Veteran Pitcher José Quintana Signs 1-Year Deal with Rockies

The left-hander inks a $6 million contract with the Colorado MLB team.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Colorado Rockies have finalized a one-year, $6 million contract with veteran left-handed pitcher José Quintana. The deal brings the experienced MLB starter to the Rockies for the 2026 season.

Why it matters

Quintana is a proven MLB starter who has played for several teams over his 12-year career. His addition to the Rockies' pitching rotation could provide valuable experience and stability as the team looks to improve upon a disappointing 2025 season.

The details

The one-year, $6 million contract will bring the 37-year-old Quintana to the Rockies for the 2026 MLB season. Quintana has played for the Chicago White Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, Los Angeles Angels, and New York Mets over his 12-year MLB career, compiling a 90-87 record and 3.83 ERA.

  • The contract was finalized on Thursday, February 13, 2026.

The players

José Quintana

A 37-year-old left-handed pitcher who has played in Major League Baseball since 2012, most recently with the New York Mets.

Colorado Rockies

A professional baseball team based in Denver, Colorado that plays in the National League West division of Major League Baseball.

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What’s next

Quintana is expected to join the Rockies' starting rotation for the 2026 MLB season, providing veteran leadership and experience to a team looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 campaign.

The takeaway

The Rockies' signing of veteran left-hander José Quintana to a one-year, $6 million contract represents an effort to bolster their pitching staff and add a proven MLB starter to their rotation for the 2026 season.