Garrett Hampson
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Jun 26 2025Hampson will start in center field and bat ninth in Thursday's game versus the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A waiver claim earlier this week, Hampson has now started back-to-back games in center field against left-handed pitching. It appears the utility player will form the short side of a platoon at the position with Victor Scott.
Jun 24 2025The Cardinals claimed Hampson off waivers from the Reds on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The utility player will offer protection all over the field for the Cardinals but is unlikely to play much. Hampson, 30, is a career .238/.301/.357 hitter over parts of eight major-league seasons.
Jun 22 2025The Reds designated Hampson for assignment Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson doesn't have minor-league options remaining, so the Reds needed to move him off the 40-man roster in order to recall outfielder Rece Hinds from Triple-A Louisville. If he clears waivers, Hampson could remain in the organization and report to Louisville, or he could elect for free agency. Though he brings speed and defensive versatility to the table, Hampson may struggle to land a big-league deal with another club after slashing .167/.310/.188 over 60 plate appearances in the majors with Arizona and Cincinnati this season.
Jun 12 2025Hampson started in left field and went 0-for-3 in Wednesday's 11-2 loss to the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With left-hander Logan Allen on the bump for Cleveland, manager Terry Francona replaced his lefty-batting outfielders, including Hampson in left field for Will Benson. The news that Austin Hays (foot) has stalled in his recovery opens the door for continued outfield opportunities for Hampson against southpaws. Francona typically sits Benson and Jake Fraley when the Reds face southpaws.
May 23 2025The Reds signed Hampson to a one-year contract Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson was cut loose by the Diamondbacks earlier this week after slashing only .167/.359/.167 over 41 plate appearances, but he has quickly landed on his feet with a new big-league contract. The 30-year-old will serve in a utility role for Cincinnati.
May 12 2025The Diamondbacks designated Hampson for assignment Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will lose his spot on the Arizona roster with the Diamondbacks calling up top prospect Jordan Lawlar from Triple-A Reno in a corresponding move. After attending spring training with the Diamondbacks as a non-roster invitee, Hampson was able to secure a utility role with the big club heading into Opening Day. He saw limited action over the first month and a half of the season, appearing in 18 games and slashing .167/.359/.167 with two steals across 41 plate appearances. Hampson's speed and defensive versatility could entice another team to put in a waiver claim for him and bring him aboard as a bench bat.
May 7 2025Hampson started in center field and went 0-for-2 in Tuesday's 5-1 win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson made a second consecutive start in center field in place of Alek Thomas against a left-hander. Thomas, who is routinely out of lineups against lefties, made a start against a southpaw last week, but that appears to have been a one-game event. Hampson is 0-for-3 with two walks and two runs scored in the two starts and is batting .167 overall through 17 games.
Apr 6 2025Hampson will continue in a utility role while Tim Tawa gets the majority of playing time at second base in place of the injured Ketel Marte (hamstring), Paige Leckie of MLB.com reports. "Yeah, I think we'll still put Garrett into that role of, you know, primary backup, occasional starting," Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson filled in for Marte on Friday when he was removed in the first inning of Arizona's 6-4 win over the Nationals. The club placed Marte on the injured list Saturday and called up Tawa for his MLB debut. Hampson entered Saturday's game in the ninth inning as a pinch runner for third baseman Eugenio Suarez.
Apr 5 2025Hampson replaced an injured Ketel Marte (hamstring) at second base and went 1-for-3 with a walk, a stolen base and two runs scored in Friday's 6-4 win over Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson entered as a pinch runner when Marte pulled up on a first-inning double. The injury was determined to be a left hamstring strain, and there's no timetable for his recovery. Hampson is expected to fill in for the final two games of the series and could continue on as the primary second baseman should Marte require more than a few days to heal. If Marte is added to the injured list, it's possible the Diamondbacks could call up a body from Triple-A Reno that can play second base. Hampson is 1-for-6 with three walks, one steal and three runs scored through four games this season.
Mar 30 2025Hampson entered as a pinch runner and was responsible for the final out of the game in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran utility player prevailed over Ildemaro Vargas for Arizona's final roster spot partially due to his speed. Unfortunately for Hampson, who was making his debut with his new team, an over-aggressive play on the basepaths led to the game-ending out -- he took a wide turn at third base on Corbin Carroll's slow chopper to short, and got caught when Dansby Swanson faked a throw to first. Hampson isn't likely to offer much fantasy value in his bench role anyway, but moments like this won't earn him more playing time.
Mar 23 2025The Diamondbacks selected Hampson to the major-league roster Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 30-year-old exercised the opt-out clause of his minor-league contract with Arizona on Friday, and the organization elected to fully bring him aboard rather than let him hit free agency. Hampson has a .300/.396/.375 slash line through 17 spring games, though he posted a career-worst .575 OPS in 113 regular-season contests for Kansas City last year. He likely won't have fantasy relevance while filling a utility role.
Mar 21 2025Hampson exercised the opt-out clause in his minor-league contract Friday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson remains in the running for a spot on the Diamondbacks' Opening Day bench, but triggering his opt-out clause now allows him to reach free agency if he does not make the team. The utility player is battling Ildemaro Vargas for Arizona's final bench spot.
Mar 17 2025Hampson started in left field and went 1-for-2 with a walk, a stolen base and two RBI in Sunday's spring game against San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson remains in the mix for the final rotation spot along with Ildemaro Vargas and Jordan Lawlar. The Diamondbacks likely want a utility player, which precludes Lawlar, who doesn't offer much position versatility at this point. Plus, it's unlikely the organization wants the prospect sitting on a bench in the majors. That leaves Hampson (.738 OPS, two steals, seven RBI, 13 spring games) and Vargas (.971 OPS, five extra-base hits, seven RBI, 15 games) as the most likely competitors for the 26th spot on the roster.
Aug 27 2024Hampson went 2-for-4 with a walk, one RBI and a stolen base in a 9-4 win over the Guardians in Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has been a regular in the lineup versus southpaws in August. That said, he hasn't done much, batting just .175 (7-for-40) with no extra-base hits and two walks over 15 contests. Hampson has yet to hit a home run this year, adding 12 doubles, one triple, 14 RBI, 14 runs scored and seven stolen bases while slashing .239/.281/.314 across 201 plate appearances.
Aug 5 2024Hampson will start in left field and bat eighth in Monday's game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will stay in the starting nine for the fourth time in five games, but the Royals have faced left-handed starters or primary pitchers in each of the past three contests. The speedy utility man still looks to be stuck in a short-side platoon role.
Jul 10 2024Hampson went 1-for-4 with a double, two RBI and a stolen base in a 6-4 win over the Cardinals in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson got the start in center field for the first half of the doubleheader, giving Kyle Isbel some rest. Hampson's last three hits have all been double, but they've come over a span of 17 at-bats across his last six games. The versatile 29-year-old is slashing .262/.301/.349 with six steals, 12 RBI, 10 runs scored and no home runs across 135 plate appearances this season. He's mainly filled a short-side platoon role in center field, though he can play all over the diamond if necessary.
Jul 7 2024Hampson is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson picked up starts at second base and center field the past two games while the Royals faced off against a pair of lefties, going 0-for-7 with an RBI between those contests. The Royals should continue to open up regular playing time for the utility player versus left-handed pitching, but Hampson's opportunities to play against righties are expected to remain limited.
May 25 2024Hampson went 2-for-3 with a walk, an RBI and a stolen base in Friday's 8-1 win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Getting the start in center field and batting ninth with lefty Tyler Alexander lined up to be the primary pitcher for Tampa Bay, Hampson kept the line moving as he reached base three times, the second time he's accomplished that in his last six starts. Of late, the 29-year-old has mainly been used as a platoon partner for Kyle Isbel, and Hampson's been effective in that role -- on the season he's slashing .306/.359/.389 in 40 plate appearances against southpaws.
May 10 2024Hampson went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk, an RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Thursday's 10-4 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson was one of five Royals with a multi-hit effort in the high-scoring win. The utility man continues to handle a short-side platoon role while splitting his time between second base, left field and center field. He's hit well when given the chance, batting .268 (11-for-41) with no home runs, two doubles, three RBI, five runs scored and four steals.
Apr 14 2024Hampson went 2-for-5 with two stolen bases and a run scored in Saturday's 11-7 win over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson got the start in center field with the Royals facing lefty Sean Manaea. This was Hampson's first multi-hit game of the season, and he took advantage of the extra time on the basepaths to pick up his second and third steals. The utility man is batting .211 with one RBI, four runs scored and a double through 20 plate appearances, and he's also struck out 10 times. Kyle Isbel (.244) isn't hitting much better, but it's enough to keep both players in their current platoon situation.
Apr 2 2024Hampson stole a base as a pinch runner in Monday's 6-4 loss to the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has played in three of the Royals' four games so far, but he hasn't started any of them. The 29-year-old offers speed and defensive versatility off the bench, a role that is more valuable on the field than in fantasy. He is hitless through four at-bats, so he'll need to show more with the bat to have any chance to carve out a larger role.
Mar 2 2024Hampson is projected to be the Royals' main utility player this season, Anne ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson can cover a number of positions -- he's played everywhere but first base and catcher in his major-league career. Rogers notes it's likely Hampson won't have a single position, but could still come close to everyday playing time by providing cover around the diamond. He hit a career-high .276 with his second-base OPS (.729) last season with the Marlins, which is impressive given he spent his first five seasons with the Rockies, so his move to the Royals alone shouldn't end up having a negative impact on his play.
Nov 29 2023Hampson signed a one-year contract with the Royals on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The deal is worth $2 million guaranteed, per Jeff Passan of ESPN.com. Hampson was non-tendered by the Marlins earlier this month despite posting a career-best .276/.349/.380 batting line over 98 games in 2023 while appearing defensively at shortstop, second base, third base and all three outfield spots. The 29-year-old should be a useful super-utility option for Kansas City in 2024.
Oct 3 2023Hampson is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's NL Wild Card Series Game 1 against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jon Berti will start at shortstop and bat eighth with Joey Wendle joining Hampson on the bench. Hampson drew steady action at shortstop over the final few weeks of the regular season, but it seems he's being viewed as a super-utility option off the bench in Miami's best-of-three series at Philadelphia.
Sep 24 2023Hampson isn't starting Sunday against the Brewers, Craig Mish of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will sit down for the second straight time after being held hitless in three tries during Friday's series opener. Jon Berti will pick up another start at shortstop and bat seventh.
Sep 23 2023Hampson isn't in the Marlins' lineup Saturday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will get a breather Saturday after going 3-for-16 with four RBI across his last five games. Jon Berti will fill in at shortstop and bat eighth.
Sep 15 2023Hampson isn't in the Marlins' lineup Friday versus Atlanta, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will get a day off Friday after going 3-for-11 with an RBI during Miami's four-game series with the Brewers. Joey Wendle will cover shortstop and bat ninth while Hampson sits.
Sep 14 2023Hampson will get another start at shortstop Thursday versus the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has now started at short in four of the Marlins' last six games, with Joey Wendle riding the pine. Hampson went 2-for-4 with an RBI double in Wednesday's win over Milwaukee and has batted .287/.352/.414 across 196 total plate appearances on the year. Wendle, meanwhile, is slashing .222/.257/.323 over 299 plate appearances.
Sep 11 2023Hampson is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Brewers, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will hit the bench after starting in each of the past three games. After going 4-for-6 with a solo home run in the first two of those contests, Hampson fell back to earth in a 5-4 win over the Phillies on Sunday, when he struck out in four of his five plate appearances. Joey Wendle will step back in at shortstop on Monday and still appears to be the Marlins' preferred option at the position.
Sep 10 2023Hampson went 3-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 8-4 loss to the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The utility player got the Marlins on the board in the fifth inning when he slashed an Aaron Nola fastball over the left-field fence. Hampson's playing time continues to pick up, both due to his current form and due to the lack of consistent production from the likes of Joey Wendle, and he's started five of the last nine games for Miami -- three at shortstop and two at third base. Over that stretch, Hampson's batting .391 (9-for-23) with two of his three homers on the season.
Sep 2 2023Hampson went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run in Friday's 8-5 extra-innings win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The utility player got the start at third base before shifting to right field as part of a late-game double switch, and Hampson would up providing the biggest blow in the Marlins' four-run rally in the 11th inning when he drove a Mason Thompson sinker over the wall in center field. Hampson has started two straight games at the hot corner as a defensive upgrade on Jake Burger, who has slotted in at DH while Jorge Soler (hip) is banged up, but he hadn't been in the starting nine since late July prior to that. Hampson's been productive when he's gotten the opportunity, however -- in each of his last four starts dating back to July 26, he's produced multiple hits.
Aug 31 2023Hampson was added to the lineup for Thursday's series opener against the Nationals, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jorge Soler (hip) had to be scratched, pushing Jake Burger to the DH role, Josh Bell to first base and Hampson into third base duties. This will be the first start for Hampson since the Marlins called him up from Triple-A Jacksonville last Wednesday.
Aug 23 2023Hampson was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has put up a .275/.346/.384 slash line with one homer and three steals in 68 games this season in the minors. He'll back up at multiple positions in the infield and outfield.
Aug 2 2023Miami optioned Hampson to Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson was just called up Tuesday, but the Marlins are needing to free up space for all of their trade-deadline acquisitions. The 28-year-old super-utilityman has batted .275/.346/.384 with one homer and three steals in 68 games this season at the major-league level.
Aug 1 2023Hampson was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville on Tuesday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson was just optioned to the minors Monday, but the Marlins again have a place for him on their major-league roster following an active Tuesday trade deadline. The versatile 28-year-old has slashed .275/.346/.384 with one homer and three steals through 67 big-league games this season.
Jul 31 2023Hampson was optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This move corresponds to Jazz Chisholm (oblique) getting activated from the 10-day injured list. Hampson hit .615 in 13 July at-bats, although he rarely started and often appeared as a pinch runner or defensive replacement.
Jul 5 2023Hampson was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville on Wednesday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has batted just .240/.321/.336 during his time with the Marlins this season. The team's center field depth in particular is hurting, though, so he could get some run at the position. Dane Myers is in center field Wednesday.
Jun 26 2023The Marlins optioned Hampson to Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday, Daniel Alvarez-Montes of ElExtraBase.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the return of Jean Segura (hamstring) and Jazz Chisholm (toe) from the 10-day injured list Monday, Hampson and Jacob Amaya will serve as Miami's roster casualties. Hampson is slashing .250/.423/.250 across 27 plate appearances since the beginning of June, and his defensive versatility could allow him to return to Miami if the Marlins ever need to call on their depth later this season.
Jun 5 2023Hampson is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Royals, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson is on the bench for the third straight contest and appears to have been firmly displaced as the Marlins' primary center fielder in place of Jonathan Davis, at least for the time being. Both Davis and Hampson will likely see their playing time in the outfield take a more significant hit perhaps as soon as the upcoming weekend, when Jazz Chisholm (toe) is said to be targeting a return from the injured list. It's unclear how close Chisholm actually is to making that a reality, however.
May 24 2023Hampson is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rockies, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will cede center field to Jonathan Davis after starting each of the past five games while going 3-for-17 with a walk and a stolen base. Though three Marlins outfielders (Jazz Chisholm, Avisail Garcia and Jesus Sanchez) remain on the 10-day injured list, Hampson could begin to see his playing time take a hit while he continues to struggle at the plate.
May 18 2023Hampson is not in the Marlins' lineup Thursday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson had drawn three straight starts in center field in the absence of Jazz Chisholm (toe) but will grab a bit of rest during Thursday's matinee game in Miami. Xavier Edwards is playing center and batting ninth versus Washington.
May 17 2023Hampson will start in center field and bat ninth in Wednesday's game against the Nationals, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will pick up his third consecutive start in center field and looks as though he may become a regular at the position after Jazz Chisholm (toe) was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with an injury that is expected to keep him shelved for around 4-to-6 weeks. Though his high strikeout rate and paucity of power limit his upside in the batting-average and home-run categories, Hampson can be a useful source of stolen bases while he's getting steady playing time.
May 16 2023Hampson is starting in center field and batting leadoff Tuesday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll be making his second straight start in center field in place of Jazz Chisholm, who is recovering from a bout with turf toe. Hampson carries a .262/.294/.431 slash line with one home run and two steals through 69 plate appearances this season, but he may be worth a look in deeper fantasy formats if Chisholm requires a stint on the injured list.
May 7 2023Hampson is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 28-year-old started seven of eight games at shortstop for the Marlins in late April, but Jon Berti is receiving his seventh straight start at the position Sunday. Hampson has still started four games in right field during the latter stretch, but Berti has taken over as the club's primary shortstop, as least until Joey Wendle (ribs) returns from the injured list.
May 5 2023Hampson is starting in right field and batting ninth for the Marlins on Friday versus the Cubs, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It looks like Hampson will be the right fielder against lefties while Avisail Garcia (back) is out and he'll continue seeing plenty of starts at shortstop, as well, at least until Joey Wendle (intercostal) is back. Justin Steele will be starting for the Cubs in this one.
Apr 30 2023Hampson went 2-for-3 with two doubles, an RBI and a run scored in Sunday's victory over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson gave the Marlins a 3-2 lead with his second double of the contest, driving in Nick Fortes in the fourth inning. The 28-year-old Hampson now has four doubles in his last six games, boosting his slash line to .267/.313/.467 with five RBI and eight runs scored through 49 plate appearances. He's filled in nicely at shortstop with Joey Wendle (intercostal) sidelined, potentially earning a sustained role in Miami.
Apr 4 2023Hampson was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson can provide depth for the Marlins' infield with Joey Wendle landing on the 10-day injured list Tuesday because of an intercostal strain. The 28-year-old has good speed but owns a rough .235/.296/.370 career major-league slash line.
Mar 26 2023The Marlins optioned Hampson to Triple-A Jacksonville on Sunday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Hampson made enough of an impression in spring training to be upgraded from a minor-league contract to a major-league deal, he won't be part of the Marlins' 26-man active roster to begin the regular season. With the Marlins sending out both Hampson and Jordan Groshans on Sunday, the team will likely decide between non-roster invitees Yuli Gurriel and Jose Iglesias for the final bench spot on the Opening Day roster.
Mar 15 2023The Marlins selected Hampson's contract Wednesday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson always seemed likely to crack the Opening Day roster and now it's official. The 28-year-old is in line for a super-utility role in Miami, bouncing around all over the infield and outfield. It's unlikely he'll have much fantasy value unless he gains traction as a regular in the lineup, in which case he could be a strong source of stolen bases.
Dec 18 2022Hampson agreed to a minor-league contract with the Marlins on Sunday that includes an invitation to spring training, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty-hitting utility player can play center field, shortstop and second base. Hampson was once a highly touted fantasy prospect due to his minor-league steals totals and elite foot speed, but his bat has never been up to scratch. He hit .228 with a .288 OBP, 18 home runs and 35 steals in 290 games over the past three seasons (ages 25-27), which should have been his early prime years. Hampson is essentially a one-category (steals) player when he is playing regularly, which may not happen again without injuries ahead of him on the Marlins' depth chart.
Nov 18 2022The Rockies declined to tender Hampson a contract for 2023, Mark Feinsand of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fantasy players used to dream on Hampson's speed, but he couldn't hit enough to allow that speed to play, even while calling Coors Field home. As he enters free agency, Hampson is 28 years old with a career .235/.296/.370 batting line across 1,279 plate appearances.
Oct 1 2022Hampson logged his 12th stolen base of the season as a pinch runner in Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson ran for Brendan Rodgers in the eighth inning and stole second, but he was left on base. The steal was Hampson's fifth since the start of September. The 27-year-old has slipped into a utility role off the bench lately as Alan Trejo has commanded more playing time. Hampson is slashing just .214/.292/.313 through 219 plate appearances this season.
Sep 24 2022Hampson isn't starting Saturday against the Padres, Patrick Lyons of TheDNVR.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson hasn't seen much playing time recently and will head to the bench for the fifth time in the last six games. Alan Trejo is starting at the keystone and batting sixth.
Sep 18 2022Hampson went 1-for-4 with a double, a stolen base and three strikeouts in Sunday's 4-3 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson doubled and stole third in the ninth inning, though the Rockies were unable to cash him in. The 27-year-old's playing time has taken a dip lately with Alan Trejo picking up most of the time at shortstop while Jose Iglesias (thumb) has been out. Brendan Rodgers (hamstring) left Sunday's game early, which could allow Hampson a path back to regular playing time if Rodgers is out more than a day or two, though the injury isn't believed to be significant. Hampson is slashing .214/.294/.316 with 11 steals, two home runs, 14 RBI, 28 runs scored, seven doubles and three triples through 214 plate appearances.
Sep 4 2022Hampson went 2-for-4 with a double, two walks and three stolen bases across both games of Sunday's doubleheader versus the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson hadn't logged a steal since Aug. 14 entering Sunday's action. He made up for it with three thefts across the two games, giving him 10 for the year. It's the third time he's reached double digits in the last four seasons, with the lone exception being the abbreviated 2020 campaign. Hampson is slashing .220/.302/.322 with two home runs, 13 RBI and 27 runs scored through 202 plate appearances this year as a utility man.
Aug 18 2022Hampson is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Cardinals, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson looked as though he might have been a beneficiary of more playing time when Kris Bryant (foot) was placed on the injured list Aug. 1, but Sam Hilliard and Elehuris Montero have instead seen their roles enhanced to a greater extent. However, with Yonathan Daza (shoulder) recently joining Bryant on the IL and with Randal Grichuk getting Thursday off, Hampson will pick up a start in the outfield. Hampson is in the lineup for only the sixth time in 17 August games.
Aug 2 2022Hampson went 0-for-3 Monday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson started in center field and hit ninth after Kris Bryant (foot) was scratched from the lineup. Bryant has since been placed on the injured list, which should open opportunity in the outfield for Hampson to earn more consistent playing time. Hampson's primary appeal comes from his speed, as he has six steals across 54 games this season.
Jul 28 2022Hampson is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Dodgers, Patrick Lyons of TheDNVR.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson had started the previous four games and went 5-for-14 with a pair of extra-base hits, a walk and a stolen base, but the Rockies don't look to have an everyday role available for him with Connor Joe's (general soreness) return to the lineup putting the team back at full strength. Expect the 27-year-old to function as a super-utility man moving forward, with most of his starting opportunities coming versus left-handed pitching.
Jul 27 2022Hampson will start in center field and bat second in Wednesday's game against the White Sox, AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will stay in the starting nine for the fourth straight contest at his third different position, this time filling in in center for a resting Randal Grichuk. The 27-year-old has earned the extra playing time by going 5-for-10 with a pair of extra-base hits, a walk, a stolen base and two runs over the past three contests, but the Rockies may prefer to limit Hampson's starting opportunities to mostly against left-handed pitching once the team is back to full strength.
Jul 26 2022Hampson went 2-for-3 with a double, a stolen base and a run scored Monday against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson continues to serve primarily on the short side of a platoon, replacing Connor Joe in the lineup when Colorado faces a lefty. Hampson has hit well across his last 11 games, maintaining a .333 average with three RBI, nine runs scored and three stolen bases across 33 plate apperances. However, unless the team opts to regularly sit Randal Grichuk and Yonathan Daza against righties, Hampson has a limited path to more regular at-bats.
Jul 17 2022Hampson is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Pirates, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he enters Sunday with an active seven-game hitting streak, Hampson will find himself on the bench for the third game in a row to close out the Rockies' first-half schedule. Now that Kris Bryant has returned from the paternity list and with C.J. Cron having overcome a recent wrist injury, the Rockies don't look like they'll have an everyday spot in the infield or outfield available for Hampson.
Jul 15 2022Hampson went 1-for-2 with a walk, a stolen base and two runs scored in Friday's 13-2 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson had started six straight games in a row, going 6-for-21 (.286) in that span before hitting the bench Friday. He would end up playing about half of the game, as Jose Iglesias exited the contest with neck stiffness at the start of the fifth inning. Hampson went on to extend his hitting streak to seven contests, with the surge lifting his season slash line to .241/.320/.366 in 127 plate appearances. He's added five stolen bases, two home runs, 12 RBI and 21 runs scored across 45 games.
Jul 14 2022Hampson will start at third base and bat ninth in Thursday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll be included in the lineup for the sixth straight games, with Hampson having now started at four different positions. Kris Bryant (personal) is back from a three-game stint on the paternity list and C.J. Cron (wrist) is starting after sitting out four of the previous five contests, but the Rockies will still have a spot for Hampson with everyday third baseman Ryan McMahon getting a day off. Hampson has produced exactly one hit in each of his last five starts while adding three RBI and three runs.
Jul 11 2022Hampson will start in center field and bat ninth in Monday's game against the Padres, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has seen the majority of his time in the infield this season and started at shortstop the past two games while Jose Iglesias (head) was out of the lineup, but he'll get a look in the outfield Monday following Kris Bryant's (personal) placement on the paternity list. After going 2-for-9 with a pair of doubles, two RBI, a run and a stolen base during the Rockies' series in Arizona over the weekend, Hampson will get a chance to build on that performance as Colorado begins a seven-game homestand to close out its first-half schedule.
Jun 20 2022Hampson went 1-for-4 with a triple and a run scored Sunday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson was activated from the COVID-19 injured list Sunday and drew the start at shortstop while hitting ninth. He tallied his triple with one out in the fifth inning and came around to score on a Brendan Rodgers single. Jose Iglesias is likely to remain the primary shortstop, though Hampson has enough defensive versatility that he may be able to pick up several starts a week across the diamond.
Jun 19 2022The Rockies reinstated Hampson (illness) from the COVID-19-related injured list Sunday, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. He'll start at shortstop and bat ninth in the Rockies' series finale with the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Infielder Alan Trejo was optioned to Triple-A Albuquerque to clear a spot on the 26-man active roster for Hampson, while reliever Tyler Kinley (elbow) was transferred from the 15-day IL to the 60-day IL to create room on the 40-man roster. Hampson, who was away from the Rockies for only a few days while waiting to clear COVID-19-related protocols, should settle back into a utility role with the big club.
Jun 16 2022The Rockies placed Hampson on the COVID-19-related injured list Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Colorado hasn't revealed whether Hampson tested positive for the virus or was deactivated due to contact-tracing concerns. He'll be replaced on the active roster by another utility type in Sean Bouchard, whose contract was purchased from Triple-A Albuquerque.
Jun 7 2022Hampson went 0-for-2 with a stolen base in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson got aboard with a fielder's choice in the fourth inning and stole second, but he didn't come around to score. He exited the contest in the sixth for pinch hitter Charlie Blackmon, who delivered a go-ahead three-run home run. Prior to Tuesday, Hampson was 5-for-12 in his last three games. The versatile 27-year-old saw his slash line dip to .237/.318/.407, but he's up to two steals with two two homers, nine RBI and 13 runs scored through 68 plate appearances. He's likely to continue seeing just a part-time role without even a well-defined platoon partnership established.
Jun 2 2022Hampson went 2-for-4 with a double, a walk, two RBI and a run scored in the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson was out of the lineup for the first game Wednesday, but he started in center field and hit eighth in the latter contest. He did all of his damage in the fifth inning, recording a two-RBI double while also coming around to score. Hampson has received inconsistent playing time even with Kris Bryant (back) sidelined, and he figures to continue to split time with Sam Hilliard as Colorado's fourth outfielder.
May 31 2022Hampson went 3-for-4 with a triple, two runs scored and two RBI in Monday's 7-1 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was the first multi-hit performance of the season for Hampson, who came into Monday with a miserable .161/.257/.290 slash line through 35 plate appearances in May after a hand injury cost him most of April. The 27-year-old is just trying to push his way back into the starting lineup on a regular basis right now, and he'll need more games like Monday's to do it.
May 6 2022Hampson went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run Thursday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson drew his first start since returning from a hand injury, entering the lineup at shortstop in place of Jose Iglesias. He took advantage of the opportunity by smacking a three-run home run in the second inning. It was Hampson's first long ball of the season, though he's managed only 12 plate appearances. Hampson doesn't appear to have a clear path to playing time for the time being, particularly with Brendan Rodgers heating up at the plate.
May 3 2022The Rockies activated Hampson (hand) from the 10-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson's return from the IL was foreshadowed Sunday, when the Rockies demoted Alan Trejo to Triple-A Albuquerque. Now that he's moved past the right hand injury that sidelined him for two weeks, Hampson is expected to fill a utility role for Colorado.
May 2 2022Hampson (hand) went 4-for-10 with a double, a walk, five RBI, a run and a stolen base while playing in rehab games at Triple-A Albuquerque on Saturday and Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Assuming Hampson experienced no aggravation of his right hand injury coming out of Sunday's contest, he's expected to rejoin the Rockies and return from the 10-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's series opener against the Nationals. Hampson will fill a utility role for the Rockies upon being activated.
Apr 20 2022Prior to landing on the injured list, Hampson (hand) was taking reps at first base, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson already boasts plenty of versatility, as the only positions he's failed to play at the major-league level are first base and right field. C.J. Cron currently occupies the starting job at first base and has started the season in productive fashion. However, Hampson could replace Cron as a pinch runner late in games, in which case he may also need to be able to field the position. For now, Hampson will have to focus on recovering from a bruise on his hand, but he should serve a super-utility role once activated.
Apr 17 2022The Rockies placed Hampson on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a bruised right hand. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Provided that follow-up tests on Hampson's hand don't reveal any fractured bones, he should be in store for a minimum-length stay on the IL or close to it. The 27-year-old had seen limited action as a utility player through the Rockies' first eight games, making only three starts while recording one hit and two walks over 12 plate appearances.
Apr 11 2022Hampson is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rockies have now faced two right-handed starting pitchers and two left-handed starting pitchers to begin the season, with Hampson's lone entry into the lineup coming Sunday against a southpaw (Julio Urias). Colorado will oppose a lefty again Monday in Taylor Hearn, but Hampson's exclusion from the starting nine suggests he may not even have a short-side platoon role when all of the Rockies' key bats are at full strength.
Sep 29 2021Hampson is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: On the bench for the fifth time in eight games, Hampson appears to have lost hold of an everyday spot in the outfield. The Rockies will roll out an outfield of Raimel Tapia, Sam Hilliard and Charlie Blackmon from left to right in the series finale.
Sep 27 2021Hampson isn't starting Monday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson went 1-for-4 in Sunday's series finale against the Giants, and he'll retreat to the bench for the third time in the last four games. Sam Hilliard will shift to center field while Raimel Tapia starts in left.
Sep 24 2021Hampson is not starting Friday against the Giants, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Raimel Tapia draws the start in left field as Sam Hilliard shifts to center field Friday. Hampson has struggled of late, logging just three hits in 23 at-bats dating back to Sept. 15.
Sep 22 2021Hampson isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson went 3-for-13 with a double, three runs, a walk and four strikeouts across the last three games. Sam Hilliard is starting in center field and batting eighth.
Sep 16 2021Hampson will sit Thursday against Atlanta, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson hits the bench after starting three straight games in center field. He's swung a hot bat thus far in September, hitting .289 with three homers in 12 games. Yonathan Daza takes over for him on this occasion.
Sep 15 2021Hampson went 2-for-3 with a triple, a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in Tuesday's 5-4 win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson put up his second consecutive multi-hit game and knocked his first triple since June 15. He singled home a run his first time up and then later ripped a triple to right field and ended up scoring. The 26-year-old also stole his 17th base of the season after being intentionally walked in the fourth. Hampson hasn't hit the ball particularly well this year but has picked it up as of late, slashing .333/.353/.697 with three homers, eight RBI and six runs scored over his last nine games.
Sep 12 2021Hampson went 3-for-4 with two home runs and five RBI in Sunday's 5-4 win over Philadelphia. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old accounted for all of Colorado's run-scoring plays. Hampson took Philadelphia starter Aaron Nola deep in the fifth inning on a three-run blast, then added a two-run shot off reliever Hector Neris in the seventh. Sunday was Hampson's first multi-hit effort since Aug. 25 -- in the 14 games in between, he went just 8-for-37 (.216). He's slashing .243/.295/.397 with 11 homers, 32 RBI, 62 runs scored and 16 stolen bases across 443 plate appearances.
Sep 11 2021Hampson is out of the lineup Saturday against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Yonathan Daza will start in center field for the second day in a row. Hampson is hitting .222 in 27 at-bats this month and may continue to sit against some righties.
Sep 10 2021Hampson is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Phillies, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson hits the bench after starting six straight games. Yonathan Daza takes over in center field.
Sep 6 2021Hampson went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in the loss Monday to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The center fielder lifted a Kevin Gausman over the fence in the seventh inning. He has reentered the starting lineup as a result of Connor Joe (hamstring) being placed on the 10-day injured list. Hampson has struggled greatly over the last couple months while barely batting over the Mendoza-line with a .201 average and striking out 24% of his at-bats.
Aug 25 2021Hampson went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and a walk in the nightcap against the Cubs on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson collected a pair of singles and swiped his 16th base of the season in Game 2 of the doubleheader. He was also thrown out on an earlier attempt, making him 16-for-22 on the year. After a sluggish start to the month, Hampson is hitting .381 (8-21) with a pair of homers over his last seven games.
Aug 22 2021Hampson will start in center field and bat seventh Sunday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson didn't start in Saturday's 5-2 win, but after coming off the bench and hitting a game-tying, two-run home run in the eighth inning, he'll be rewarded with his third start in four games to close out the series. Charlie Blackmon will bow out of the lineup to clear up a spot in the outfield for Hampson.
Aug 21 2021Hampson went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run, an additional run and a walk in Friday's win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson got the Rockies on the board in the first inning with a two-run, 426-foot blast. He showed off his wheels in the sixth, stealing second base after drawing a walk and then coming home to score on a Sam Hilliard triple. Hampson is slashing a modest .238/.292/.380 on the season but has contributed 15 thefts along with seven long balls.
Aug 11 2021Hampson will start in center field and bat eighth Thursday against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has now picked up four consecutive starts while playing three different positions (second base, third base and center field), but he likely won't be in store for steady playing time so long as Brendan Rodgers' hand injury doesn't result in him landing on the injured list. However, Hampson could have a path to regular at-bats in the outfield after Raimel Tapia (toe) was moved to the IL on Tuesday. Along with Hampson, Connor Joe and Yonathan Daza are also candidates to fill in for Tapia while Charlie Blackmon and Sam Hilliard typically occupy the other two outfield spots.
Aug 1 2021Hampson is not in the lineup Sunday against the Padres, Danielle Allentuck of The Denver Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson was seeing regular time in center field with Yonathan Daza (COVID-19 protocols) sidelined, but he's now on the bench for the third time in the past four games. Hampson was unable to take advantage and should now return to a reserve role with Daza back from the injured list, though it's Sam Hilliard starting in center field Sunday.
Jul 31 2021Hampson isn't starting Saturday against San Diego, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will be on the bench for the second time in the last three games after he went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts Friday. Sam Hilliard will start in center field and bat eighth.
Jul 29 2021Hampson is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson had started each of the last two games, and he went 0-for-6 with two runs, a stolen base, a walk and two strikeouts. Sam Hilliard will take his place in center field and bat sixth.
Jul 25 2021Hampson is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has been the primary replacement in center field since Yonathan Daza was placed on the COVID-19 injured list, but the 26-year-old filled in for an injured Brendan Rodgers (calf) at second base in his most recent start Saturday. Rodgers is back from a two-game absence in the series finale, while Sam Hilliard will cover center field in Hampson's stead.
Jul 21 2021Hampson isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson had filled in for Yonathan Daza (undisclosed) across the last four games, and he went 4-for-18 with a double, three runs, a walk and four strikeouts during that time. Sam Hilliard will start in center field and bat seventh.
Jul 18 2021Hampson will start in center field and bat leadoff Sunday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson looks to be the main beneficiary of Yonathan Daza's placement on the COVID-19-related injured list Friday. He'll pick up his third straight start in center field in place of Daza on Sunday after going 1-for-8 with a walk and a run scored in the first two games of the series.
Jul 10 2021Hampson went 2-for-5 with a stolen base and a strikeout as the Rockies defeated the Padres 3-0 on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson singled in the fifth and seventh and stole second on the latter occasion for his first swipe in over a month. The speedy middle infielder is now slashing .246/.297/.414 in 84 games.
Jun 30 2021Hampson went 4-for-5 with a double, two RBI and run scored in Wednesday's 6-2 win over Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson got the nod in center field as Yonathan Daza was given a breather. It marked his second straight multi-hit game after going hitless across his previous nine at-bats. With the Rockies getting multiple players back from injury recently, Hampson is currently without an everyday position. That being said, he could continue to see semi-regular playing time while serving in a utility role going forward.
Jun 17 2021Hampson went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk and two total runs scored in Thursday's 7-3 win over Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson went back-to-back after C.J. Cron's grand slam in the first inning Thursday. The 26-year-old Hampson is slashing .247/.301/.434 with six homers, 17 RBI, 36 runs scored and 12 stolen bases through 67 games. He doesn't have a clearly defined place in the lineup, but he should continue to compete for playing time with Brendan Rodgers at second base and Yonathan Daza in center field.
Jun 13 2021Hampson is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will take a seat for the second time in three games, and he could end up fading into more of a utility role following Trevor Story's recent return from the injured list. Rather than Hampson, Brendan Rodgers -- who will make his third straight start Sunday -- has stuck around in the lineup as the primary double-play partner for Story, and the hot-hitting Yonathan Daza looks to be ahead of Hampson on the depth chart in center field for the time being as well.
Jun 11 2021Hampson is out of the lineup Friday against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson is 11-for-32 with three doubles, two stolen bases, five runs and nine strikeouts over nine games in June, and he'll receive the day off Friday. Yonathan Daza will work in center field while Brendan Rodgers receives the start at second base.
Jun 6 2021Hampson is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson had been in the lineup in each of the past four games, making two starts at second base and two at shortstop while going 8-for-17 with two doubles, a stolen base, four runs and an RBI. Though he's been seeing most of his action in center field this season, Hampson may be called upon to get work in the middle infield until Trevor Story (elbow) returns from the injured list, likely on Tuesday.
Jun 3 2021Hampson went 4-for-5 with a pair of doubles, two runs scored and an RBI during Thursday's win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was nearly a perfect day at the plate for Hampson, who tallied a four-hit game for the second time in his career. On the season, the 26-year-old has cranked 12 doubles and six home runs while batting .245/.305/.435.
Jun 1 2021Hampson isn't starting Tuesday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will be out of the lineup for a third consecutive game, although he's pinch hit in each of the last two contests. Yonathan Daza will start in center field and bat second.
May 30 2021Hampson is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson sat the night cap of Saturday's doubleheader and will now be absent from the Rockies' starting nine for the second straight contest. No injury has been reported to this point, so it appears to just be consecutive games off for the outfielder.
May 29 2021Hampson isn't starting Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Pirates, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will get a breather after he went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts in the matinee. Yonathan Daza will start in center field and bat seventh.
May 23 2021Hampson is out of the lineup Sunday against the Diamondbacks, Danielle Allentuck of The Denver Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson started the past eight games but will head to the bench Sunday while mired in an 0-for-17 slump. Yonathan Daza will receive the start in center field for the Rockies in the series finale.
May 14 2021Hampson went 3-for-4 with a walk, a triple, a home run and an additional run scored in Friday's win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A late addition to the lineup after Raimel Tapia (thumb) was scratched, Hampson went on to pace the Rockies with eight total bases out of the leadoff spot. It was his second consecutive game with a long ball, giving him five to go along with seven steals through 36 games.
May 13 2021Hampson hit a solo home run during his only at-bat in Thursday's win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson extended Colorado's lead by taking Cionel Perez deep in the eighth inning. It was the fourth long ball of the season for the 26-year-old and his first since April 27, helping him to end a four-game hitting slump. Overall, Hampson is batting to the tune of .242/.304/.411.
May 12 2021Hampson is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson started in center field for Game 1 and went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored while batting second. Yonathan Daza will take over in center with lefty Blake Snell on the mound for the Friars.
May 9 2021Hampson is out of the lineup Sunday against the Cardinals, Danielle Allentuck of The Denver Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson started the past 10 games and had a .625 OPS during that stretch, and he'll head to the bench for Sunday's series finale. Yonathan Daza will start in center field and bat eighth for Colorado.
Apr 28 2021Hamspon went 2-for-2 with a solo home run Tuesday against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hamspon wasn't in the starting lineup, but he entered the game in the ninth inning as a pinch-hitter and promptly smacked a go-ahead home run. It was his third homer of the season, all of which have come in his last nine games. Hampson is now hitting .260/.314/.455 with nine RBI, 17 runs scored and five stolen bases across 86 plate appearances for the season.
Apr 27 2021Hampson will sit Tuesday against the Giants, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson sits after starting five straight games. He's hitting just .240/.298/.400 on the season and is on pace for his third straight year with an OPS below .700, but he does at least have five steals. Ryan McMahon moves to second base in his absence, with Josh Fuentes starting at third.
Apr 23 2021Hampson went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 5-4 victory over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson came up big for the Rockies in the eighth inning, drilling a 411-foot solo shot to left field to tie the score. Colorado went on to win the game in the next frame on a Raimel Tapia walkoff home run. Hampson has been a productive performer so far this season, slashing .270/.324/.429 with two long balls, eight RBI and five stolen bases.
Apr 21 2021Hampson went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and two runs scored in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson hit a double in second inning, stole third and scored on Dom Nunez's RBI single. In the sixth, Hampson got aboard with a single and scored on Nunez's double. Through 16 games, Hampson has five stolen bases, a homer, seven RBI, 14 runs scored and a .254/.313/.373 slash line. His versatility on defense will allow him to maintain a fair amount of playing time.
Apr 20 2021Hampson will be on the bench for Tuesday's game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson finds himself out of the lineup for the second time in four games after starting 12 of the first 13 contests. His .236/.302/.345 line doesn't exactly suggest he deserves an everyday role, though he's at least helped fantasy teams out with four steals. Yonathan Daza starts in center field in his absence.
Apr 17 2021Hampson is not in the lineup for the afternoon portion of Saturday's doubleheader against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will sit for just the second game this season, though those who have him on their fantasy teams may not mind that he'll avoid facing Jacob deGrom. He'll likely return to the lineup for the nightcap against the far less intimidating Joey Lucchesi.
Apr 15 2021Hampson went 1-for-5 with a home run and two strikeouts in Thursday's loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Ryan McMahon hit his sixth long ball, Hampson finally hit his first, a solo shot in the third inning off lefty Julio Urias. Hampson had a .047 ISO entering this game and still only has a .637 OPS on the season, but he's running from atop the order (four steals) the light should remain green on this squad with essentially nothing to lose.
Apr 11 2021Hampson will bat leadoff and man second base Sunday against the Giants, Danielle Allentuck of The Denver Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After hitting eighth Opening Day, Hampson has now batted first or second in the order in eight consecutive contests, including five straight turns out of the leadoff spot. The promotion up the batting order has provided Hampson with more running opportunities, with the 26-year-old going 4-for-5 in his stolen-base attempts on the season. Hampson is still sitting on a rather underwhelming .324 on-base average for the season, so he may need to show improvement at the plate to ensure he sticks atop the lineup for an extended period.
Apr 8 2021Hampson went 2-for-3 with two singles, two walks, three steals, an RBI and three runs scored in Wednesday's 8-0 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson stuffed the stat sheet Wednesday, delivering his most complete game in recent memory. The 26-year-old stole second each of the first three times he got on base. Hampson had not stolen a bag this season prior to Wednesday, so it was a pleasant surprise to see him do it three times in one game. He's fared particularly well in the leadoff spot thus far, gathering at least one hit in five of six games while totaling five RBI and six runs.
Apr 4 2021Hampson went 1-for-3 with a double, a walk and two RBI in the 4-2 loss to the Dodgers on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson's two-run double got the Rockies on the board and within two runs in the eighth inning. The 26-year-old is looking to improve on a 2020 season in which he started out hot, but ultimately batted .234 with 60 strikeouts in 184 at-bats. His defensive versatility allows himself to be in the lineup consistently for more plate appearances.
Apr 2 2021Hampson is out of the lineup for Friday's game versus the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson started in center field Opening Day and will head to the bench after going 1-for-3 with two runs, one RBI and one walk. Chris Owings will start in center field Friday with right-hander Trevor Bauer on the mound for Los Angeles.
Mar 25 2021Hampson went 1-for-2 with a walk, two stolen bases and two runs in Wednesday's 9-8 spring win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson batted second in Wednesday's lineup and hit a bunt single in the first inning before stealing two bases. He's mainly been playing in center field this spring but could also fill in at second base over the first few weeks of the season with Brendan Rodgers (hamstring) sidelined. The 26-year-old has posted a .408 on-base percentage with four RBI, four stolen bases and 10 runs across 18 Cactus League games.
Mar 13 2021Hampson has gone 5-for-20 with four runs, two RBI, one stolen base and one strikeout over his first nine Cactus League games in 2021. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has a chance to play at second base this season, but he's primarily played center field early in camp while Brendan Rodgers carves out playing time at the keystone, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. Hampson had a hot start to the season in 2020 but faltered down the stretch while being moved throughout the batting order. The 26-year-old has been focusing on showcasing his speed more this spring and should have a more consistent role near the bottom of the batting order. While most of his playing time to begin the season could come in center field, Hampson's defensive versatility should allow him to carve out regular at-bats between the outfield and at second base.
Feb 17 2021Hampson is "in the mix" in center field to begin spring training, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Bud Black said Wednesday that the center field position is "open" heading into 2021, and Hampson is certainly an option to play at the position to begin the regular season. If he moves to the outfield, Ryan McMahon and Brendan Rodgers (shoulder) would compete for the starting job at second base ahead of Opening Day. Hampson appeared in 53 games for the Rockies during the 2020 campaign, slashing .234/.287/.383 with five home runs and 11 RBI.
Sep 16 2020Hampson is not starting Wednesday against Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has now been on the bench against the last three righties the Rockies have faced, including Mike Fiers in this one. Ryan McMahon has been the second baseman on each occasion and remains there Wednesday.
Sep 12 2020Hampson isn't in Saturday's lineup against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will sit for a second consecutive game after going 0-for-7 with four strikeouts over the last two games. Ryan McMahon will shift to second base with Josh Fuentes starting at first.
Sep 11 2020Hampson is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson owns a solid .771 OPS on the season, but he's gone 0-for-7 with four strikeouts in his last two starts. Ryan McMahon will get the start at second base in his absence.
Sep 7 2020Hampson isn't in Monday's lineup against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson was dominant Sunday as he went 2-for-4 with a triple, one RBI and a stolen base against the Dodgers, and he'll take a breather for Monday's series opener against San Diego. Ryan McMahon will shift to second base with Daniel Murphy starting at first.
Sep 6 2020Hampson went 2-for-4 with a stolen base, an RBI triple and a run scored in Sunday's 7-6 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson scored after reaching on an infield single and stealing second in the fifth inning. In the sixth, Hampson tripled to playe Kevin Pillar. The speedy Hampson is up to four steals, five homers, 10 RBI and 22 runs scored while slashing .274/.331/.487 in 34 contests.
Sep 1 2020Hampson went 2-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs in a 23-5 loss to the Giants on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Colorado had no answer for the Giants' bulldozing offense in the contest, but Hampson at least put up a murmur of protest with his two-homer night. Both long balls came off San Francisco starter Kevin Gausman, who gave up no other hits in his five innings. Hampson now has four homers and eight RBI on the season to go along with a .258/.324/.454 slash line.
Aug 31 2020Hampson is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson started at shortstop in Sunday's loss to San Diego and moved to center field later in the contest. Matt Kemp will get the start at designated hitter Monday, shifting Daniel Murphy to first base and Ryan McMahon to the keystone.
Aug 28 2020Hampson is out of the lineup Friday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson started the past five games in center field and went 4-for-19 with a home run, three runs and two RBI. Sam Hilliard will start in center field Friday for Colorado.
Aug 27 2020Hampson is not starting Thursday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson is hitting just .189 over his past 10 appearances, so he'll head to the bench for Thursday's series finale to clear his head. In his absence, Ryan McMahon is covering second base and hitting sixth.
Aug 24 2020Hampson is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This marks Hampson's third absence in the Rockies' last five games. Colorado is facing off against a lefty Tuesday (Alex Young) and Hampson will likely be in the lineup -- quite possibly in the leadoff spot -- but it's clear the Rockies are intent on working in Brendan Rodgers, Matt Kemp and Sam Hilliard. Thus Hampson remains without a full-time role.
Aug 21 2020Hampson isn't in the lineup Friday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will retreat to the bench for the second consecutive game with Raimel Tapia taking over in left field. Hampson has gone just 1-for-12 with five strikeouts and one stolen base over his past three contests.
Aug 20 2020Hampson is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Astros, Jenny Cavnar of AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Sam Hilliard will get the nod at center field while Hampson retreats to the bench, ending a streak of 13 consecutive starts for the 25-year-old. During that 13-game stretch, Hampson established himself as the Rockies' everyday leadoff man by slashing .278/.350/.444 with a home run, 10 runs, three steals and two RBI.
Aug 17 2020Hampson went 0-for-2 with a stolen base and two walks in Monday's 2-1 loss to the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson drew a leadoff walk to begin the first inning and then stole second, but couldn't come around to score. The 25-year-old is slashing .309/.381/.491 with a homer, three RBI, 13 runs scored and three stolen bases in 17 contests.
Aug 12 2020Hampson went 2-for-5 with a triple, double and a run scored Tuesday in the Rockies' 8-7 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson drew his sixth straight start and his fifth in a row out of the leadoff spot, supplanting the slumping David Dahl for those duties. Since moving atop the lineup, Hampson has gone 2-for-2 on stolen-base attempts, and if he's able to come close to maintaining his .350 on-base percentage, he should continue to benefit from plenty of running opportunities. He'll hit leadoff again in Wednesday's series finale and man center field while Sam Hilliard checks out of the starting nine.
Aug 9 2020Hampson will lead off and bat second base Sunday against the Mariners, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rockies appear to have settled on Hampson as their new leadoff man against left-handers, as he'll sit atop the lineup for a third straight game. He's gone 1-for-7 with a home run and three walks in the first two games of the series in Seattle.
Aug 7 2020Hampson went 1-for-4 with a solo home run, two RBI and a walk during Friday's win against Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson launched his first homer of the season on a fly ball to left center field in the seventh inning. He also knocked in an RBI in the third inning with an infield groundout. Hampson, who has been fighting to secure a spot in the lineup, is hitting .278/.333/.556 in 18 at-bats.
Aug 2 2020Hampson is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson has started in only three of the Rockies' eight games to date, which suggests the team views him as more of a utility man than an everyday player. Other than having Ian Desmond (personal) opt out of the 2020 season, the Rockies have otherwise had all their key position players available since Opening Day, leaving Hampson without a clear avenue to regular at-bats.
Jul 19 2020Hampson likely will begin the season in a reserve role and could operate as a utility player, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The addition of the designated hitter to the National League this season should bring additional opportunities, but it appears to be a more indirect benefit for the 25-year-old. Beyond the utility usage, Hampson should see somewhat regular time at the keystone as starter Ryan McMahon should cover first base when Daniel Murphy serves as the DH. However, top prospect Brendan Rodgers and veteran Chris Owings are also in the mix as options at second base.
Mar 24 2020Hampson is battling for a bench role and could see time in the outfield and middle infield if he makes the big-league roster, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The delay to start of the season complicates Hampson's situation, as top-prospect Brendan Rodgers (shoulder) may be fully healthy by the time games resume. On the other hand, Hampson's ability to play up the middle -- both in the infield and outfield -- could help him earn a bench role. He didn't do much to bolster his case in exhibition action, hitting just .226/.286/.290 with eight strikeouts in 35 plate appearances.
Sep 25 2019Hampson went 3-for-6 with a pair of solo home runs and two walks in Tuesday's 16-inning victory over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson went deep in the first inning to kick off the scoring and clubbed another long ball to break a 4-4 tie in the eighth. After hitting only three home runs through the first 120 games of his big-league career, the 24-year-old has suddenly found his power stroke, going yard four times in the last four games. Hampson is doing his best to leave a strong impression upon the Rockies as he vies for a starting job next season, slashing .371/.435/.677 with five homers, seven RBI, 16 runs scored, seven stolen bases and a 1.112 OPS in September.
Sep 22 2019Hampson went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in a loss to the Dodgers on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson put the Rockies on the board with a solo homer to center field in the first inning. The 24-year-old was hitting only .218 on Sept. 10 but has raised his average to .247 over his last 10 games by going 16-for-38. He has also slugged three homers while racking up five steals over that span.
Sep 21 2019Hampson went 1-for-3 with a stolen base, a run and a walk in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson drew a one-out walk in the third inning and then promptly stole second to get into scoring position. He came around to score on a Raimel Tapia single. Speed has been Hampson's best asset, as he's recorded five stolen bases in his last six games, while hitting .500 (10-for-20) in that span. For the year, the 24-year-old has a .247/.303/.369 slash line, five homers, 36 runs scored and 23 RBI over 289 plate appearances.
Sep 20 2019Hampson went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a stolen base and another run scored in Friday's loss at Dodger Stadium. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson extended the Rockies' lead with a 392-foot solo homer off Clayton Kershaw in the fourth inning. He also reached on a infield single, stole second and scored on an RBI single by Tony Wolters in the first. The long ball was his fifth of the season while batting .246/.300/.369 with 12 stolen bases across 97 games. Thanks to his recent power surge at the plate, Hampson is expected to see ample playing time during the final stretch of the regular season.
Sep 17 2019Hampson is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson will head to the bench after a productive stretch of five consecutive starts, during which he compiled 11 hits in 22 at-bats while chipping in a stolen base, eight runs and three RBI. The offensive surge has helped Hampson lift his season average from .218 to .243 and should allow him to see steady playing time in the Rockies' final 11 games of the campaign.
Sep 16 2019Hampson went 3-for-4 with a walk, stolen base and three runs Sunday in the Rockies' 10-5 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hampson started each of the Rockies' last four games and has taken advantage of the regular run, going 8-for-18 with seven runs over that stretch. He'll stick in the lineup as the No. 7 hitter for Monday's series opener with the Mets and looks poised to benefit from steady run in center field or the middle infield while he's wielding a hot bat.
Sep 8 2019Hampson will start in center field and bat sixth Sunday against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll remain in the lineup for the seventh time in eight games, with four of those starts coming in center field. Hampson should continue to benefit from steady work in the outfield so long as David Dahl (ankle) is on the shelf, making the rookie someone worth taking a look at for fantasy managers in need of an infusion of speed. Over his last 10 games, Hampson is batting .280 with three stolen bases.
Aug 26 2019Hampson went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk Sunday in the Rockies' 11-4 loss to the Cardinals.
Aug 25 2019Hampson will start in center field and bat eighth Sunday against the Cardinals.
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Jul 22 2018Hampson will start at second base and bat seventh Sunday against the Diamondbacks, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.With Hampson drawing starts on back-to-back days after being promoted from Triple-A Albuquerque on Saturday, it appears he may be in line for an extended look at the keystone while DJ LeMahieu (oblique) is on the mend. In his MLB debut in the Rockies' 6-5 win, Hampson went 1-for-3 with a double, walk, RBI and a run scored.
Jul 21 2018Hampson's contract was selected by the Rockies on Saturday and will make his major-league debut, batting seventh and playing second base against the Diamondbacks, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports.Hampson was the Rockies' third-round pick back in 2016 and has hit over .300 at every stop in the minor-leagues, including a .306/.366/.443 line at Triple-A Albuquerque this season. In addition to making good contact, Hampson has excellent speed, swiping 120 bags at an 84% success rate in 286 career minor-league games. D.J. Lemahieu (oblique) was placed on the 10-day disabled list in a corresponding move, with Daniel Castro being designated for assignment to clear room on the 40-man roster.
Jun 13 2018Hampson is hitting .310/.419/.448 with one home run and seven steals on 11 attempts through 106 plate appearances since being promoted to Triple-A Albuquerque.His 19:16 K:BB over that stretch really showcases how comfortable he is at the plate against Pacific Coast League pitching. Hampson beat Brendan Rodgers to Triple-A, meaning he has a good chance to beat Rodgers to the big leagues if a spot in the middle infield were to open up this summer or next season. In addition to second base (12 starts) and shortstop (nine starts), Hampson has played two games in center field at Triple-A, so he could end up being the Rockies' super utility player at some point in the relatively near future, getting close to everyday at-bats while shifting around the diamond. After going 19-for-20 on stolen-base attempts at Double-A, his success rate has taken a hit against Triple-A batteries, although it's a pretty small sample size. He grades out as a plus-plus runner, and should steal 20-plus bases annually in his peak seasons.
Mar 20 2018Hampson was reassigned to minor-league camp Tuesday.As many prospects do, Hampson killed the ball at High-A Lancaster last season, producing a .326 batting average and eight homers to go with 51 stolen bases. The 23-year-old found some success in big-league spring training, batting .278 with five steals, but he stood little chance of actually breaking camp with Colorado. He'll head back to the minors, likely to spend much of the season with Double-A Hartford.
Jan 29 2018Hampson has been invited to the Rockies' major-league camp this spring.Hampson will join fellow prospects Brendan Rodgers and Brian Mundell at big-league camp as the Rockies give their top young talent a look against major-league competition. He hit an impressive .326/.387/.462 with 51 stolen bases in 127 games for High-A Lancaster in 2017, though those numbers become less attractive when looking at his age (22) and home park (Lancaster). While Hampson has the potential to become a 30-steal second baseman, there will be a lot of pressure on him to continue hitting as a 23-year-old at Double-A, where he's expected to open the 2018 campaign.
Jun 17 2017Hampson has stolen 19 bases in 23 attempts with three home runs while slashing .319/.386/.436 with High-A Lancaster.Hampson continues to show why speed was his best quality coming out of college, swiping bases whenever the chance arises. He also has 13 doubles and four triples to go along with the stolen bases as evidence to the speed he possesses. At 22 years old, the shortstop out of Long Beach State appears to be well on his way to making his major-league debut within the next few years.