Pitchers Bruce Billings, Rex Brothers, Greg Reynolds and Adam Jorgenson, catcher Jordan Pacheco and center fielder Charlie Blackmon, all from Tulsa, and Modesto shortstop Thomas Field to play in AFL.

Long comeback from Tommy John surgery finally behind relief pitching prospect taken in the first round by the Colorado Rockies three years ago.

Right-hander Bruce Billings ran his scoreless innings streak to 38 innings before finally being charged with a run.

Five starting pitchers accounted for 155 of the Colorado Rockies’ 162 starts in 2009, unheard of stability for a franchise whose pitching staff at times has been one of baseball’s most tired jokes. The Rockies likely will see one change in their starting rotation in 2010, and that to welcome back an old friend.

Also, left-handed reliever Matt Reynolds moved up to Tulsa after sustained consistency at Modesto

Reliever’s injury riddled season takes a grimmer turn

Rockies receive minor league relief pitcher with a power arm in exchange for utility player.