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Sean Sullivan discusses his 2026 MLB season and AFL goals

Sean Sullivan (No. 21 PuRP) had an up-and-down season. He made his MLB debut on June 12th in the Las Vegas heat (while battling illness) and shined. But that was about the high point for Sullivan, as he bounced between…

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Sean Sullivan discusses his 2026 MLB season and AFL goals
Key Things to Know
  • Rockies pitcher Sean Sullivan discussed his 2026 rookie campaign and his current development goals in the Arizona Fall League.
  • Sullivan went 0-3 with an 8.87 ERA in five MLB starts before being sidelined with an elbow injury in August.
  • The left-hander is working with Owen Cuffe in the AFL to add a traditional gyro slider to his pitch mix.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Colorado Rockies left-hander Sean Sullivan reflected on his 2026 MLB campaign and outlined his goals while pitching in the Arizona Fall League. Sullivan made his major league debut on June 12 but faced an inconsistent season marked by an elbow injury in August. He is currently playing for the Salt River Rafters to log extra innings and refine his pitching mechanics.

Working alongside Owen Cuffe, Sullivan is developing a traditional gyro slider and testing new changeup grips to complement his cutter and sweeper. Colorado's senior director of player development, Chris Forbes, noted that the fall stint focuses on regaining lost innings, building physical strength, and preparing Sullivan for a healthy 2027 season.

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