The Colorado Rockies’ 2026 roster depth experiment took an unexpected turn with Chad Stevens, a versatile infielder signed to a minor-league deal in December. At just 27, Stevens arrived with a track record of versatility, batting .281 with a 110 wRC+ and 28 stolen bases over the prior two seasons, though his brief 2025 stint with the Los Angeles Angels yielded limited success.
His spring training performance—hitting .200 but drawing 13 walks in 40 at-bats—sparked cautious optimism, and his early Triple-A campaign in Albuquerque was nothing short of electric. Through 168 plate appearances, Stevens slashed .362/.435/.523, setting an Isotopes franchise record with a 39-game on-base streak and three homers before earning a surprise call-up after Brenton Doyle’s injury.
Stevens’ debut in the majors, however, was a stark contrast to his Triple-A dominance. Over 16 games and 28 at-bats, he managed just one hit and struck out 13 times, though his defensive contributions at second base remained a bright spot.
The Rockies’ aggressive pursuit of multi-position depth players paid off in Stevens’ case, even if his offensive production ultimately fell short of expectations during his brief big-league stint.
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