The Rockies are a weird franchise. Time and time again we see them make baffling moves and decisions that seem to defy all logic. If you tell them to zig, more than likely they are going to zag. It’s part of the experience as a fan and sometimes makes them somewhat endearing. The Rockies also have a bizarre method of signing aging free agents, especially when it comes to pitchers.
Just this past week, it was reported that the Rockies signed veteran pitchers Ivan Nova and Chris Rusin to minor league deals to build out pitching depth in the organization. One day prior to Opening Day they signed Jhoulys Chacín to the roster to fill in the bullpen. We have also seen them sign veteran pitchers like Roy Oswalt who don’t quite pan out as the team hoped. But perhaps the weirdest signing the Rockies have made was that of Jamie Moyer in 2012.