Rockies release catcher Andrew Knizner after strong Triple-A performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 3:31 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Colorado Rockies announced the release of catcher Andrew Knizner on June 20, 2026. Knizner, a seven-year veteran, had a solid stint at Triple-A Albuquerque, posting a.279 batting average with 10 home runs and 22 RBIs in 33 games. Despite struggling in the majors, he offers defensive reliability and a positive rapport with pitchers. Following his release, Knizner is expected to enter free agency and could sign with another team seeking catching depth.
- •Andrew Knizner was released by the Rockies on June 20, 2026.
- •He hit.279 with 10 home runs at Triple-A Albuquerque this season.
- •Knizner has played 323 games in the majors since debuting in 2019.
- •He previously signed a $1 million deal with the Seattle Mariners.
- •Teams may consider him for catching depth following his release.
- 3:31 PMYahoo Sports — Rockies cut ties with former Cardinals, Giants .596 OPS catcher
"Colorado parts ways with a seven-year veteran.
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