Adael Amador Hits First Spring Training Home Run for Rockies

The 22-year-old outfielder is competing for a bench spot on the Colorado roster.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Adael Amador, a 22-year-old outfielder for the Colorado Rockies, hit the team's first home run of the 2026 spring training season in a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Amador has struggled to translate his minor league success to the major league level, but this home run could help his case for a bench spot on the Rockies' roster as the team evaluates its options under new leadership.

Why it matters

Amador is trying to earn a spot on the Rockies' roster after struggling in his first two MLB seasons. With the team under new management, every player is being assessed, and Amador's home run could help him make his case, especially with the signing of utility player Willi Castro, who could limit Amador's playing time.

The details

Amador has only one career home run in 51 major league games, but his minor league numbers have been much stronger, including an .883 OPS at Triple-A Albuquerque in 2025. The Rockies are looking for more offense this spring training after watching their former star Nolan Arenado hit his first spring home run for the Arizona Diamondbacks the previous day.

  • Amador hit the home run during the Rockies' spring training game against the Diamondbacks on February 22, 2026.

The players

Adael Amador

A 22-year-old outfielder for the Colorado Rockies who is competing for a bench spot on the team's roster.

Nolan Arenado

A former star player for the Rockies who hit his first spring training home run for the Arizona Diamondbacks the day before Amador's home run.

Willi Castro

A utility player who the Rockies signed and who could limit Amador's playing time.

Warren Schaeffer

The Rockies' manager, who was a minor league manager in the Rockies' system before joining the major league staff.

Paul DePodesta

The Rockies' new president of baseball operations.

Josh Byrnes

The Rockies' new general manager.

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What’s next

The Rockies will continue to evaluate Amador and other players throughout spring training as they finalize their roster for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Amador's home run is a positive sign for the young outfielder as he tries to earn a spot on the Rockies' roster, but he will need to continue to produce to solidify his place on the team, especially with the addition of versatile player Willi Castro.