Nolan Jones

Nolan Jones (back) participated in running and throwing drills on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Jones was placed on the injured list with a back injury last Tuesday. The Rockies expect him to return by mid-May.

The Rockies have placed Nolan Jones on the 10-day IL with a back strain.

Fantasy Impact

Jones exited Sunday’s game with a back injury that has now been diagnosed as a lower-back strain. Jordan Beck has been promoted from Triple-A and should see playing time in left field.

The Rockies are expected to place Nolan Jones on the 10-day IL with a back injury.

Fantasy Impact

Jones has been lifted from games twice this week due to back stiffness. The team is expected to recall prospect Jordan Beck from Triple-A Albuquerque to fill Jones’ spot on the roster.

Nolan Jones returns to the lineup for the Colorado Rockies against the Houston Astros Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Jones is back after taking a seat on the bench the last two games, patrolling left field and batting seventh against the Astros for manager Bud Black Saturday.

Nolan Jones went 0-for-4 with a pair of strikeouts in Tuesday's loss against the Diamondbacks. Jones has been mired in a slump to start the season and his bat remained silent last night.

Fantasy Impact

Jones still brings a promising mix of speed and power. However, his .243 wOBA underscores the depth of his early offensive woes, and with a BABIP of .308 suggesting a mix of bad luck and poor contact quality, fantasy managers may need to consider benching Jones until he shows signs of a turnaround. The Rockies' outfielder needs to make adjustments quickly to regain his footing and become the fantasy asset many hoped he would be.