterlin Thompson #30 of the Colorado Rockies poses for a portrait during photo day at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on February 18, 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Jeremy Chen/Getty Images) | Getty Images With their “Rivalry Weekend” series against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Coors Field set to begin tonight, the Colorado Rockies have announced multiple roster moves. Headlining the announcement is the news that top prospect Sterlin Thompson (no. 13 PuRP) has been recalled from the Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes for his Major League debut. Thompson, 24, was selected by the Rockies 31st overall in the 2022 MLB draft from the University of Florida. The former Gator hit .332/.424/.524 over two college seasons while playing mostly right field and second base. Since being drafted, the Rockies organization has had Thompson play a plethora of positions—including first and third base—though he has largely settled in as a corner outfielder over the last two seasons. Spending an entire season with in Triple-A last year, Thompson hit .296/.392/.519 in 120 games with 28 doubles, eight triples, and 18 home runs. The Rockies added him to the 40-man roster over the offseason to protect him from the Rule 5 draft. Thompson struggled in spring training with a .270 OPS and only one hit in 19 at-bats. He was assigned back to the Isotopes to start the season, where he has completely caught fire. Through his first 36 games in Albuquerque, Thompson is hitting .344/.491/.496 with five doubles, one triple, four home runs, and eight stolen bases. He has also drawn more walks (30) than he has struck out (28). Born in Longmont, , Thompson will be the first Colorado native position player to debut with the Rockies when he takes the field. However, he is not currently in tonight’s starting lineup. Thompson will wear jersey no. 30. In a corresponding roster move, utilityman has been placed on the paternity list. Additionally, the Rockies have placed right-handed pitcher (right elbow sprain) on the 15-day injured list. Dollander, 24, was off to a strong start this season with a 3.89 ERA and 47 strikeouts over 10 appearances. He originally worked out of the bullpen as a bulk reliever—usually being preceeded by an opener—but has made his last few appearances as a starter. On Thursday’s game against the , Dollander in the second inning with what manager Warren Schaeffer called “right arm tightness.” Left-handed pitcher has been recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque. Peralta, 28, was earlier this season. He currently has a 3.79 ERA in 13 appearances and 19 innings of work.

Q&A

Who is Sterlin Thompson and why is he significant for the Rockies?

Sterlin Thompson is a 24-year-old outfielder and top prospect for the Rockies, making his MLB debut as the first Colorado native position player to do so for the team.

What injury did Chase Dollander sustain and how does it affect the Rockies?

Chase Dollander has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to a right elbow sprain, impacting the Rockies' pitching depth as he was performing well with a 3.89 ERA.

What are Sterlin Thompson's stats in Triple-A before his call-up?

Before his call-up, Sterlin Thompson was hitting .344/.491/.496 in 36 games with the Albuquerque Isotopes, including four home runs and eight stolen bases.