Rockies' Luis Peralta Misses Out on Roster Spot

Left-hander will start 2026 season in Triple-A Albuquerque

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Colorado Rockies have optioned left-handed pitcher Luis Peralta to their Triple-A affiliate in Albuquerque. Peralta struggled in the majors last season, posting a 9.47 ERA and 16:18 K:BB ratio across 19 innings. He also had a 9.09 ERA at the Triple-A level.

Why it matters

Peralta was unable to solidify a spot on the Rockies' major league roster despite seeing time in the big leagues in 2025. His poor performance at both the MLB and Triple-A levels last year has led the team to send him back to the minors to start the 2026 season as he looks to regain his form and earn another shot in Colorado.

The details

The Rockies optioned Peralta to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, according to reports. The left-hander had a difficult 2025 campaign, recording a 9.47 ERA and 16:18 K:BB ratio in 19 innings at the MLB level. His struggles continued in the minors, where he posted a 9.09 ERA.

  • Peralta finished the 2025 season working in the majors.
  • Peralta was optioned to Triple-A Albuquerque on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

The players

Luis Peralta

A left-handed pitcher in the Colorado Rockies organization who was unable to secure a spot on the major league roster for the 2026 season.

Colorado Rockies

The Major League Baseball team that has optioned Luis Peralta to their Triple-A affiliate in Albuquerque.

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The takeaway

Peralta's struggles at both the MLB and Triple-A levels in 2025 have led the Rockies to send him back to the minors to start the 2026 season, as he looks to regain his form and earn another shot at the big league level.