The Colorado Rockies decided about 10 years ago to build around their slugging first baseman. Now, while the team is no longer built around a single player, Troy Tulowitzki anchors the middle of the lineup and the middle of the diamond, making shortstop the one position where the Rockies have no questions.

The question of where Yorvit Torrealba would finally land has been answered, and Colorado Rockies fans who will miss their former starting catcher should have plenty of opportunities to see him play.

First baseman Josh Phelps, outfielders Alex Escobar and Bronson Sardinha and right-hander Chris Gissell, who have agreed to minor league contracts, will have the chance to make the Triple-A Colorado Springs roster in spring training.