The Rockies' future shines on July 21, 2025, as prospects Zac Veen, Charlie Condon & Jared Thomas dominate the farm system. See the stats behind their rise.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
On a quiet Monday with no game on the schedule, the most significant Colorado Rockies news wasn't happening at 20th and Blake, but deep within the farm system. While the big-league club rested, a trio of high-profile prospects provided a powerful jolt of excitement, offering a tantalizing glimpse of what could be a much brighter future for the franchise.
During his active 13-game hitting streak, Triple-A outfielder Zac Veen is slashing an unbelievable .444/.483/.722.
The future of the Rockies' outfield is taking shape in Connecticut. The team's top two picks from the 2024 draft, Charlie Condon (1st round) and Jared Thomas (2nd round), have both earned promotions to the Double-A Hartford Yard Goats. The move is especially validating for Thomas, who was just named the organization's top performer for the first half of the season. His dominance at High-A Spokane was undeniable, as he slashed .330/.427/.495 with 11 home runs, 45 RBI, and 22 stolen bases in just 73 games. The promotions of Condon and Thomas to the same team signal an aggressive development path for the cornerstones of the recent draft class.
Just one step away from the majors, Zac Veen is making a compelling case for a September call-up, if not sooner. The Triple-A Albuquerque Isotopes outfielder extended his red-hot hitting streak to 13 games. During this torrid stretch, Veen has been simply unstoppable, hitting .444 with four doubles, a triple, three home runs, and 13 RBI. He's also shown patience and speed, drawing five walks and swiping three bags. After a few up-and-down seasons, this sustained period of dominance is exactly what the organization and fans have been waiting to see from the former top prospect.
While the farm system was buzzing with activity and promotions, the major league front was silent. The July 21st off-day passed with no significant trades, signings, or roster moves reported for the big-league club. As the trade deadline approaches, the lack of rumors is notable, but the biggest injection of talent for the Rockies may not come from another team, but from their own burgeoning pipeline.
While the MLB club enjoyed a well-deserved day off, the real story of the Rockies is bubbling just beneath the surface. The progress of top prospects like Condon, Thomas, and Veen isn't just a feel-good story; it's a tangible sign that the rebuild is bearing fruit. As the second half of the season progresses, the most exciting action for Rockies fans might just be happening in Hartford and Albuquerque, where the future of the franchise is making its case, one dominant performance at a time.
