As expected, the Rockies started to deal some of their desirable assets, starting with the Ryan McMahon trade to the New York Yankees not too long ago. That was an indication of t

Before Thursday’s trade deadline closed, Colorado traded Bird to the Bronx for second baseman Roc Riggio and left-hander Ben Shields. Riggio was the Yankees’ No. 10 prospect, according to MLB Pipeline, and Shields was their No. 29 prospect.

The Rockies announced before the trade deadline they have acquired Minor League infielder Roc Riggio and Minor League pitcher Ben Shields from the Yankees.