Blake Adams stepped onto a major‑league mound for the first time on August 24, 2026, when the Colorado Rockies summoned the former Kansas State right‑hander to the big‑league roster.
In his debut he tossed a single inning, surrendering five earned runs on five hits while nine batters came to the plate, among them 2023 Golden Spikes Award winner Dylan Crews.
A Wildcat Wave
Adams had been selected in the 13th round of the 2022 MLB Draft after a standout college season in which he led the Wildcats with 13 wins, 90 strikeouts and a string of quality starts, earning Big 12 Newcomer and Pitcher of the Week honors.
His arrival adds to a recent wave of K‑State alumni reaching the majors, joining Will Brennan, Jordan Wicks, Carson Seymour and Kaelen Culpepper, each of whom have debuted in the past five seasons.
Currently assigned to the Triple‑A Albuquerque Isotopes, Adams has appeared in 25 games this year, posting a 6.52 ERA and three holds, while his WHIP sits at 1.49 and opponents are hitting .289 against him.
Rockies skipper Pete Hughes praised the young pitcher, calling him a model of resiliency and teamwork, and expressing confidence that the experience will serve as a foundation for future growth.