December 1, 2008 Ryan Spilborghs will likely be the Rockies' center fielder in 2009 if they trade Willy Taveras and Cory Sullivan, according to the Denver Post. The club hopes to deal both outfielders.
Our View:Spilborghs registered multiple hits in three of his last four games with the Rockies in 2008, and batted .313 over 89 outings. He could rank as a solid sleeper for 2009 as a full-time starter in center.
November 11, 2008 Ryan Spilborghs will play in Mexico next month to prepare to be the Rockies' starter in center field next season, according to the Denver Post. This is another indication that the team is trying to deal Willy Taveras.
Our View:Spilborghs is a fine hitter and would be a definite sleeper play with a full-time gig in Denver.
September 1, 2008 Ryan Spilborghs has been activated from the DL, and the Rockies recalled pitcher Steve Register and catcher Edwin Bellorin from Triple-A, according to the Rocky Mountain News.
Our View:Spilborghs will continue to backup regular outfielders Matt Holliday and Brad Hawpe, limiting his fantasy value.
August 27, 2008 Ryan Spilborghs is coming along fine from his oblique strain and will be put on the team's roster by September 1, according to the Denver Post.
Our View:Spilborghs has had a solid season, but he is used in a backup role, limiting any fantasy value.
August 23, 2008 Ryan Spilborghs, who is recovering from a left oblique strain, will spend a week on his rehab assignment with Triple-A Colorado Springs (started Thursday), according to the Rocky Mountain News.
Our View:He is hopeful to return to Colorado in September. He could see extended action in the outfield as an audition for next season, and could be worth stashing in NL-only leagues. He hit .314 over 185 at-bats this season, with six homers, 33 RBI, and seven stolen bases.
