Rockies' Freeland Passes Cook, Angels Recall Guzman, Rivero Shines, Cardinals Move Scott

Colorado Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland passed Aaron Cook for the franchise lead in innings pitched with a five-inning outing on Sunday. Freeland, who has spent more time at Coors Field than any other Rockies pitcher in history, now holds the all-time record for total innings pitched by a Rockies lefty. His performance adds to his legacy in Denver and continues to solidify his place in franchise history.

The Los Angeles Angels are set to recall infield prospect Denzer Guzman, who ranks seventh in the Angels' system per MLB Pipeline. The 22-year-old shortstop is hitting .336/.403/.571 with 12 home runs and nine stolen bases for Triple-A Salt Lake this season. Guzman made a brief MLB debut last year, playing in 13 games and hitting .190. He is expected to see action at third base, with Zach Neto entrenched at shortstop.

Sebastian Rivero delivered a career day at the plate for the Angels in their 13-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday. The backup catcher went 5-for-5 with six RBI, a rare performance for a player who entered the game hitting .133. Rivero had totaled just 8 RBI in his previous MLB career before Sunday's outburst. With starters like Mike Trout and Neto struggling, the bottom of the Angels' order came through in a big way.

The St. Louis Cardinals are expected to send outfielder Victor Scott down to Triple-A to make room for Nathan Church on the active roster. Scott, 25, is hitting just a 57 wRC+ this season and has seen his defensive value decline, with -2 Defensive Runs Saved in 471 2/3 innings. Church is currently rehabbing a shoulder injury and has played in all three outfield positions this year, making him a potential candidate to take over in center field alongside Lars Nootbaar.

Freeland’s milestone, Guzman’s promotion, Rivero’s breakout, and Scott’s demotion all highlight a busy Sunday in MLB. The Rockies will look to build on their pitching success, the Angels will test Guzman and Rivero in key roles, and the Cardinals will evaluate Church’s impact as they push toward the trade deadline.