Carle was recalled by the Rockies on Friday, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Carle will fill a spot in the bullpen with Jon Gray going on the 10-day disabled list. Depending on Gray's timetable, the Rockies could choose to go with a four-man rotation until his return and use Carle as an extra reliever. But if the Rockies need to call up another starter, Carle's time in the majors could be short-lived.

Carle was optioned to minor league camp Friday, Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The right-hander did little to improve his stock during his time in big-league camp, allowing five runs on nine hits and two walks in just 4.1 innings in the Cactus League. Carle worked primarily out of the bullpen over the final month last season and that's probably where he will remain moving forward.

Carle was added to Colorado's 40-man roster Friday, Patrick Saunders of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 25-year-old was unimpressive during his first full season at Triple-A, sporting an unsightly 5.42 ERA and 1.61 WHIP in 19 starts and eight relief appearances last year. Although his peripherals suggest better days are on the horizon, Carle's measly strikeout numbers and lack of prospect shine will likely keep his ceiling at that of a long reliever at the big league level.