Struggling Colorado Rockies first baseman Michael Toglia was optioned to Triple-A Albuquerque prior to Saturday’s game against the New York Mets. Toglia appeared to establish himself as the Rockies’ first baseman last year,

As a corresponding roster move, the Rockies have selected the contract of infielder Keston Hirua from Triple-A Albuquerque. He will wear no. 7 on his jersey and join the team in New York.