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Rockies' 'Human Glitch' Pitcher: Trade Bait or Key Asset?
27 Jun
Summary
- Herget uses deceptive pitch mixes from a flat arm angle.
- His season was impacted by personal matters and a shoulder injury.
- Herget's value depends on whether the Rockies trade him or keep him.
Jimmy Herget, nicknamed the 'Human Glitch,' is presenting a complex roster question for the Colorado Rockies as the trade deadline approaches. Herget's pitching style is characterized by deception, utilizing an unusual arm angle to make his slider, sweeper, and changeup move into different lanes.
His 2026 season has been a mix of encouraging underlying metrics and less favorable results. While his strikeout and walk rates have improved, his hard-hit and barrel rates have increased, leading to louder contact. This has been compounded by personal events and a shoulder impingement.
Herget was activated from a paternity list on April 27, and his three worst outings occurred shortly after, from April 29 to May 8. He then went on the bereavement list and later the injured list with shoulder issues.
Since returning from the injured list on June 17, Herget has shown renewed effectiveness, throwing scoreless innings. This recent sharp performance, combined with his affordability and arbitration control through 2027, makes him a valuable asset.
The Rockies face a decision: trade Herget for potential prospects or retain him for his role in the bullpen next season. His unique skill set and contract flexibility make him a compelling, though not straightforward, trade candidate.
