Rockies Recall Pitcher Evan Justice

Justice makes MLB debut after promotion from Triple-A Albuquerque

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The Colorado Rockies have recalled pitcher Evan Justice from their Triple-A affiliate in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Justice made his MLB debut on Sunday, facing two batters in relief during the Rockies' 6-1 loss to the Baltimore Orioles.

Why it matters

The Rockies are looking to bolster their pitching staff as they aim to compete in the NL West this season. Justice's promotion from the minors represents an opportunity for the young pitcher to showcase his talents at the highest level of professional baseball.

The details

In his MLB debut, Justice struck out one batter and walked another. The Rockies are hoping Justice can provide a boost to their bullpen as they look to improve on their 2025 season performance.

  • Justice was recalled by the Rockies ahead of their game on Sunday, February 8, 2026.

The players

Evan Justice

A pitcher in the Colorado Rockies organization who was recently promoted from their Triple-A affiliate in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Colorado Rockies

A Major League Baseball team based in Denver, Colorado that competes in the National League West division.

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What’s next

The Rockies will continue to evaluate Justice's performance at the MLB level as they determine his role on the team going forward.

The takeaway

Evan Justice's MLB debut represents an opportunity for the young pitcher to showcase his skills and potentially earn a more permanent role with the Rockies as they look to improve their pitching staff and contend in the NL West.