Veen is back to the minors with Brenton Doyle back from the bereavement list. Veen will have a chance to help the Rockies again at some point in 2025, but there’s just much risk as reward in his profile even playing his home games in Coors Field.

The 23-year-old phenom victimized Nationals’ right-hander Jake Irvin for his 412-foot (103.4 mph EV) in the third inning, pulling the Rockies to within two runs at 3-1. He was also hit by a pitch in the fifth inning and swiped the first base of his career before being stranded there. Veen finished the day 1-for-2 and is now hitting .133/.212/.267 with a homer, two RBI and a stolen base through his first 10 games with the Rockies.

The dynamic 23-year-old outfielder reached on a fielder’s choice in the third inning and attempted to steal his first base with the Rockies, but he was out by an eyelash at second base on a perfect throw from Eric Haase. He then crushed a ball off the wall in right field in the eighth inning, plating Brenton Doyle to extend the Rockies’ lead to five runs at 7-2. Veen has started each of his first three games — and hit second in the lineup on Thursday — though he’s just 2-for-12 (.167) with one RBI thus far. Fantasy managers just have to hope that the Rockies keep the faith and allow him to take his lumps in the lineup.

After fouling out and striking out in his two at-bats against Freddy Peralta, Veen dropped down a beautiful bunt single against Abner Uribe in the sixth inning to log his first career hit. The 23-year-old top prospect started in right field and batted seventh for the Rockies on Tuesday and is expected to see everyday action in a corner outfield spot. His dynamic blend of power and speed make him a worthwhile target in all leagues where he may still be available.