New Rockies interim manager Warren Schaffer has opted against reworking the lineup in his first game since replacing Bud Black. The top six spots are all the same as usual (CF Brenton Doyle, LF Jordan Beck, 3B Ryan McMahon, C Hunter Goodman, 1B Michael Toglia and RF Mickey Moniak). Farmer is sitting in favor of Alan Trejo, but Black was already doing that at least half of the time anyway.

Farmer has been an everyday option for the Rockies — and one of the few effective hitters for Colorado in 2025 — but he’ll get a day of rest against the Royals. Aaron Schunk is starting at shortstop with Adael Amador lined up next to him at second base.

Farmer was responsible for all three hits for the Rockies in another ugly offensive performance for the Rockies. He can’t be traded until June, but the 34-year-old will definitely be a potential target due to his versatility this summer.

Farmer officially joins the Rockies after hitting .214 with a .646 OPS for the Twins in 2024. The 34-year-old can play all over the field, and should serve in a utility role — perhaps as the starting second baseman depending on the rest of the offseason for Colorado — but his fantasy value is significantly limited even if he’s a regular.