Seattle rode a balanced attack to a 6-1 win over Colorado, with Eugenio Suárez delivering a two-run shot early as Bradley Blalock labored through 3 2/3 innings. Emerson Hancock piled up a career-high seven strikeouts in four frames, and the bullpen steadied the struggling Rockies.

Colorado mustered two late runs but went 2-for-9 with runners in scoring position. Zach Agnos returned to the mound, and questions loom for 2026 as Germán Márquez and company prepare for a final series in San Francisco.

This week’s fantasy baseball waiver wire highlights key players making a strong case for roster spots. Starting pitcher A.J. Smith-Shawver of the Atlanta Braves is trending after an impressive outing, offering significant upside despite control concerns. Meanwhile, Javier Báez of the Detroit Tigers has shown resurgence with a solid slugging percentage. Tyler Stephenson returns for the Cincinnati Reds, adding depth at catcher, while Gunnar Hoglund looks to establish himself with the Athletics following a debut win. Hyeseong Kim, freshly called up by the Dodgers, is making an immediate impact with speed at the plate.

On the deeper league front, Dane Myers of the Marlins and Daniel Schneeman from the Guardians are making noise with strong offensive performances. Zach Dezenzo is stepping up for the Astros in the absence of Yordan Alvarez. Lastly, Zach Agnos from the Rockies has emerged as a potential closer despite the team's struggles. Make sure to keep an eye on these names as we progress through the season!

The Colorado Rockies face tough roster decisions as they finalize their 26-man lineup ahead of the season opener against the Tampa Bay Rays. For the first time in years, the Rockies boast solid depth, adding complexity to choices, particularly in the starting rotation and outfield.

Chase Dollander, the Rockies' top prospect, displayed great potential with seven strikeouts over 3.2 scoreless innings in a recent game against the Giants. However, his erratic spring performance may lead to a Triple-A debut to further his development.

Similarly, Zac Veen is making a strong case for a roster spot with an impressive batting average and leading the Cactus League in stolen bases, but his position amid an already crowded outfield poses a dilemma. Meanwhile, Zach Agnos has performed well as a pitcher but might start the season in the minors due to the team's newfound pitching depth.