Luis Peralta, acquired by the Rockies in a trade, is set to make his MLB debut

Colorado Rockies select the contract of left-hander Luis Peralta

Peralta, acquired from the Pirates on Monday, will bolster the Rockies' left-handed relief prospect profile

In a move to bolster their left-handed relief prospect profile, the Colorado Rockies have selected the contract of left-hander Luis Peralta from Triple-A Albuquerque.

Peralta, acquired from the Pirates on Monday, is set to make his MLB debut.

The Rockies announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Luis Peralta. In corresponding moves, they optioned right-hander Jordan Sheffield to Triple-A Albuquerque.

Peralta's background

Peralta, 25, was born in the Dominican Republic and began his professional career in 2016.

He has a 3.18 ERA in 50 career appearances in the minors.

Peralta's repertoire

Peralta throws a fastball, changeup, and slider.

His fastball sits in the low-90s.

His changeup is a plus pitch.

Peralta's potential

Peralta has the potential to be a solid middle reliever.

He has a good fastball and changeup combination.

He also has a developing slider.

The Rockies' bullpen

The Rockies' bullpen has been one of their strengths this season.

They have a 3.95 ERA, which is sixth in the NL.

The addition of Peralta will give them another left-handed option out of the bullpen.

Conclusion

The Rockies are hoping that Peralta can continue to develop and become a valuable member of their bullpen.

He has the potential to be a solid middle reliever and could help the Rockies make a playoff push.