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Yorvit Torrealba

Catcher
Position
C
Bats
R
Throws
R

Contract: Signed through 2009

  • Height: 5-11
  • Weight: 200 lbs
  • Born: Jul 19, 1978

  • Debut: September 5, 2001

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Newsbreakers

October 15, 2009

InsideTheRockies.com does not expect Yorvit Torrealba to be the Rockies' starting catcher in 2010.

Our View:

The site says he could be back with the team in a part-time role, but believes his days as the team's primary catcher are over. It's looking more likely by the day that 2010 will usher in the Chris Iannetta era behind the backstop in Denver.

October 12, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba drove in what Colorado thought were the game-winning runs in the eighth inning on Monday night, but Colorado collapsed in the ninth, as the Phillies rallied for a 5-4 win in Denver. The loss eliminated the Rockies from the playoffs.

Our View:

Torrealba finished the playoffs with a .357 average. After hitting .291 in the regular season, he will again likely be Colorado's starting catcher in 2010.

October 8, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba took Cole Hamels deep for a two-run first inning home run on Thursday, a shot that would prove to be the difference in Colorado's 5-4 win in Philadelphia.

Our View:

Torrealba caught every game for the Rockies in their miracle 2007 playoff run, and he looks primed to do the same in 2009.

September 5, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba has been named the Rockies' starting catcher going forward, according to the Denver Post. Skipper Jim Tracy said, "You have to give credit where credit is due. Over the last 10 days or so, Yorvit has taken the bull by the horns. I am not being fair to the rest of the guys in black shirts if I do not recognize that. The way he is playing he gets to take the bulk of playing time right now."

Our View:

Torrealba is better defensively than Chris Iannetta, and also has been hitting better than Iannetta as of late.

August 26, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba has avoided a suspension for his heated one-field dispute with umpire Bill Miller during Monday's game against the Giants, according to the Associated Press.

Our View:

The veteran catcher will still likely be dealt a fine. Shortstop Troy Tulowitzki, closer Huston Street, and pitching coach Bob Apodaca also argued with the umpires during that game, which the Rockies won in 14 innings.

July 1, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba was reinstated from the restricted list on Wednesday, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

Phillips has been out for a month after the kidnapping of his son in his native Venezuela in early June. He will serve as Chris Iannetta's backup, and holds no fantasy value.

June 24, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba has been made available for trades, but there is little interest, according to the Denver Post.

Our View:

After a career year in 2007, Torrealba has hit just .242 since the beginning of 2008, and hit only eight home runs while driving in 38. He is not a viable fantasy option at this time.

June 22, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba is set to begin his minor league rehab assignment with Triple-A Colorado Springs Tuesday, according to the Denver Post.

Our View:

He will work five games during his stint. He was away from the Rockies to deal with the abduction (and safe return) of his son in Venezuela. He won't hold much fantasy value upon his return to the Rockies while serving behind starter Chris Iannetta at catcher.

June 14, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba returned to the Rockies on Sunday following an 11 day absence to tend to the abduction and return of his son in Venezuela, according to the Denver Post.

Our View:

Torrealba's son was returned safely and the catcher seemed to be in high spirits according to the article. He remains a backup catcher with no fantasy value as long as Chris Ianetta is healthy.

June 8, 2009

The Denver Post reports that catcher Yorvit Torrealba will return from the bereavement list this weekend after the kidnapping of his son and join the Rockies in Seattle for their series against the Mariners.

Our View:

With Chris Iannetta also missing time, the Rockies need catching help, and Torrealba's return, coupled with the safe return of his son, is good news for the Rockies. In 19 games this season, Torrelaba is batting .230 with two home runs and seven RBIs.

June 4, 2009

Updating a previous report, according to the The Sports Network the "personal reason" for which Rockies catcher Yorvit Torrealba left the team on Tuesday was the kidnapping of his son and brother-in-law in his native Venezuela. They have since been returned safely, however. There is no word on when Torrealba will rejoin the team.

Our View:

This is obviously a terrifying and traumatic experience for Torrealba and his family and a rushed return is unlikely. Hopefully the effects do not linger and he is able to come back to the field with a clear mind. Our thoughts go out to his family.

June 2, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba left the team on Tuesday to fly home to Venezuela to attend to personal matters according to the Denver Post.

Our View:

Paul Phillips will start in his place tonight, and catcher Edwin Bellorin has been recalled from Triple-A Colorado Springs to take his place on the roster.

May 29, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba was 2-for-4 and had the only RBI of the game in the Rockies' 3-0 win over the Padres on Friday.

Our View:

In a game that featured no extra-base hits, Torrealba got the job done. With Chris Iannetta on the DL, he will see plenty of at-bats for a while and can be a nice stopgap at catcher until Iannetta returns.

May 6, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba was 2-for-2 with a home run, two walks, two RBI, and three runs scored as the Rockies beat the Rockies 11-1 on Wednesday.

Our View:

Torrealba is a very good No. 2 catcher for Colorado, but his at bats are too few and far between for him to be considered a fantasy option.

March 25, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba is reportedly on the Rockies' trading block, according to the Denver Post.

Our View:

Chris Iannetta is the No. 1 catcher, and Sal Fasano has fared well in spring training. The Rockies have been asking if other teams need a catcher. He is hard to move with $4MM left on his contract though.

March 10, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba was 2-for-4 with a pair of doubles and four RBI as the Rockies out-slugged the A's 14-7 on Tuesday.

Our View:

After playing in a career-high 113 games in 2007, Torrealba played in just 70 last season while splitting time with Chris Iannetta. And he very well may find himself in a similar position in '09, with veteran Sal Fasano possibly joining the mix if the Rockies decide to carry three catchers.

February 28, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba had a decent day for the Rockies on Saturday, going 1-for-3 with a double and two runs.

Our View:

Torrealba is expected to be the Rockies' backup catcher in 2009, so he isn't likely to have much fantasy value.

February 20, 2009

Yorvit Torrealba reported to camp with the Rockies, according to the Rocky Mountain News. His arrival was delayed due to the death of his cousin.

Our View:

Torrealba will be a backup catcher in 2009, unless Chris Iannette struggles or gets hurt.

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