Rockies Outright Vimael Machín to Minor Leagues
The Colorado Rockies have sent infielder Vimael Machín to the Arizona Complex League following a roster move.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Baseball
The Colorado Rockies sent Vimael Machín outright to the Arizona Complex League after he cleared waivers. The 32-year-old infielder previously appeared in three games for the club.
Why it matters
The move follows a roster shuffle that included reinstating Jose Quintana from the injured list and the recall of Braxton Fulford. Machín now has the right to elect free agency following his assignment.
Machín recorded three hits and two strikeouts during his brief stint with the major league club. He holds a career batting line of .209/.289/.269 over five seasons of play.
The players
Vimael Machín
Vimael Machín is a 32-year-old infielder who has played five seasons in professional baseball.
Colorado Rockies
The Colorado Rockies are a Major League Baseball team based in Denver that competes in the National League West.
Jose Quintana
Jose Quintana is a professional pitcher who was recently reinstated by the Colorado Rockies from the injured list.
Braxton Fulford
Braxton Fulford is a player who was recalled by the club during the recent roster changes.
The details
After being designated for assignment to make room for Jose Quintana, Machín cleared waivers and was optioned to the minor leagues. He originally joined the major league roster on September 5 and was later optioned on September 15.
Timeline
September 5, 2026: Machín was selected to the major league roster.
September 15, 2026: Machín was optioned to the minor leagues.
September 23, 2026: The Rockies sent Machín outright to the Arizona Complex League.
The Big Picture
This transaction follows the MLB designated for assignment process, which governs how teams manage roster depth and contract obligations. The move marks a standard organizational shift in the final weeks of the season.
Machín is eligible to elect minor league free agency at the end of the current season. His departure opens a spot on the 40-man roster as the club finalizes its late-season depth chart.
The takeaway
Players in this position often evaluate their free agency options as organizational needs shift during the final weeks of the season. Veterans like Machín provide depth for teams while seeking consistent playing time across professional leagues.
Further reading
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