Nolan Jones
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Jun 29 2025Jones is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With southpaw Matthew Liberatore on the bump for the Cardinals, Jones will join fellow left-handed hitters Bo Naylor, Kyle Manzardo and Daniel Schneemann on the bench. Johnathan Rodriguez will replace Jones as the Guardians' starting right fielder.
Jun 26 2025Jones is not in the lineup for Thursday's contest versus the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the first time since May 26 that Jones is out of the lineup against a right-hander. Lane Thomas is in right field and Angel Martinez is in center field for the Guardians in the series finale.
Jun 23 2025Jones went 1-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Sunday's 3-0 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones doubled in the second run of Cleveland's two-run second inning. He's stayed healthy this season following an injury-laden 2024, but health has not brought back Jones' rookie form of 2023, when he had a .931 OPS with 20 home runs and 20 steals. He's batting .216/.302/.324 with three homers, four steals and 19 RBI through 68 games. On a brighter note, Jones' OPS has improved each month with his .740 for the month June outpacing that of March/April (.570) and May (.616).
Jun 14 2025Jones went 2-for-3 with an RBI double, a walk and a stolen base in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones got the Guardians on the board with his RBI double in the fourth inning. He has gone 3-for-5 with two walks and two extra-base hits over the last two games. The outfielder still has a paltry .220/.309/.333 slash line with four steals, three home runs, 18 RBI and 13 runs scored over 182 plate appearances, but he may be finding his swing at the plate. Jones is still likely to be limited to a strong-side platoon role in the outfield.
Jun 13 2025Jones went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and a walk in Friday's 7-2 loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones went 0-for-8 with two walks and three strikes over his previous five games, though he was mostly limited to pinch-hitting duties during a stretch of four straight left-handed starters facing the Guardians. He had previously been holding down a near-everyday role to begin June, but Johnathan Rodriguez is platooning with Jones in right field now. Jones' second stint in Cleveland isn't going all that well, as he has a .212/.299/.321 slash line with three homers, 17 RBI, 12 runs scored, three stolen bases, six doubles and a triple over 178 plate appearances.
Jun 2 2025Jones went 2-for-3 with two RBI in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones delivered a two-run single in the fourth inning plated the Guardians final two runs. He's hit safely in four straight, with three of those being multi-hit efforts, and knocked in at least one run in those four contests. After enduring a season-opening slump, Jones appears to be getting on track. Over the last 16 games, the outfielder is 16-for-48 (.333) with 10 RBI. The surge has lifted him above the Mendoza line for the first time since Opening Day.
May 29 2025Jones entered Wednesday's game after left fielder Steven Kwan (wrist) was removed and went 3-for-3 with two RBI and a run scored in a 7-4 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones delivered a two-run single as part of the Guardians' five-run uprising in the eighth inning. He's largely scuffled through the first two months of the season, and Wednesday's effort upped his average to .194 with 12 RBI across 50 games. Kwan's injury is described as inflammation, and it's unclear how much time he'll need. Jones is one of several candidates that can fill in at left field, but Kwan could be back following the team's day off Thursday.
May 26 2025Jones isn't part of the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Jones will take a seat for the second time in three days -- both absences have come against right-handed starters -- as Steven Kwan, Angel Martinez and Daniel Schneemann fill the outfield from left to right Monday. Jones has been utilized in a platoon with Jhonkensy Noel, making his recent absences from the starting lineup against RHP worth noting.
May 24 2025Jones is not in the Guardians' starting lineup against the Tigers on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones will be on the bench for the start of Saturday's contest after going 0-for-4 with one strikeout during Friday's win. Jhonkensy Noel will start in right field and bat ninth.
May 7 2025Jones will start in right field and bat eighth in Wednesday's game against the Nationals, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being withheld from the lineup in matchups against right-handed pitching last Thursday and Friday, the left-handed-hitting Jones looked as though he might have moved behind Jhonkensy Noel on the depth chart in right field. However, the playing time has since tilted back in Jones' favor, with the 27-year-old now getting his fifth start in as many games Wednesday. Jones is still holding down a weak .596 OPS for the season, so he'll likely need to start raking to build up some job security.
May 6 2025Jones went 2-for-4 with a double and a solo home run in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Both extra-base hits came off Jake Irvin, including a second-inning blast that landed in the second deck in right field at Nationals Park. The performance snapped an 0-for-14 slump for Jones, but he wasn't able to follow it up, going 0-for-3 with a walk and a run scored in the nightcap. On the season, Jones has stumbled to a .167/.286/.310 slash line with two homers, three steals, seven runs and 14 RBI in 32 contests.
May 2 2025Jones is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones appears to be losing his spot as the Guardians' preferred option against right-handed pitching. Jhonkensy Noel is once again making the start in right field for a second straight day against a right-handed starter. Across 83 plate appearances this season, Jones sports an ugly .169/.289/.282 slash line with one home run and five RBI.
May 1 2025Jones is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians typically hold the left-handed-hitting Jones out of the lineup against left-handed pitching, but he'll sit Thursday against right-hander Simeon Woods Richardson, which will allow Jhonkensy Noel to pick up a start in right field. Though Jones still looks to be the preferred option in the strong side of a platoon, he hasn't exactly mashed against right-handed pitching this season, slashing .194/.286/.323 (78 wRC+) in those matchups.
Apr 20 2025Jones went 2-for-3 with a walk and a double in Saturday's 3-0 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second straight game, Guardians manager Stephen Vogt inserted a slumping outfielder into the two spot in the batting order, and each time, the player responded with a pair of hits. Jones' turn followed Lane Thomas, who snapped a hitless skid with a pair of hits Friday. Jones entered Saturday's contest with one hit over his previous 12 at-bats and a .140 batting average overall.
Apr 16 2025Jones is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians are facing a right-hander (Dean Kremer) on Wednesday, but the lefty-hitting Jones will be on the bench while Cleveland manager Stephen Vogt opens up room in the outfield for the hot-hitting Angel Martinez, who has gone 8-for-14 at the dish since his call-up from Triple-A Columbus a week ago. Once Martinez's bat cools, Jones could re-emerge as the Guardians' preferred option in right field against right-handed pitching.
Apr 13 2025Jones is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With southpaw Cole Ragans taking the hill for Kansas City, Jones will exit the lineup for the second time in the series. The Guardians will deploy a starting outfield of Steven Kwan, Angel Martinez and Jhonkensy Noel from left to right.
Apr 11 2025Jones started in center field and went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in Thursday's 6-1 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones remained in center field as the replacement for the injured Lane Thomas (wrist). His seventh-inning single ended an 0-for-15 slump, and the steal was his first of the year against one caught stealing. Jones, who is slashing .133/.278/.200, had been platooning with Jhonkensy Noel (.160/.214/.160) in right field prior to Thomas' injury.
Apr 10 2025Jones started in center field and went 0-for-2 with two walks in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones slid from right field to center with Lane Thomas (wrist) nursing an injury. Jones has managed to work six walks over 32 plate appearances but is hitless in his last 12 at-bats.
Apr 9 2025Jones returned to the starting lineup Tuesday and went 0-for-2 with two walks and an RBI in a win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones literally walked off the White Sox with a bases-loaded walk that pushed in the lone run of the game. He's shared right field with righty-swinging Jhonkensy Noel, who started Sunday against a lefty. Neither player has done much at the dish, which could eventually result in a change. Jones is 3-for-24 (.125) with 10 strikeouts over 24 at-bats, while Noel is batting .059 (1-for-17).
Apr 6 2025Jones is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has collected just three hits with 10 strikeouts through his first 23 plate appearances of the season, and he'll hit the bench Sunday versus Halos lefty Tyler Anderson. Jhonkensy Noel will take over in right field for the series finale.
Apr 2 2025Jones started in right field and went 2-for-4 with a double in Wednesday's 5-2 loss to San Diego. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones is settling in after being acquired by the Guardians late in spring training. He had his best offensive game of the young season Wednesday after a 1-for-11 stretch with seven strikeouts over his first three outings. Jones is holding down the strong side of a platoon in right field.
Mar 24 2025Jones is expected to see the bulk of his playing time in right field against right-handed pitching, Tim Stebbins of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians acquired Jones via trade Saturday and sent Will Brennan down Monday, effectively replacing the latter with the former as the strong side of a platoon in right field. Jhonkensy Noel is likely to start in right field versus left-handers. Jones exiting Coors Field isn't ideal on the surface, but Progressive Field ranked fourth in baseball for home runs for left-handed batters last season, per Baseball Savant's Park Factors.
Mar 22 2025Jones was traded from the Rockies to the Guardians in exchange for Tyler Freeman on Saturday, SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones came up through the Guardians' minor-league system and had a fair amount of expectations as a prospect. He had a breakout 2023 season in Colorado after being dealt by Cleveland, only to fall flat in 2024 due to a number of injuries. Jones will look to bounce back in his reunion with the Guardians and should occupy a large-side platoon in right field.
Mar 9 2025Jones has gone 5-for-16 across his last six Cactus League games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has started to turn things around after beginning spring training 0-for-13 with four strikeouts. He has still yet to record an extra-base hit, which is a concern after his power evaporated in an injury-plagued 2024 season. Nevertheless, Jones will be a marquee member of the Rockies' lineup and should be an everyday player so long as he can remain healthy.
Sep 24 2024Jones is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones is slashing just .179/.283/.179 in September, but managed two hits and two RBI on the weekend. With the left fielder taking a seat Tuesday, Sam Hilliard has the start and is batting seventh.
Sep 23 2024Jones went 1-for-4 with two RBI on Sunday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has had a rough season, and there haven't been many signs of him turning things around as he's hitting only .224 with a 28.4 percent strikeout rate in 25 games since returning from the injured list Aug. 20. He did manage to make an impact in Sunday's loss, highlighted by an RBI single in the third inning, and he has driven in three runs across his last five appearances.
Sep 18 2024Jones is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones started the first two games of the series, going 0-for-5 with a couple walks. He'll get the day off Wednesday against lefty Eduardo Rodriguez, with Sam Hilliard taking over in left field.
Sep 14 2024Jones isn't in the Rockies' lineup for Saturday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones will get a breather Saturday after going 0-for-4 with two strikeouts during a victory in Friday's series opener. While he watches from the dugout, Jordan Beck, Brenton Doyle and Jake Cave will start in Colorado's outfield.
Sep 12 2024Jones is not in the lineup for Thursday's game in Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-handed-hitting Jones will unsurprisingly take a seat against southpaw Tarik Skubal and has now been out of the lineup three times out of the last four games. Jordan Beck will start in left field for the Rockies on Thursday.
Sep 10 2024Jones is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game in Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the second straight game that Jones' name has been absent from the lineup after he went just 3-for-17 with 10 strikeouts in his first five contests this month. Sam Hilliard is in left field for the Rockies in the series opener.
Sep 8 2024Jones is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Brewers, Patrick Lyons of JustBaseball.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones will begin Sunday's contest in the dugout after going 1-for-7 with six strikeouts across the first two games of the series. Jake Cave, Sam Hilliard and Jordan Beck will man the outfield for the series finale.
Sep 3 2024Jones is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's game in Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With southpaw Chris Sale taking the ball for Atlanta, the left-handed hitting Jones will begin this one on the bench. Jordan Beck will patrol left field for the Rockies in the series opener.
Aug 30 2024Jones is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Jones will take a seat Friday despite right-hander Albert Suarez taking the mound for Baltimore. Jones had started five of the Rockies' previous six games against right-handed pitchers. Jordan Beck will fill left field Friday.
Aug 27 2024Jones is not in the lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It looks to be a routine day off for Jones, who is just 5-for-25 at the plate since coming off the injured list a week ago. Jordan Beck will patrol left field for the Rockies on Tuesday.
Aug 25 2024Jones went 1-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Sunday's 10-3 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has gone 5-for-22 (.227) with two doubles and four RBI over six games since he returned from a back strain. The outfielder had not logged a stolen base since June 15, and he hadn't attempted one since July 11, which was one game before his second stint on the injured list with back issues this year. He's now at a .205/.304/.314 slash line with three home runs, 18 RBI, 19 runs scored and four steals across 215 plate appearances, a far cry from the .297/.389/.542 line with 20 homers and 20 steals he posted in his breakout campaign a year ago.
Aug 18 2024The Rockies reinstated Jones (back) from the 10-day injured list Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones was placed on the injured list just before the All-Star break due to a low-back strain. He made 13 outings during his rehab assignment and slashed .333/.455/.733 with four home runs and 14 RBI across 54 plate appearances over that span. Jones should regain his starting job in left field and form a platoon with the righty-hitting Jordan Beck. To make room on the 26-man roster for Jones, Colorado optioned Hunter Goodman to Triple-A Albuquerque.
Aug 9 2024Jones (back) resumed his rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque on Thursday, coming off the bench and drawing a walk in his lone plate appearance. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old outfielder had been on de facto paternity leave since Saturday, per TheDNVR.com. Jones has now gone 5-for-16 with two home runs and six walks through the first six games of his rehab assignment, but he could end up sticking around with Albuquerque through the weekend as he looks to regain his timing at the plate following the brief shutdown. Once activated from the 10-day injured list, Jones should displace Jake Cave as the Rockies' top option in left field.
Jul 30 2024Jones (back) appeared in a game with Single-A Fresno to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run while serving as the designated hitter. There's no timeline for his return, though he should be activated in the coming days barring a setback.
Jul 19 2024Jones (back) participated in batting practice ahead of Friday's game against the Giants, Patrick Lyons of JustBaseball.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones remains without a return timeline after landing on the injured list Saturday due to a lower-back strain, though his return to BP is a sign that he's trending in the right direction. Until the 26-year-old is able to return, Sam Hilliard and Sean Bouchard will continue to split reps in left field.
Jul 13 2024Colorado placed Jones (back) on the 10-day injured list Saturday, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones was scratched from Friday's starting lineup with what has subsequently been deemed a low-back strain. The outfielder's placement on the 10-day IL is retroactive to July 12, so he'll be eligible to return for the series opener against Boston on the first Monday after the All-Star break. The Rockies recalled outfielder Sean Bouchard from Triple-A as part of a series of moves.
Jul 12 2024Jones was scratched from the Rockies' lineup ahead of Friday's game versus the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rockies haven't yet provided a reason for Jones' removal from Friday's starting nine, but an explanation should be offered shortly. In the meantime, Sam Hilliard will step in to cover left field.
Jul 8 2024Jones is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Jones will retreat to the bench for the series opener in Cincinnati while southpaw Andrew Abbott takes the hill for the Reds. Hunter Goodman will get the start in left field in place of Jones, who is getting on base at a .355 clip but has provided few counting statistics (two home runs, one stolen base, seven RBI, six runs) in his 21 games since he returned from the injured list in mid-June.
Jul 6 2024Jones isn't in the Rockies' lineup for Saturday's game against the Royals, Luke Zahlmann of The Denver Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has gone just 1-for-13 with seven strikeouts over his last four games, and the Rockies will give him a chance to clear his head Saturday. Sam Hilliard will get the nod to start in left field instead while batting ninth.
Jun 30 2024Jones went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run Saturday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones entered Saturday's game having collected just one hit across his last 15 at-bats. He ended that short slump with a two-run homer in the fifth inning, his second long ball since returning from the injured list June 14. Jones is still working on finding his rhythm this season after missing around six weeks due to knee and back injuries, but he is now hitting .250 since being activated.
Jun 21 2024Jones went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Friday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones missed consecutive games with an illness but returned to the lineup to hit sixth Friday. He tallied his second home run of the season and has seven hits across 18 at-bats with only three strikeouts since being activated from the injured list June 14.
Jun 20 2024Jones (illness) is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Dodgers, Luke Zahlmann of The Denver Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones will take a seat for the second day in a row while he recovers from an illness. Sean Bouchard will fill in for Jones in left field while batting second.
Jun 19 2024Jones was scratched from the Rockies' lineup before Wednesday's game against the Dodgers due to illness, Luke Zahlmann of The Denver Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones was reportedly feeling unwell ahead of Wednesday's contest, so he'll step out of the lineup and use the day to recover. Sean Bouchard will instead serve as Colorado's left fielder and bat sixth.
Jun 17 2024Jones went 3-for-4 with an RBI on Sunday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones started in his second straight game since returning from the injured list and has hit fifth and sixth in the order. He delivered his first three-hit effort and only sixth multi-knock performance of the campaign in 29 starts. That provides some hope that he's now fully healthy and prepared to improve upon his .196 average and .587 OPS.
Jun 15 2024Jones went 0-for-2 with two walks Friday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones was activated from the injured list Friday after missing roughly six weeks due to back and knee injuries. He hit fifth in the order, which was a common spot in the lineup for him before he was sidelined. Jones will now seek to get his season on track, as he has just a .167/.252/.271 line with one home run and two stolen bases across 107 plate appearances.
Jun 14 2024Jones (knee) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones landed on the injured list April 30 due to back stiffness. His initial rehab assignment was halted May 21 due to right knee soreness stemming from a slide, but he was able to resume activities June 3. Across his 12 rehab games with Triple-A Albuquerque, Jones went 9-for-42 with six runs, one home run and six RBI. He is starting in left field and batting fifth for Friday's game against the Pirates. To make room for Jones, Colorado placed Elias Diaz on the 10-day IL with a left calf strain, retroactive to June 11.
Jun 11 2024The Rockies elected not to activate Jones (knee/back) from the 10-day injured list Monday as previously planned, as the club determined that the outfielder needs more time in the minors to find his proper swing, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Before he was placed on the IL on April 30 with a low-back strain, Jones had gotten off to a disappointing start to the season, slashing just .170/.243/.277 with a 35.9 percent strikeout rate over 103 plate appearances. After starting up a rehab assignment in mid-May, Jones played in just three games before being shut down with a left knee injury, but he was cleared to report back to Triple-A Albuquerque on June 2. Though Jones hasn't reported any issues with his back or knee since returning to action, he's still hitting just .231 with a 36.7 percent strikeout rate in his seven games during the second rehab assignment. The Rockies likely want to see Jones find some success in the minors prior to activating him, so the 26-year-old could remain with Albuquerque through at least Thursday before the Rockies return home Friday to begin a series with the Pirates.
Jun 3 2024Jones (knee) began a new rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones originally landed on the injured list April 30 with a back issue, but he then injured his knee during his original rehab assignment. It's now the latter issue that is keeping him sidelined, though he played with Albuquerque on Sunday and went 0-for-2 with a walk while also being hit with a pitch and serving as the designated hitter.
May 28 2024Jones (back/knee) took batting practice and completed light outfield drills prior to Monday's game, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was significant progress for Jones, marking the first time he swung a bat since his first rehab assignment was halted when he experienced knee inflammation. The next step will be running the bases, but that could be the final benchmark before he embarks on a second rehab stint in the minors.
May 24 2024Jones (back/knee) has yet to resume baseball activity, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Bud Black shared the update Friday, saying Jones had resumed running but has yet to swing a bat. He described that activity as being "a handful of days away." That leaves Jones' timeline to return murky, though it seems unlikely he'll be activated before June.
May 21 2024Jones (back) has had his rehab assignment at Triple-A Albuquerque paused because of right knee soreness stemming from a slide, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A MRI came back clean for Jones, who hasn't played for Albuquerque since Friday. The outfielder was placed on the 10-day injured list April 30 with a lower-back strain and had just started his rehab assignment Wednesday. It seemed like the 26-year-old was nearing a return and was trending toward being activated after Albuquerque's game Sunday, but this latest development scuttled that timeline.
May 18 2024Jones (back) is expected to be recalled from his rehab assignment following Sunday's game with Triple-A Albuquerque, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has appeared in three games with Albuquerque, starting twice in left field and once at designated hitter. He's lined up for a fourth appearance Sunday and will rejoin the big-league club as it travels to Oakland. Assuming all goes according to plan, it appears that Jones will be activated for the first game of the series on Tuesday.
May 16 2024Jones (back) began a rehab assignment at Triple-A Albuquerque on Wednesday and went 0-for-3 with a strikeout and an RBI. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones received three plate appearances and played five innings in left field in his first game action since he landed on the 10-day injured list in late April with a low-back strain. He shouldn't need too many rehab games before being activated since he hasn't been sidelined for an extended period, but the Rockies haven't provided a firm target date for his return to the big club. The 26-year-old has slashed a disappointing .170/.243/.277 with one home run and two stolen bases over 103 plate appearances this season.
May 13 2024Jones (back) will join Triple-A Albuquerque on Tuesday but will not immediately begin a rehab assignment, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones is traveling to Albuquerque with Kris Bryant (back), but he's behind his teammate in his recovery process. He'll continue to ramp up his activity prior to appearing in games, but the Rockies hope he'll be ready to return from the 10-day injured list by late May.
May 9 2024Jones (back) did light throwing prior to Thursday's game against the Giants and will continue to ramp up his activity Friday or Saturday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has been out since April 30 and did light throwing and running drills Saturday. If this weekend goes according to plan, he could head out on a rehab assignment in the coming days.
May 6 2024Jones (back) did throwing and running drills ahead of Saturday's game against the Pirates, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones had been shut down for a few days since landing on the injured list Tuesday. Manager Bud Black acknowledged that Jones is progressing each day, and the current expectation is that he will be able to return by mid-May.
Apr 30 2024The Rockies placed Jones on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, retroactive to April 29, with a low-back strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old was removed from Sunday's game against the Astros after his back injury flared up, and he'll be sidelined for at least the next week and a half after being diagnosed with a strain. Prospect Jordan Beck was promoted in a corresponding move and should see most of the reps in left field while Jones is sidelined.
Apr 29 2024The Rockies are expected to place Jones (back) on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, Luke Zahlmann of The Denver Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Zahlmann notes that outfield prospect Jordan Beck is on track to receive a call-up from Triple-A Albuquerque, and given that he suffered a setback with his lingering back injury in Sunday's 8-2 loss to the Astros, Jones is an obvious candidate to come off the 26-man active roster in a corresponding move. Jones has been removed from games twice within the past week due to back stiffness, so it makes sense for the Rockies to get out in front of the issue and put him on the shelf for at least the next week and a half so he can rest up and recover. After a breakout 20-20 campaign with the Rockies in 2023, Jones has struggled mightily over the first month of the 2024 season, slashing just .170/.243/.277 while contributing one home run and two stolen bases over 103 plate appearances.
Apr 28 2024Jones was forced to exit Sunday's game against the Rockies in the seventh inning due to back stiffness, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has battled back stiffness since Tuesday and was forced to miss two games with the issue. After managing to play the entirety of Saturday's contest, Jones was back in the starting lineup Sunday but was forced to exit early after going 1-for-2 with a double and a run scored. The team has not yet decided whether Jones will require a stint on the injured list, but manager Bud Black did say that he is concerned that the issue is recurring.
Apr 27 2024Jones (back) is starting in left field Saturday against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Back stiffness caused Jones to exit Tuesday's game early and has kept him sidelined for the Rockies' last two games. Now seemingly healthy, the 25-year-old will look to turn things around at the dish after starting the year with a .469 OPS through 96 plate appearances.
Apr 25 2024Jones (back) is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones is on the bench for a second straight game while he tends to a stiff back. With Jones out of the lineup along with Charlie Blackmon and Sean Bouchard, the Rockies will have Jake Cave and Hunter Goodman start in the corner outfield spots.
Apr 24 2024Jones (back) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones was removed from Tuesday's 7-4 win with back stiffness. The injury seems to be a day-to-day concern, but with a day game on tap for Thursday's series finale ahead of an off day Friday, Jones might not be back in action until Saturday against the Astros. Jake Cave will make a start in left field Wednesday in Jones' stead.
Apr 23 2024Jones was removed from Tuesday's game against the Padres due to back stiffness, Kelsey Wingert-Linch of AT&T SportsNet Rocky Mountain reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones went 1-for-4 with an RBI during Tuesday's contest to break an 0-for-25 stretch at the plate, but he was replaced in left field after striking out in the sixth inning. The severity of his injury is unclear, but the Rockies will likely offer more details on his condition ahead of Wednesday's game.
Apr 17 2024Jones is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Jones will get his first day off of the season, with a day game after a night game along with the fact that the Phillies are bringing a left-hander (Cristopher Sanchez) to the hill likely factoring into the Rockies' decision to hold him out of the lineup. Jones could probably benefit from the break from a mental standpoint as well, as he's gone 0-for-11 with five strikeouts against one walk over his last three starts.
Apr 12 2024Jones went 2-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and an additional run scored in Friday's 12-4 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones extended Colorado's lead to 4-2 with an RBI double in the third inning before launching a 414-foot home run off Paolo Espino in the fifth, his first of the year. The 25-year-old Jones had gotten off to a slow start this season -- he came into the day batting just .157 with a .481 OPS tin 13 games after a breakout 2023 campaign, where he slashed .297/.389/.542 with 20 homers, 62 RBI and 20 stolen bases across 367 plate appearances.
Apr 5 2024Jones went 2-for-3 with two walks, a double, three runs scored, an RBI and a stolen base in Friday's 10-7 win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Last year's breakout star for the Rockies had a bit of a bumpy beginning to 2024, striking out 12 times in his first seven games while batting .103 (3-for-29), but Jones roared to life in the team's home opener. The steal was his first of the campaign after he swiped 20 in 106 games last season.
Apr 3 2024Jones will start in left field and bat fifth in Wednesday's game against the Cubs, Luke Zahlmann of The Denver Gazette reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's been an ugly start to the season for Jones, who has gone just 2-for-24 at the plate with a 1:11 BB:K in his first six contests. He'll flip spots in the lineup Wednesday with Ryan McMahon, who has been elevated to the No. 3 position in the order. Jones' move down the lineup may only be a short-term demotion, as he could move back up once his bat begins to warm up.
Mar 25 2024Jones (knee) will start in left field and bat second for the Rockies in Monday's Cactus League game versus the Brewers, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones had to depart Saturday's game after fouling a pitch off his right knee, but he managed to escape with just a bruise and is back in action after one day of rest. The 25-year-old will be the Rockies' everyday left fielder in 2024 following a breakout 2023 campaign.
Mar 24 2024Jones said Sunday his right knee injury appears to be minor, and he should be good to go for Thursday's Opening Day matchup with the Diamondbacks, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There was some concern when the 25-year-old experienced some numbness in his foot after he fouled a pitch off his knee Saturday, but he's just dealing with a bruise and should be considered day-to-day. Jones believes he could play in Monday's or Tuesday's exhibitions against the Brewers, but the Rockies may play it safe and hold him out until Thursday.
Mar 23 2024Jones left Saturday's spring training game due to a right knee contusion, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones' status for Opening Day remains uncertain, but it appears he managed to avoid any significant damage after fouling a ball off his knee Saturday. The slugging outfielder projects to be one of the most productive bats in Colorado's lineup this season, and Sean Bouchard would likely serve as Jones' replacement if an IL stint is needed.
Mar 9 2024Jones is starting in left field for the Rockies' spring training game against the Cubs on Saturday, Patrick Lyons of Just Baseball reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones missed Colorado's last two exhibition games after being removed from Wednesday's contest due to lower-back tightness, but the issue seems to have subsided ahead of Saturday's game. Jones is 5-for-19 so far this spring with an RBI and four runs scored alongside six strikeouts.
Mar 8 2024Jones (back) remained out of the Rockies' Cactus League lineup for Friday's game versus the Angels, Patrick Lyons of Just Baseball reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones didn't think he would miss any games after he was removed from Wednesday's contest with lower-back tightness, but he's now been held out of two straight. It's not yet worrisome, as there's little reason to push the young outfielder. Consider Jones day-to-day until further notice.
Mar 7 2024Jones (back) is not in the Rockies' lineup for Thursday's Cactus League game versus the Royals, Manny Randhawa of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He's not listed among the team's reserves, either. Jones had expressed optimism that he'd be able to play Thursday after departing Wednesday's game with lower-back tightness, but it's not a surprise the Rockies opted to hold him out at least a day. He should still be considered day-to-day for the time being.
Mar 6 2024Jones expects to return to the Rockies' Cactus League lineup Thursday against the Royals after being removed from Wednesday's game against the Rangers with lower-back tightness, Manny Randhawa of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones had to be lifted after just one plate appearance when his back tightened up on him, but the young slugger said his exit was precautionary and expects to be fine moving forward. The 25-year-old will look to build upon a breakout 2023 campaign in which he slashed .297/.389/.542 with 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases over 424 plate appearances.
Mar 3 2024Jones is expected to hit third in Colorado's lineup during the regular season, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones was traded to the Rockies before the 2023 season after stalling in the Guardians' system, and he delivered a breakout season. His line was highlighted by a .245 ISO, and he also swiped 20 bases on 24 attempts. Jones primarily hit fifth and sixth during his first year with the club, so he may not be quite as free to take off on the basepaths in 2024, though he could make up for that with improved counting stats.
Sep 28 2023Jones went 1-for-5 with a double, a stolen base, three RBI and one run scored in Thursday's 14-5 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones knocked in one run on a fielder's choice in the third inning and added a two-run double a frame later. He's had a strong end of the season, hitting .330 (31-for-94) in September with six home runs, 10 steals and 21 RBI over 26 contests this month. Jones is at a .290/.383/.535 slash line with 19 homers, 18 steals, 60 RBI, 59 runs scored and 22 doubles across 103 games for the season, which has been a breakout year for the 25-year-old.
Sep 25 2023Jones went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and two walks in Sunday's loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones got a hold of a slider from Jordan Wicks during the sixth inning and sent it over the wall in center field to extend the Rockies' lead to 3-1. The long ball was Jones' seventh against left-handed pitching and his 10th on the road, as he's shown he doesn't need to rely on playing at home to be an impactful bat. He's been a true breakout star for the Rockies and is potentially setting himself up for a massive year in 2024 with a full season under his belt. The 25-year-old is now slashing .286/.382/.531 with 18 home runs, 55 RBI, 56 runs, 17 steals and a 50:117 BB:K in 393 plate appearances.
Sep 18 2023Jones went 3-for-5 with a home run, two RBI and two runs scored in Monday's 11-9 loss to the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Jones' second three-hit effort in a row. The outfielder has looked good in September, going 20-for-66 (.303) with four homers and 15 RBI over 17 contests. The 25-year-old is slashing .281/.366/.520 with 17 long balls, 54 RBI, 54 runs scored and 13 stolen bases through 94 games this season. Jones should continue to see most of the playing time in left field to close out the campaign.
Sep 8 2023Jones went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, an RBI double, a walk and a stolen base in Friday's 9-8 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones did a little bit of everything in an effort that also extended his active hitting streak to eight games. In that span, he's gone 12-for-30 (.400) with two homers, nine RBI and five steals. The outfielder has enjoyed a breakout campaign with 15 long balls, 13 thefts, 48 RBI, 44 runs scored, 19 doubles and three triples while slashing .285/.367/.528 over 84 contests.
Sep 5 2023Jones went 1-for-3 with a walk, a double, one RBI and one stolen base in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones extended his hitting streak to six games, a span in which he's gone 9-for-22 (.409) with four of his 12 steals on the season. The 25-year-old outfielder's improved hitting and solid baserunning have helped him hold down a steady place in the Rockies' lineup lately. For the year, he's mustered a .282/.365/.511 slash line with 14 home runs, 44 RBI, 42 runs scored, 18 doubles and two triples over 318 plate appearances.
Sep 4 2023Jones went 1-for-4 with a walk, an RBI and two stolen bases Sunday against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones had a strong weekend series against the Blue Jays. He blasted his 14th homer of the season Friday and stole three bases combined across the final two games in the set. While Jones is known primarily for his power, he has six swiped bags across 43 games since the All-Star break.
Sep 1 2023Jones went 3-for-3 with a three-run homer, a triple, a walk and three runs scored in Friday's 13-9 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones singled and then scored on a two-run homer by Elehuris Montero in the bottom of the third inning before he later ripped a three-run shot off Genesis Cabrera in the bottom of the sixth, briefly giving Colorado a 5-4 lead. The 25-year-old has now hit 14 homers on the year, five of which have come since Aug. 8. Since the All-Star break, Jones has produced a .280 batting average with nine homers, 28 RBI, 23 runs scored and three stolen bases over 143 at-bats in 41 games.
Aug 20 2023Jones went 3-for-4 with a walk, two runs, two RBI and a stolen base in an 11-5 victory versus the White Sox on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones knocked a two-run single in the second inning, giving him exactly two RBI in each of his past three games. He's now collected at least three hits three times over 17 contests during a solid August during which he's slashing .311/.394/.557 with three homers, 14 RBI, 10 runs and a stolen base. Strikeouts have been a problem for Jones -- he's at a 33.2 percent strikeout rate over 256 plate appearances -- but he's nonetheless managed to post a strong .283/.363/.504 slash line.
Aug 17 2023Jones went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and walk Wednesday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has struck out at a 46.8 clip across his last 12 starts, though he's still flashed power by blasting three home runs in that span. While his results have been inconsistent, his playing time has been steady as he's started 15 consecutive games -- all of which have come in a corner outfield spot. Jones should continue to see consistent run to close the campaign and be a decent source of powerfor fantasy managers as a result.
Aug 8 2023Jones went 2-for-4 with two homers and three RBI in Tuesday's 7-3 win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones had gone 11 games without a home run entering Tuesday but made up for the drought by sending two balls over the fence in the fourth and seventh innings. The 25-year-old outfielder is now slashing .333/.433/.667 with six RBI since the beginning of August and figures to continue seeing regular playing time while Kris Bryant (finger) is on the injured list.
Aug 4 2023Jones went 4-for-5 with a double, three RBI and two runs scored in Friday's 9-4 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones had gone seven games without an extra-base hit prior to Friday. The 25-year-old's four hits matched his season high. He's slashing .278/.362/.483 with nine home runs, seven stolen bases, 25 RBI, 24 runs scored and nine doubles over 199 plate appearances. With Randal Grichuk traded to the Angels, more playing time has opened up in the outfield for Jones, while Elehuris Montero and Michael Toglia have shared time at first base.
Aug 1 2023Jones (cramps) is back in the lineup Tuesday versus the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones will start in right field and bat sixth for the Rockies after making an early exit from Monday's series opener due to some mild cramping. The 25-year-old has posted an impressive .836 OPS with nine homers and seven steals through 50 major-league games this season.
Jul 31 2023Jones (cramps) is not in Monday's lineup against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He left Sunday's game with cramping during an at-bat in the eighth inning, and while the removal was deemed precautionary, Jones is still absent Monday with a righty (Seth Lugo) on the hill for San Diego. Michael Toglia is starting in right field and batting sixth.
Jul 30 2023Jones exited Sunday's game against the Athletics as a precautionary measure after he cramped up during an at-bat in the eighth inning, Patrick Lyons of TheDNVR.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones was visited by a trainer in the bottom of the eighth inning before being replaced defensively in the top of the ninth, but his injury doesn't seem to be particularly serious. The 25-year-old should tentatively be considered day-to-day ahead of Monday's series opener against the Padres.
Jul 28 2023Jones is not in the lineup Friday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jurickson Profar, Brenton Doyle and Randal Grichuk will start across the outfield. Jones is 0-for-7 with one walk and two strikeouts over his last two games but boasts an .842 OPS in 175 total major-league plate appearances this year.
Jul 25 2023Jones went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk Monday against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones entered the All-Star break with only one home run across his previous 22 games, however, he's cleared the fences four times in eight games since. Two of those have come away from Coors Field, including his two-run shot Monday. Despite the hot stretch, Jones is still striking out at a 44.8 percent clip in the same eight-game span. As a result, he'll likely remain a particularly streaky hitter across the final two months of the campaign.
Jul 19 2023Jones is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones will take a seat for the series finale after starting in four of the Rockies' previous five games while going 3-for-15 with two home runs and three RBI. With Jones on the bench, the Rockies will roll out an outfield of Jurickson Profar, Brenton Doyle and Kris Bryant from left to right.
Jul 16 2023Jones went 2-for-5 with a two-run home run in Sunday's 8-7 extra-innings win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has homered twice over three games since the All-Star break, and Sunday's 11th inning blast tied the contest at 7-7. The 25-year-old has also struck out in his last 11 games, racking up 14 of them in that span. He's at seven homers, 17 RBI, 19 runs scored, five stolen bases and a .288/.369/.508 slash line through 40 contests. Jones has received more playing time in left field of late, which could ultimately land him on the strong side of a platoon with switch-hitting Jurickson Profar.
Jul 14 2023Jones went 1-for-2 with a solo home run in Friday's 7-2 win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones didn't start the game but entered as a pinch hitter in the sixth inning for Randal Grichuk. Jones then tacked on the Rockies' last run with an eighth-inning blast. The 25-year-old doesn't have one path to everyday at-bats, but he should be able to spell C.J. Cron and Kris Bryant on occasion while also pushing Jurickson Profar in left field for playing time, especially against right-handed pitchers. Jones owns a .293/.379/.504 slash line with six homers, 15 RBI, 18 runs scored and five stolen bases over 140 plate appearances and could stick in the lineup at least until Charlie Blackmon (hand) returns from the injured list.
Jul 5 2023Jones will start at first base and bat sixth in Wednesday's game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones sat out a pair of games to close out the Rockies' weekend series with the Tigers, but Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post relays that the 24-year-old was away from the team because he had been serving as the best man in his brother's wedding back on the East Coast. Following the excused absence, Jones rejoined the Rockies in Houston and went 0-for-2 with a walk in Tuesday's 4-1 loss. Jones will stick in the lineup again Wednesday and appears to be locked into a full-time role at the moment, even with the recent return of Kris Bryant from the injured list. Instead of Jones, rookie outfielder Brenton Doyle -- who is on the bench Wednesday for the second game in a row -- appears to be the odd man out of the Rockies' regular lineup.
Jul 2 2023Jones is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second straight day, the lefty-hitting Jones will find himself on the bench against a right-hander, this time sitting versus the Tigers' Matt Manning. The recent returns of Kris Bryant and C.J. Cron from the injured list appear to have blocked off Jones' path to steady at-bats in the corner outfield or at first base, making it tough to justify holding the 25-year-old in most shallower leagues. Jones has certainly done his part to justify regular playing time, having produced a .315/.398/.528 slash line with five stolen bases through 123 plate appearances in the majors this season.
Jun 27 2023Jones isn't in the Rockies' lineup Tuesday versus the Dodgers, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Left-hander Clayton Kershaw will start on the mound for the Dodgers on Tuesday, so the lefty-hitting Jones will get a breather and sit out the beginning of the game. Randal Grichuk will take over for Jones in right field and bat sixth.
Jun 21 2023Jones went 4-for-4 with a solo homer, two doubles, a walk, a stolen base, two RBI and two runs scored in Tuesday's loss to the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones had a perfect night at the plate and was robbed of the triple needed to complete the cycle when Jake Fraley made an excellent play off the wall to hold him to just two bases in the ninth. The 25-year-old already has five home runs, five stolen bases and eight multi-hit efforts in just 24 games since being called up May 26. The Rockies seem to have something in Jones after acquiring him in an offseason trade with the Guardians, and he appears to have solidified an everyday role with the club. He's now slashing .354/.436/.634 with 13 extra-base hits, 14 RBI, 12 runs and an 11:30 BB:K over 94 plate appearances.
Jun 11 2023Jones went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones' walk-off blast came after a rain delay following Ryan McMahon's game-tying home run in the ninth inning. Jones has homered three times in his last five games and now has four long balls through 15 contests this season. He's slashing .360/.407/.680 with 12 RBI, seven runs scored and four stolen bases through 54 plate appearances. His productivity has helped him step into an everyday role of late between first base and the corner outfield.
Jun 10 2023Jones went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He got the Rockies on the board in the second inning by taking Ryan Weathers deep. Jones has been impressive since joining the big-league roster in late May, batting .304 (14-for-46) over 14 games with three homers and 11 RBI as he splits his time between right field and first base.
Jun 9 2023Jones went 0-for-2 with two walks, a stolen base and one run scored in Friday's 9-6 loss to the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is just the fourth time in 13 games that Jones has been held without a hit, but he still managed to get on base twice. He also logged a steal for the fourth game in a row. The 25-year-old has fit in wonderfully with the Rockies, hitting .349 with two home runs, four steals, 10 RBI and four runs scored over 47 plate appearances.
Jun 8 2023Jones went 3-for-3 with a double, two RBI and a steal in Thursday's 6-4 loss against San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones now has four multi-hit games in his last six contests, going 10-for-23 (.435) in that span. He's also logged a steal in three straight games. Since he was recalled from Triple-A on May 26, the 25-year-old Jones has slashed .366/.395/.610 with two home runs, 10 RBI and three runs scored across 43 plate appearances. With C.J. Cron (back) seemingly a ways away from returning, Jones should continue to see regular playing time at first base in Colorado.
Jun 7 2023Jones went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a stolen base in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones provided the Rockies' last run of the game with a sixth-inning solo shot. This was his fourth multi-hit effort in 11 major-league contests this season, and it was also his second game in a row with a steal. The 25-year-old is up to a .316/.333/.553 slash line with two homers, eight RBI and three runs scored through 39 plate appearances. Between first base and the corner outfield, Jones is quickly establishing himself in the Rockies' lineup.
Jun 6 2023Jones went 0-for-4 with one RBI and a stolen base in Tuesday's 10-4 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones got aboard on a fielder's choice and stole second in the fourth inning. The 25-year-old was held hitless for just the third time in his 10 games this season, and he struck out twice for the fourth game in a row, but he's still making a positive impact. He's batting .294 with a home run, seven RBI, two runs scored and three doubles through 35 plate appearances Jones continues to fill in at first base while C.J. Cron (back) remains sidelined. Cron won't be back for multiple weeks, so Jones has a chance to run with a starting role between first and the corner outfield positions.
Jun 3 2023Jones isn't starting Saturday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones has started seven of eight games since being recalled from Triple-A and holds an .872 OPS over 27 plate appearances. He'll get a breather Saturday as Elehuris Montero picks up a start at first base while batting sixth.
Jun 1 2023Jones is starting in right field and batting seventh Thursday versus the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old should have an even more secure role on the Rockies' depth chart with Kris Bryant (heel) now on the injured list. Jones has posted an .871 OPS in 19 plate appearances since getting called up May 26 from Triple-A Albuquerque, where he was sporting an absurd .356/.481/.711 slash line with 12 homers, 42 RBI, five steals and 38 runs scored in 39 games.
May 31 2023Jones went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones took Kevin Ginkel 399 feet to right field to finally get the Rockies on the board in the ninth as he capitalized on a hanging breaking ball. It was his second extra-base hit and his third RBI since being called up from Triple-A Alburquerque on May 26. Jones figures to continue to get the fair share of looks at first base while C.J. Cron (back) works on his return from the IL. Even if he gets demoted once Cron returns, Jones could still receive a longer look at some point this season, as he was dominating Triple-A before joining the Rockies, slashing .356/.481/.711 with 12 homers, 42 RBI, 38 runs and a 33:43 BB:K over 39 games.
May 29 2023Jones is not in the starting lineup Monday versus the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones will head to the bench after he went 3-for-11 with a double, two RBI and a run scored while starting all three games of the series with the Mets following his promotion from Triple-A Albuquerque on Friday. Mike Moustakas will draw the start at first base and bat seventh in the series opener with Arizona.
May 28 2023Jones went 2-for-4 with a double, two RBI and a run scored Saturday against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jones was recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque on Friday to provide additional depth with Brenton Doyle (knee) sidelined. Since then, he's started both games at first base, taking over the spot that was previously occupied by Mike Moustakas and Michael Toglia -- who has since been demoted back to Triple-A. Jones had maintained a 181 wRC+ and .504 wOBA across 187 plate appearances with Albuquerque, and it appears he'll have the chance to carry that performance into the majors as the Rockies' primary option at first base while C.J. Cron (back) is on the 10-day injured list.
May 26 2023Colorado recalled Jones from Triple-A Albuquerque on Friday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The initial belief was that Jones would be replacing Brenton Doyle (knee) on the Rockies' active roster, but it now appears that Doyle will not require an IL stint. Michael Toglia wound up being optioned as the corresponding move for Jones, who had been on an absolute heater offensively at the Triple-A level. Presuming he can find regular at-bats, the versatile 25-year-old is probably worth a try in deeper fantasy formats. He was slashing .356/.481/.711 with 12 homers, 42 RBI, five stolen bases and 38 runs scored in 39 games with Albuquerque.