Rockies' Chris Rusin: Strikes out five in final rehab start

Rusin (shoulder) gave up three runs on four hits and a walk while striking out five over 3.2 innings Sunday in what may have been his final rehab start with Triple-A Albuquerque.

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The Rockies are expected to activate Rusin in the coming days to serve as bullpen depth down the stretch. He could see a spot start or two as well, depending on the health of the rotation, and whether someone like Jorge De La Rosa is dealt at the deadline. Rusin has a 5.08 ERA in 39 innings as a big league starter this season, but he boasts a 1.37 ERA in 19.2 innings as a reliever.