Édouard Julien traded to the Colorado Rockies

In recent years, it felt like Édouard Julien was no longer at the heart of the Twins' game plan. They seemed to be placing less and less trust in him.

Recently, the Minnesota team had added more and more depth to the infield. Clearly, this seemed to block the Québécois's path to regular playing time at the top.

For the past year, it felt like a fresh start would do him good. And that's exactly what happened: he was traded by the organization that drafted him in 2019.

The Colorado Rockies acquired the Québécois and pitcher Pierson Ohl. Jace Kaminska, a minor league pitcher, is headed to Minnesota along with cash considerations.

The Rockies announced today they have acquired INF Edouard Julien and RHP Pierson Ohl from Minnesota in exchange for Minor League RHP Jace Kaminska and cash considerations. pic.twitter.com/frESXSCXnW

— Rockies Club Information (@RockiesClubInfo) January 28, 2026

For the past few years, Julien has been shuttling between AAA and the Majors. After a strong rookie season in 2023, however, he has struggled to make his mark at the top.

Will Julien be able to thrive in Colorado, in an environment that favors hitters and in an organization that has no choice but to look to the future? We'll see.

Unless there is a change, we can expect to see Julien as Canada's second baseman in the next World Baseball Classic. Does the trade change the game?

Otto Lopez (Miami) and Abraham Toro, who recently signed with the Kansas City Royals organization, are expected to be the other Québécois in the Majors in 2026. And all three could play in Canada's starting infield at the Classic.

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