He deserves it.”ĭuring Story’s six-year career, he’s displayed historic power for his position. “And with Trey, what a story for him with such an epic comeback (from cancer). “Alonso lives for moments like this, and Ohtani has been super special this year - I’m excited to see how far he can hit them out there,” Story said. The shortstop is the fourth player known to be participating in this year’s derby, along with Angels designated hitter/pitcher Shohei Ohtani (the first Japanese player in the event), Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (the reigning champion from 2019), and Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini. His power has come on slowly in 2021, as he had just two homers through April and May but has slugged four in the month of June leading into Monday’s homestand opener against the Pirates. “I wanted to do it in front of the hometown crowd here in Denver… I thought I’d just go out there and have some fun because it’s always something that’s been on my radar.”
“I’ve always wanted to do it under the right circumstances, and this lined up for me,” Story said. Story will be Colorado’s 12th derby participant and first since outfielder Charlie Blackmon four years ago. The Rockies’ shortstop announced Monday that he’s participating in this year’s Home Run Derby at Coors Field. “We’ll see what happens,” he told Denver reporters, suggesting that nothing is imminent involving Story, Blackmon, or starting pitcher Jon Gray, who is nursing an arm issue.If the baseball world doesn’t know Trevor Story’s power, they’ll find out July 12.
ROCKIES SHORTSTOP PLUS
Interim general manager Bill Schmidt said trade talks involving Story, plus other Colorado players, have yet to pick up.
Salary considerations were also a major factor in the Arenado trade, which netted the Rockies a paltry return and resulted – at least indirectly – in the club’s decision to jettison general manager Jeff Bridich in April. But the A’s could also wait for winter and try to sign a stud shortstop from the free-agent market without surrendering any major-league talent.Īccording to Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post, Story won’t sign if he survives the trade deadline and will want more than the Rockies can afford.
ROCKIES SHORTSTOP FREE
The Oakland Athletics, bidding to win the American League West, have reportedly shown interest in Story after losing Semien to free agency last winter. In addition to Story, the group includes Corey Seager (Dodgers), Javy Baez (Cubs), Andrelton Simmons (Twins), Carlos Correa (Astros), Jose Iglesias (Angels), Brandon Crawford (Giants), Miguel Rojas (Marlins), and Marcus Semien, a shortstop switched to second base this season to fit the needs of the Toronto Blue Jays.Īnother highly-regarded shortstop, Willy Adames, was moved last week in a deal from the Tampa Bay Rays to the Cincinnati Reds. A native Texan who once rooted for the Rangers, he’s believed to be seeking a deal worth at least $200 million.Ĭomplicating the issue, for Story at least, is the glut of quality shortstops who could flood the market this fall and depress the value of all. At issue is whether an acquiring club sees Story as a two-month rental for a 2021 pennant push or a long-term addition, assuming he’s willing to put his name on a contract rich in both years and dollars.
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