Rockies activated LHP Christian Friedrich from the 60-day disabled list.

Friedrich was limited to just four starts at the Triple-A level this season due to ongoing back issues. His status for spring training remains uncertain.

Rockies recalled LHP Christian Friedrich; placed him on the 60-day disabled list with lower back inflammation.

The move was actually made prior to Thursday's game in order to clear room on the 40-man roster for Jeff Manship. Friedrich has made just four starts this season due to back issues and remains out indefinitely.

Christian Friedrich (back) will begin playing catch on Tuesday.

Friedrich hasn't made a start for Triple-A Colorado Springs since April 21 due to a recurring back injury. The left-hander's season ended prematurely last year due to a stress fracture in his back, and he had flareups both in spring training and last month at Triple-A. He said he's "getting better," but there's no timetable for his return.

Rockies optioned LHP Christian Friedrich to Triple-A Colorado Springs.

Friedrich entered camp with a real shot at a rotation spot, but a back injury sidelined him for most of Cactus League play. The left-hander is a candidate to join the big club's rotation at some point this season.

Christian Friedrich was knocked around a bit in Friday's loss to the Giants, surrendering four runs on five hits in just three innings of work.

The young left-hander has battled a variety of back and neck injuries this spring, and has really struggled through his first two starts. Most of the damage in this one came via the long ball, with Hunter Pence and Brandon Belt taking him deep. This poor outing may have closed the door on his chances to crack the Opening Day rotation.

Christian Friedrich (back) will pitch in a spring training game for the first time on Monday, though it hasn't been decided whether it will be of the major or minor league variety.

The young lefty has been battling back and neck injuries the entire spring. He's running out of time to state his case for a rotation spot, and may be forced to begin the season at the Triple-A level.

Christian Friedrich (back) will throw live batting practice twice this week.

He should be ready to make his Cactus League debut after that. Friedrich doesn't have much time to show that he deserves a spot in the rotation.

Christian Friedrich (back) will throw a 35-pitch bullpen session Wednesday.

Friedrich's next step will involve being cleared to face hitters in batting practice. Assuming he avoids setbacks, he could make his Cactus League debut next week.

Christian Friedrich (back) is scheduled to throw his first bullpen session of spring training Monday.

Friedrich is behind the rest of the Rockies' pitchers in camp, but told the Denver Pose he's close to being ready for game-action. If he can stay healthy, the 25-year-old will be in consideration for the Opening Day rotation.

According to Troy Renck of the Denver Post, the Rays have "some interest" in left-hander Christian Friedrich.

It's unclear if the Rockies would consider trading Friedrich straight-up for Jeff Niemann, but it doesn't sound like a deal between the sides is imminent. Friedrich is coming off a disappointing rookie year and hasn't pitched in spring training due to injuries. Niemann is making an affordable $3 million this season and is cost-controlled through 2014.

Christian Friedrich reported Friday that his back and neck are feeling much better, and that he's anxious to get back on the mound.

The 25-year-old lefty is coming off an extremely disappointing rookie season where he posted a 6.17 ERA, 1.56 WHIP and 74/30 K/BB ratio over 84 2/3 innings. Though he's already behind the other pitchers in camp, Friedrich hopes to put himself into consideration for the Opening Day roster.

Christian Friedrich is currently limited to long-toss due to a back injury.

Friedrich won't resume throwing from the mound until sometime next week. It's notable because the left-hander's 2012 season ended prematurely due to a stress fracture of the L5 vertebrae in his lower back. At this point, though, the Rockies don't seem to be terribly concerned.

Rockies activated LHP Christian Friedrich from the 60-day disabled list.

Friedrich is still recovering from a stress fracture of his L5 vertebrae in his lower back, but is expected to be ready for the start of spring training. The 25-year-old left-hander posted a dismal 6.17 ERA and 1.56 WHIP in his first season with the Rockies.

Rockies transferred LHP Christian Friedrich from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list.

The move was actually made Thursday when Jorge De La Rosa was activated from the 60-day DL. Friedrich is out for the season due to a stress fracture of his L5 vertebrae in his lower back.

Christian Friedrich is done for the season due to a stress fracture in his lower back.

Friedrich was scratched from his start this week due to what was described as back spasms, but an MRI revealed something more serious. The southpaw will wrap up his rookie season with a lousy 6.17 ERA and 74/30 K/BB ratio in 16 starts.

Christian Friedrich has been scratched from his scheduled Thursday start due to back spasms.

Friedrich will go Sunday instead. The Rockies haven't named a replacement for Thursday's outing vs. St. Louis.

Christian Friedrich was lit up for seven runs in 4 1/3 innings Friday in a home loss to the Reds.

Friedrich gave up three homers and saw his ERA jump to 6.17. He's now allowed 10 homers in 39 1/3 innings at Coors Field this season, compared to four in 45 1/3 innings on the road. It should be no surprise that his home ERA is 8.92, while he's at 3.77 on the road.

Christian Friedrich allowed two runs on three hits and three walks in five innings of Sunday's loss to the Padres.

Friedrich struck out two in a no-decision. He was pulled after throwing 82 pitches, just 47 of which went for strikes. Until Friedrich masters Coors Field or the Rockies take their starters off strict pitch counts, he is off the fantasy radar in all but the deepest of NL-only leagues.

Christian Friedrich's rough rookie season continued against the Pirates on Tuesday as he surrendered five runs on six hits over 4 2/3 innings.

He punched out two and walked three. Friedrich has won just one game since June 4, which came in a terrific outing against the Phillies in his last outing. Friedrich isn't worth owning in any fantasy formats at this point and may best be served getting some more seasoning at Triple-A. He is 5-7 with a 5.85 ERA on the year.

Christian Friedrich pitched a terrific game against the Phillies on Friday, allowing one run on five hits over six strong frames.

Friedrich punched out seven while walking one in the game. It was a much needed victory for Friedrich, who hadn't won since June 4. The only run charged against him, came on an RBI double from Jimmy Rollins in the third inning. Friedrich will look to carry over the momentum from this strong outing when he squares off against the Pirates at home on Wednesday.