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Rex Brothers | Relief Pitcher

Team: Colorado Rockies
Age / DOB:  (25) / 12/18/1987
Ht / Wt:  6'0' / 205
Bats / Throws: Left / Left
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With Rafael Betancourt sidelined, Rex Brothers earned his first save of the year by pitching a scoreless ninth inning Wednesday against the Diamondbacks.
Brothers has allowed just one run in 21 1/3 innings this season, so he was an obvious choice to close in Betancourt's place. Since it currently appears that Betancourt will avoid the DL, Brothers isn't guaranteed additional saves. May 22 - 6:15 PM

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Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rex Brothers hasn't allowed a run since April 6.

And that run, surrendered to the Padres, is the only blemish on his campaign to this point. Brothers has six holds, a 0.47 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 20/7 K/BB ratio over 21 appearances. He's been Colorado's best reliever, but closer Rafael Betancourt is also pitching well for the 24-21 Rockies. Brothers could be Colorado's full-time closer next season, but he likely won't earn saves in 2013 barring injury.
May 21 - 4:45 AM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rockies recalled LHP Rex Brothers from Triple-A Colorado Springs.

Brothers has big time strikeout potential but needs to show more consistency with his command to be considered for a high-leverage role in the Rockies' bullpen. He's posted a 3.06 ERA and 1.265 WHIP in parts of four seasons in the minors.
Sat, Jun 2, 2012 01:13:00 PM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rockies optioned LHP Rex Brothers to Triple-A Colorado Springs.

Brothers entered the season as a sleeper for saves, but he got off to a woeful start, posting a 5.87 ERA and 2.28 WHIP over 15 1/3 innings. His 21 strikeouts show his upside, but he has to throw more strikes if he wants to cash in on his potential.
Sun, May 20, 2012 01:46:00 PM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rex Brothers gave up four runs in two-thirds of an inning out of the pen Thursday versus the Diamondbacks.

Brothers didn't get a blown save or take the loss, but the Rockies probably would have won today had he done his job. His ERA jumped from 3.95 to 6.28 this one, and his WHIP is a hideous 2.23. Even though he's a strikeout matching, the Rockies might need to send him back to Triple-A for a few weeks to get him straightened out.
Thu, May 17, 2012 07:22:00 PM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rex Brothers has a 1.59 ERA through 5 2/3 innings.

Brothers is also sporting a cool 5/2 K/BB ratio. The 24-year-old is probably second in line for save opportunities this year in Colorado behind closer Rafael Betancourt.
Thu, Apr 19, 2012 10:07:00 AM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rex Brothers locked down his first career save on Tuesday, tossing a scoreless ninth inning to preserve the Rockies' 8-6 win.

Rafael Betancourt got the night off after pitching in three straight games. Brothers walked the first batter and served up a single with one out, but retired the last two hitters without incurring damage. The 23-year-old has been moderately reliable in his rookie season, owning a 3.72 ERA and 1.45 WHIP, and just as importantly has earned manager Jim Tracy's confidence.
Related: Rafael Betancourt
Wed, Aug 24, 2011 05:09:00 AM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rex Brothers has gained the trust of Rockies manager Jim Tracy and will continue to be used in high-leverage situations.

The rookie's last six appearances have come in the eighth inning, and he'll continue to be used to help set up closer Huston Street. Brothers has a 2.55 ERA and has struck out 25 in 17 2/3 innings this season. "I've gained much more confidence in him," Tracy said. "At some point in time, you remove the reins, take them to the trough and see if they're going to drink the water."
Source: Denver Post
Sun, Jul 24, 2011 10:03:00 AM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rockies manager Jim Tracy has been impressed with Rex Brothers and is leaning towards putting him into more high leverage situations.

Brothers hasn't given up a run over 2 2/3 innings, allowing two hits and a walk while striking out a pair. "He's a very competitive kid, a very fearless kid," Tracy said. "Have I game-on-the-line tested him? Not necessarily. Am I leaning in that direction? Yes, I am." Brothers could wind up being an asset in leagues and count holds, but he's of no immediate threat to Huston Street, who is pitching well.
Source: Denver Post
Sat, Jun 11, 2011 10:25:00 AM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rex Brothers pitched a perfect inning of relief in the Rockies' victory over the Dodgers on Thursday.

Brothers has been terrific in the week since his call-up, hurling 3 2/3 scoreless innings accompanied by a 4/1 K/BB ratio. He will continue to serve in middle relief and, with the Rockies' potent offense (fifth in NL runs scored), could be in line for a few wins.
Fri, Jun 10, 2011 05:07:00 AM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rockies purchased the contract of LHP Rex Brothers from Triple-A Colorado Springs.

It was time to give him a shot. Brothers suffers from the occasional lapse in control, as his 15 walks in 28 Triple-A innings can attest, but he's also shown the ability to dominate with a 14.5 K/9 mark. He'll likely be eased into meaningful innings, but the 2009 first-round pick has the potential to be an instant-impact member of the bullpen.
Sat, Jun 4, 2011 01:19:00 PM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rex Brothers could be promoted by the Rockies soon.

The Rockies have flirted with calling up the big left-hander up for a few weeks now, but they might finally be ready to make the move. Brothers has been simply dominant at Triple-A Colorado Springs, posting a 14.5 K/9 rate over 28 innings. He's walked too many (15), but the Rox would love to add his dynamic arm to the bullpen. Matt Daley and Greg Reynolds are likely candidate for a demotion if Brothers is called upon.
Related: Greg Reynolds, Matt Daley
Source: Denver Post
Sat, Jun 4, 2011 11:17:00 AM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

The Rockies want to see sharper command from Rex Brothers before he receives a promotion.

Brothers boasts a 15.9 K/9 rate for Triple-A Colorado Springs, but the Rockies think too many hitters are chasing out of the zone that won't do so at the major league level. The left-hander will be up at some point, but a call-up isn't imminent.
Source: Troy Renck on Twitter
Wed, May 25, 2011 07:06:00 PM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rockies manager Jim Tracy is fully aware of how dominant Rex Brothers has been at Triple-A, but he indicated that a call-up isn't imminent.

The team's 2009 first-round pick, Brothers has a so-so 3.31 ERA and 1.41 WHIP, but he's struck out 30 batters in 16 1/3 innings (16.5 K/9). "We're well aware of that," Tracy said. "I have a machine (computer) sitting right here. I don't just use it to help decorate the office... I see where that left-hander is averaging close to two strikeouts an inning... This kid hasn't fallen off his bicycle yet. So if he's going to end up falling off his bike, you'd rather have him fall off his bike in Triple-A." Matt Daley,who has a 0.77 ERA and 12/2 K/BB ratio in 11 2/3 innings, is another candidate for a call-up. Felipe Paulino and Franklin Morales need to turn things around in a hurry in order to avoid being replaced.
Related: Felipe Paulino, Franklin Morales
Source: Denver Post
Fri, May 13, 2011 09:40:00 AM
Rex Brothers - R - Rockies

Rockies signed first round pick LHP Rex Brothers.

Brothers boasts a mid-90s fastball and a hard slider. The 6-foot-1, 205-pound junior went 5-5 this season with a 3.26 ERA and 132 strikeouts in 94.0 innings for Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee. He projects as a solid setup man, and possible closer.
Tue, Jul 7, 2009 03:53:00 PM

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Batters
PosRoleName
C1Wilin Rosario
2Yorvit Torrealba
1B1Todd Helton
2Jordan Pacheco
2B1Josh Rutledge
2Jonathan Herrera
3D.J. LeMahieu
SS1Troy Tulowitzki
3B1Nolan Arenado
LF1Carlos Gonzalez
CF1Dexter Fowler
2Eric Young Jr.
RF1Michael Cuddyer
2Charlie Blackmon
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1Jhoulys Chacin
2Jorge De La Rosa
3Juan Nicasio
4Jeff Francis
5Jon Garland
6Edwar Cabrera
7Tyler Chatwood
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Rafael Betancourt
2Matt Belisle
3Wilton Lopez
4Rex Brothers
5Adam Ottavino
6Edgmer Escalona
7Josh Outman