Bird’s 2023 season was marked by both durability and challenges. He made his second consecutive Opening Day roster and led the Rockies with 70 appearances, three of which were starts. Over 89.1 innings pitched, he posted a 3-3 record and a 4.33 ERA, striking out 77 while issuing 27 walks. Notably, his 84.1 relief innings tied for the most among MLB relievers that year and were the ninth-most in franchise history for a Rockies reliever, the highest since Chris Rusin in 2017.
While Bird struggled in save situations—failing to convert any of his 11 opportunities and setting a franchise record for blown saves—he remained a dependable arm out of the bullpen, especially late in the season, posting a 1.80 ERA over his final 11 appearances. Injuries impacted his season, with stints on the injured list for right elbow inflammation and a right groin strain, but he returned to contribute down the stretch.
Throughout his career, Bird has demonstrated versatility, pitching multiple innings in relief and making spot starts when needed. He recorded 62 strikeouts in the most recent season and has accumulated 212 strikeouts over his MLB career to date. Bird’s performance has made him a key figure in the Rockies’ bullpen rotation, and he continues to build on his experience with each season.
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