Pitcher Dollander Striving for Major League Peak Performance
Albuquerque, NM - Chase Dollander, the highly-touted prospect for the Colorado Rockies, is currently undergoing a period of development focused on improving his pitching efficiency following his recent stay in Arizona for workouts. Dollander, who made his first start back with Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes on July 11, 2025, pitched five innings, allowing five runs on six hits with three walks and three strikeouts [1].
The Rockies have been patient with Dollander, emphasizing that there is no rush to bring him back to the MLB rotation. The focus is on Dollander progressing by pounding the strike zone, getting ahead in counts, and being more efficient [1]. Dollander debuted in the MLB on April 6, 2025, showing big-league potential but struggled with consistency, walking 33 batters and allowing 15 home runs over 68 2/3 innings, resulting in a 6.68 ERA and 1.558 WHIP [1][5].
The Rockies recognize Dollander's raw talent—he struck out 52—but are working on refining his control and pitch efficiency to sustain success at the major league level [1][5]. Dollander's workouts in Arizona seemed to help, as he reported improvement.
Meanwhile, the Isotopes have been making strides on the field. They have scored eight or more runs in each of their past seven wins, going 7-4 in the past 11 games [2]. Keston Hiura, the current 1B of the Isotopes, was named the PCL Player of the Week for July 28-Aug. 3 [4].
In other news, OF Braiden Ward has been impressing with his speed, recording 14 stolen bases in 16 Triple-A games, ranking 19th in the PCL [3]. The Isotopes, who are 45-61 overall and in ninth place, are the only PCL team not yet to reach 400 walks this season, with 397 walks, 144 fewer than PCL-leading OKC (541) [2].
Looking ahead, there are several exciting events coming up at Isotopes Park. On Sunday, it's Faith & Family Night, featuring a pregame worship concert by Duke City Worship on the outfield berm, with gates opening at 5 p.m. for a 6 p.m. game [6]. On Thursday, there will be a magazine giveaway, courtesy of Albuquerque the Magazine.
The following day, there will be a doubleheader on Wednesday, consisting of two seven-inning games making up for a rained-out contest earlier in the season, with gates opening at 3 p.m. [7]. Friday is Native American Heritage Night, with Ladaya Desiderio singing the national anthem in Diné, a T-shirt giveaway to the first 2,000 fans, and pregame autographs from 5:40-6 p.m. on the third base side of the concourse [8].
Saturday is Mariachis de Nuevo Mexico game and Tamalewood Night, celebrating the film community with movie-themed promotions throughout the game, followed by postgame fireworks [9]. For general questions or concerns, email web@our website.
[1] - Colorado Rockies send Dollander to Arizona for workouts [2] - Isotopes struggle with walks, but Hiura shines [3] - Ward ranks high in stolen bases [4] - Hiura named PCL Player of the Week [5] - Dollander's struggles in the big leagues [6] - Faith & Family Night at Isotopes Park [7] - Doubleheader on Wednesday at Isotopes Park [8] - Native American Heritage Night at Isotopes Park [9] - Mariachis de Nuevo Mexico game and Tamalewood Night at Isotopes Park
- Chase Dollander, despite his struggles in the MLB, is focusing on refining his control and pitch efficiency during his time with the Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes, with the goal of sustaining success at the major league level.
- Meanwhile, the Isotopes themselves have been experiencing a surge in their performances, scoring eight or more runs in each of their past seven wins, and Keston Hiura, their current first baseman, was even named the PCL Player of the Week.
- In addition to baseball, there are also several arts and culture events planned at Isotopes Park, such as Faith & Family Night featuring a pregame worship concert, a magazine giveaway, Native American Heritage Night with a T-shirt giveaway and pregame autographs, and Mariachis de Nuevo Mexico game and Tamalewood Night celebrating the film community.
