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Back in action Rocchio (concussion) returned from the injured list for Double-A Akron on Monday.

Impact Rocchio was out for eight days while recovering from a concussion. He hit a modest .236/.342/.393 in 25 games prior to the injury.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with concussion Double-A Akron placed Rocchio on its 7-day injured list Monday due to a concussion.

Impact Rocchio presumably picked up the injury during his last game Sunday against Richmond, when he doubled in his lone at-bat before exiting the contest. The 21-year-old switch-hitting infielder isn't known to have a prior history of head injuries, so the Guardians should have some optimism that he'll be in store for an abbreviated absence. Before sustaining the concussion, Rocchio appeared in 25 games for Akron and slashed .236/.324/.393 with three home runs and two stolen bases.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to minors Rocchio was optioned to minor-league camp Sunday.

Impact Rocchio was added to Cleveland's 40-man roster in November and will now head to the minor-league side of spring training after opening with the big club. The 21-year-old shortstop, who is the Guardians' top prospect, received a promotion to Double-A Arkansas last season and hit .293/.360/.505 with six home runs, 34 runs, 30 RBI and seven stolen bases in 44 games.

MARCH 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Added to 40-man roster Rocchio was added to Cleveland's 40-man roster Friday.

Impact The best prospect in the organization, Rocchio was a lock to get protected from the Rule 5 draft. He started making good on the Francisco Lindor comparisons by tapping into notable power at Double-A as a 20-year-old, but he may not debut until 2023.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE