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Thursday, May 17, 2012  The Colorado Rockies have reinstated speedy outfielder Eric Young Jr. from the restricted list and placed infielder Chris Nelson on the 15-day disabled list with a swollen left wrist.

Monday, May 07, 2012  The Rockies optioned Guillermo Moscoso to Triple-A Colorado Springs on Saturday after the right-hander struggled in his two starts with Colorado.

Monday, May 30, 2011  The Colorado Rockies have recalled infielder/outfielder Eric Young Jr. from Triple-A Colorado Springs and designated infielder Jose Lopez for assignment.

Tuesday, September 01, 2009  Currently with the Colorado Rockies in the Major Leagues, Eric Young Jr. hit .299 with seven home runs and 43 RBI in 119 games with the Sky Sox this season prior to his call-up on August 24. Young leads the PCL and Triple-A baseball with 58 stolen bases

Monday, August 31, 2009  Two PCL rookies, second baseman Eric Young Jr. of Colorado Springs and shortstop Alcides Escobar of Nashville, patrol the middle of the infield.

Wednesday, August 26, 2009  Eric Young Jr., 24, is appearing on the Major League active roster for the first time in his career. Matt Murton, 27, will be in his second stint with the Major League club this season.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009  By crossing the plate for the 107th time this season, Young set a new record for runs scored in a single season by a member of the Sky Sox.