Keegan Thompson: Everything you need to know

Thompson was outrighted to Triple-A Albuquerque on Wednesday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. Thompson was designated for assignment by the Rockies on Wednesday, but he will remain in the organization in Triple-A after clearing waivers. He last saw major-league action in 2024 with the Cubs before spending the entire 2025 campaign with Triple-A Iowa, where he posted a 4.43 ERA, 1.42 WHIP and 85:26 K:BB across 65 innings. Thompson could see some action with Colorado this season should the team require an additional arm out of the bullpen.

The Rockies designated Thompson for assignment Wednesday. Colorado claimed Thompson off waivers in January, but he'll lose his place on the 40-man roster after surrendering 10 runs across 12 innings during spring training. The right-hander could be headed to Triple-A Albuquerque if he passes through waivers unclaimed.

The Rockies claimed Thompson off waivers from the Reds on Wednesday. Thompson signed a one-year, $1.3 million split contract with the Reds in November, but he was booted off their 40-man roster in December and is now headed to Colorado. He's been used almost exclusively in relief over the past three seasons, but Thompson does have past starting experience, so the Rockies could consider him in a swingman role.