Bridich steps down as Rockies GM

Jeff Bridich is stepping down as general manager of the Colorado Rockies, ending a tumultuous tenure that included two playoff appearances and a falling out with Nolan Arenado that ultimately led to the star third baseman’s offseason trade.

The Rockies announced Monday that the decision was a mutual agreement with Bridich, who was in his seventh season as GM. The team will appoint an interim general manager for the rest of the season.

Bridich said in a statement that he recently had a conversation with owner Dick Monfort and newly appointed team president Greg Feasel about the team’s future.

“It became abundantly clear that ushering in a new leadership structure is critically important,” Bridich said. “With that in mind we arrived at this decision to part ways, and ultimately it will be what is best for the Rockies and for me. Change can be a great thing for an organization and for the individuals who comprise it. Dick has a clear vision for the Rockies, and after nearly seven seasons as General Manager I believe it is time for someone else to help lead that vision.”

Bridich joined the organization in 2004 and rose through the ranks, ultimately being named general manager in October 2014.

Under Bridich, the club made the playoffs as a wild card in 2017 and ’18. It’s the only time in club history the Rockies have made back-toback postseason appearances.

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed left-hander David Price on the injured list with a right hamstring strain and filled his roster spot by activating second baseman Gavin Lux.

Price, 35, is 1-0 with one save and a 5.59 ERA in seven relief appearances in 2021. He is in his first active season with the Dodgers after opting out of the 2020 season.

Lux, 23, returns to the team after missing 10 days with right wrist soreness. He is batting .220 with five RBIs and four runs scored in 13 games this season.