Ranking the Rockies, 2026: No. 26 Jimmy Herget
Herget's 5.70 ERA raises legitimate concerns, but his effective stretches and changing repertoire make his future with the Rockies less straightforward than it might appear.
In the 2026 season, Colorado Rockies reliever Jimmy Herget recorded a 0.1 rWAR, placing him at No. 26 in the club's ranking. While Herget had a strong 2025 season with a 2.48 ERA across 83.1 innings, his 2026 performance fell short. He went 0-6 with a 5.70 ERA and 1.53 WHIP across 51 appearances, pitching well for short periods but facing significant challenges due to a new pitch mix, a slider that wasn't as effective, and a new pitching philosophy.
Herget also became a father and dealt with a shoulder injury, which affected his consistency. Despite these obstacles, he still managed to deliver scoreless innings and strikeouts at times, particularly in early April and late August. However, an extended run of poor outings between July and August hindered his overall season.
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