Alfaro went 1-for-5 with a three-run homer in Tuesday's loss to the Reds.
Alfaro came up big late in the game with a three-run blast to center field to bring the Rockies within striking distance. The 30-year-old went hitless in his first three games with the Rockies but has tallied three extra-base hits over his last eight at-bats. Alfaro will get the occasional start behind the dish, but the Rockies seemingly view him as their primary option at designated hitter for the time being while Charlie Blackmon (hand) and Kris Bryant (heel) are on the shelf. He's slashing .158/.200/.421 with four RBI, a run scored and a 0:9 BB:K over 20 plate appearances.